ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty.
Established in 1966, it is owned by 68 members—49 from the region.
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Protecting the Heart of Borneo through Sustainable Business Practices
The Heart of Borneo is the largest contiguous rainforest in Asia. Rapid deforestation from logging, mining and palm oil production are a significant threat however.
ADB Works with Myanmar to Boost Tourism
A Tourism Master Plan will help Myanmar cope with an overwhelming tourist demand as the country opens up.
Bridge Transforms Lives of Isolated Villagers in Tajikistan
In Tajikistan, a new bridge built by ADB under a JFPR-funded project is connecting once isolated villagers to urban amenities and services. The bridge has already saved lives in medical emergencies, and boosted small businesses.
The Bridges of Asia: Connecting the Region
From vast span bridges for cars and trains to small village footbridges, these are the building blocks of Asian connectivity.
Climate Change in Asia and the Pacific: Captured in Images
Our climate is being destabilized and the poor are suffering the consequences. Rising sea levels combined with devastating storms, droughts and floods are hitting hardest those who are most vulnerable. Urgent actions, including leveraging private capital and the use of innovative technologies, are needed.
Infographic: Climate Change in Asia and the Pacific
More on ADB's work to promote environmentally sustainable growth
Better Lives through Better Resettlement
The ADB-supported Song Bung 4 hydropower dam is being constructed to support Viet Nam's growing energy needs. Despite efforts to minimize the impact on the villagers in the site, more than 1000 people had to be relocated. ADB is working hard not only to resettle them, but also change their lives for the better.
Securing Water for All
Water is one of our most precious resources, but it is threatened by growth, misuse, and pollution. In Asia and the Pacific, many countries are in a water crisis and the demand for water is huge and growing. ADB is currently working to continually promote water developments in the Asia-Pacific region.
International Women's Day 2013: Women of Asia and the Pacific
Across diverse regions; these photos show women in their daily lives.
Better Healthcare for Mongolia's Urban Migrants
Mongolia's health sector will see improvements through a $55 million concessional loan from ADB that will build a new hospital, and promote safer blood transfusions and hospital services
Protecting Mongolians from the Cold
An ADB-funded project provides revolutionary insulation to help poor Mongolians live comfortably in their traditional fabric homes during the harsh winter where temperatures can drop to -50°C