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Established in 1966, it is owned by 68 members—49 from the region.
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ADB supports projects in developing member countries that create economic and development impact, delivered through both public and private sector operations, advisory services, and knowledge support.
Pacific Liaison and Coordination Office (PLCO)
ADB’s Pacific Liaison and Coordination Office in Sydney serves as the focal point for programming, processing, and administering assistance to Nauru, the Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu.
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In the Spotlight
Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative Annual Report FY2022
This report outlines how the Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative helped to strengthen an enabling business environment and to promote inclusive growth in the region during the fiscal year 2022.
Finding Balance 2023: Benchmarking Performance and Building Climate Resilience in Pacific State-Owned Enterprises
This publication reviews the financial performance of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in nine Pacific island economies and looks at how policy makers can help state-owned power utilities address climate risk.
Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative Annual Report FY2021
This annual report outlines how the Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative (PSDI) supported the enabling environment for business and helped foster inclusive private sector-led economic growth in the Pacific during 2021.
Tourism Boosts Pacific Economic Outlook, but COVID-19, Rising Prices Pose Risks
A revival in tourism is expected to boost economic growth in the Pacific in 2022 and 2023, but the COVID-19 pandemic, rising commodity prices, and climate change continue to pose risks, according to the Asian Development Bank.
PLCO's Role
ADB’s PLCO in Sydney serves as the focal point for programming, processing, and administering assistance to Nauru, the Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu. PLCO facilitates communications, knowledge sharing, and innovation through events and engages with and collaborates with academic and research institutions, civil society and other development partners.
The Sydney Office also serves and the focal point for:
Donor coordination and managing client relationships with Australia and New Zealand.
Managing and implementing three multi-donor funds–the Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative, the Pacific Region Infrastructure Facility, and the Pacific Partnership Facility.
Processing and administering finance sector operations across the Pacific Island Countries.
ADB and Australia
Australia has contributed $8.54 billion in capital subscription as of 31 December 2018. It has contributed and committed $2.86 billion to Special Funds since joining in 1966.
ADB and New Zealand
New Zealand has contributed $2.27 billion in capital subscription as of 31 December 2018. It has contributed and committed $198.69 million to Special Funds since joining in 1966.
Project Results and Case Studies Latest Project Results
What's New
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Using Ex-Ante Cost–Benefit Analysis to Improve Waste Management in the Pacific
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Family Size and Domestic Violence in a High-Fertility Society
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Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative Annual Report FY2022
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| News Releases, News from Country Offices
New ADB Report Shows Improvements for Women’s Economic Empowerment but Gender Gaps Still Remain
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Global Value Chains in the Pacific Island Countries: Patterns and Structure
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Women’s Economic Empowerment in the Pacific Region: A Comprehensive Analysis of Existing Research and Data
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Trade Facilitation and Global Value Chains in a Post-Pandemic World
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| Brochures and Flyers
Asian Development Bank and Vanuatu: Fact Sheet
Contacts
Staff
Pacific Country Offices
Nauru
John Limen (Mr)Senior Country Officer
Solomon Islands
Elmar Elbling (Mr)
Unit Head
Mendana Avenue, Honiara, Solomon Islands
Tel +677 23333
Vanuatu
David Fay (Mr)
Unit Head
Rue Emile Mercet P.O. Box 3221, Port Vila, Vanuatu
Tel +678 23610
Pacific Liaison and Coordination Office (PLCO)
Level 20, 45 Clarence Street, Sydney, NSW Australia 2000
Fax +61 2 8270 9445
PLCO is closed on these dates:
- New Year's Day: January 2 (Monday), in lieu of January 1
- Australia Day: January 26 (Thursday)
- Good Friday: April 7 (Friday)
- Easter Monday: April 10 (Monday)
- Anzac Day: April 25 (Tuesday)
- King's Birthday: June 12 (Monday)
- Labour Day: October 2 (Monday)
- Christmas Day: December 25 (Monday)
- Boxing Day: December 26 (Monday)
- New Year's Eve: December 29 (Friday), in lieu of December 31
Last updated: 3 January 2023