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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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.
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Pacific Subregional Office (SPSO)
The SPSO serves as the focal point of ADB for programming, processing, and administering assistance in the Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Niue, Samoa, Tonga, and Tuvalu.
In the Spotlight
Ireland and ADB Helping Small Island States in the Pacific Respond to Climate Change
In an interview with ADB, Ireland’s Minister of State for Overseas Development Aid and Diaspora, Colm Brophy, T.D., discusses the urgency of the climate change threat in the Pacific, what impact the Fund is already having on the ground, and how other partners can step up to meet this critical challenge.
Tourism-Driven Economies in the Pacific to Feel Brunt of COVID-19 Pandemic — ADB
The economies of the Cook Islands, Fiji, Palau, Samoa, and Vanuatu are the Pacific countries likely to feel the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report by ADB released today.
Kacific1 Satellite Launch to Bring Affordable Internet to Remote Parts of Asia and Pacific
Kacific Broadband Satellites International Limited (Kacific) has launched the Kacific1 satellite to expand high-speed broadband internet access across Asia and the Pacific.
Effectiveness of Foreign Development Assistance in Mitigating Natural Disasters’ Impact: Case Study of Pacific Island Countries
While natural disasters greatly hinder economic growth in the South Pacific region, official development assistance significantly mitigates such adverse effects.
Cook Islands and ADB ADB and Cook Islands: Fact Sheet
The Cook Islands joined ADB in 1976. ADB’s assistance has since helped increase electricity generation from renewable energy sources, improve internet connectivity, and strengthen resilience to natural disasters. The bank is also supporting the country’s COVID-19 response and recovery programs.
Economic Forecasts
Approved/Active
- Supporting Quality Infrastructure and Effective Project Implementation in the Pacific
- Supporting Public Sector Management Reforms
- Supporting Recovery by Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises in the Pacific from the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Preparing Floating Solar Plus Projects under the Pacific Renewable Energy Investment Facility
- Support to Climate Resilient Investment Pathways in the Pacific
Projects Cofinanced
Cofinancing operations enable ADB’s financing partners, governments or their agencies, multilateral financing institutions, and commercial organizations to participate in financing ADB projects. Additional funds are provided in the form of official loans and grants, technical assistance, other concessional financing, and commercial cofinancing such as B loans, risk transfer arrangements, parallel loans and equity, guarantee cofinancing, and cofinancing for transactions under ADB’s Trade Finance Program.
Fiji and ADB ADB and Fiji: Fact Sheet
ADB has been supporting Fiji since 1970 and is currently working with the national government based on the country partnership strategy, 2019–2023. ADB engagement in Fiji focuses on achieving economic recovery beyond COVID-19, driven by sustained and inclusive economic growth led by the private sector.
Economic Forecasts
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Approved/Active
Projects Cofinanced
Cofinancing operations enable ADB’s financing partners, governments or their agencies, multilateral financing institutions, and commercial organizations to participate in financing ADB projects. Additional funds are provided in the form of official loans and grants, technical assistance, other concessional financing, and commercial cofinancing such as B loans, risk transfer arrangements, parallel loans and equity, guarantee cofinancing, and cofinancing for transactions under ADB’s Trade Finance Program.
Results of ADB-Supported Operations, 2010-2018
Results achieved are aggregate amounts of outputs and outcomes from operations reported in project completion reports and extended annual review reports circulated for the year.
Kiribati and ADB ADB and Kiribati: Fact Sheet
ADB has been supporting Kiribati to build fiscal stability and upgrade infrastructure since 1974. Core areas of ongoing support include helping to reduce poverty, improve the business climate and create economic opportunities, enhance disaster resilience and fiscal sustainability; and upgrade infrastructure, including sanitation, water supply, transport, and renewable energy assets.
Economic Forecasts
Proposed
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- Supporting Quality Infrastructure and Effective Project Implementation in the Pacific
- Supporting Public Sector Management Reforms
- Building Coastal Resilience through Nature-Based and Integrated Solutions
- Preparing the Pacific Regional Financing Facility
- Preparing Floating Solar Plus Projects under the Pacific Renewable Energy Investment Facility
Projects Cofinanced
Cofinancing operations enable ADB’s financing partners, governments or their agencies, multilateral financing institutions, and commercial organizations to participate in financing ADB projects. Additional funds are provided in the form of official loans and grants, technical assistance, other concessional financing, and commercial cofinancing such as B loans, risk transfer arrangements, parallel loans and equity, guarantee cofinancing, and cofinancing for transactions under ADB’s Trade Finance Program.
Samoa and ADB ADB and Samoa: Fact Sheet
ADB has assisted Samoa since 1966, with investments in critical infrastructure and support for policy reforms, public financial management, and increased climate resilience. Samoa has made strong progress on achieving development priorities relating to poverty, gender, health, education, and environmental sustainability.
Economic Forecasts
Proposed
Approved/Active
- Supporting Quality Infrastructure and Effective Project Implementation in the Pacific
- Supporting Public Sector Management Reforms
- Systems Strengthening for Effective Coverage of New Vaccines in the Pacific Project under the Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (Additional Financing)
- Preparing the Pacific Regional Financing Facility
- Supporting Recovery by Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises in the Pacific from the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Projects Cofinanced
Cofinancing operations enable ADB’s financing partners, governments or their agencies, multilateral financing institutions, and commercial organizations to participate in financing ADB projects. Additional funds are provided in the form of official loans and grants, technical assistance, other concessional financing, and commercial cofinancing such as B loans, risk transfer arrangements, parallel loans and equity, guarantee cofinancing, and cofinancing for transactions under ADB’s Trade Finance Program.
Tonga and ADB ADB and Tonga: Fact Sheet
ADB has been supporting Tonga since 1972, with a focus on overcoming medium-term development issues. ADB’s assistance has helped implement structural reforms to improve productivity, enhance disaster and climate resilience, and strengthen macroeconomic foundations. Over the past year, the bank has also supported the Government of Tonga’s response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) crisis.
Economic Forecasts
Proposed
Approved/Active
- Preparing the Integrated Aged Care Project
- Supporting Quality Infrastructure and Effective Project Implementation in the Pacific
- Supporting Public Sector Management Reforms
- Systems Strengthening for Effective Coverage of New Vaccines in the Pacific Project under the Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (Additional Financing)
- Supporting Recovery by Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises in the Pacific from the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Projects Cofinanced
Cofinancing operations enable ADB’s financing partners, governments or their agencies, multilateral financing institutions, and commercial organizations to participate in financing ADB projects. Additional funds are provided in the form of official loans and grants, technical assistance, other concessional financing, and commercial cofinancing such as B loans, risk transfer arrangements, parallel loans and equity, guarantee cofinancing, and cofinancing for transactions under ADB’s Trade Finance Program.
Tuvalu and ADB ADB and Tuvalu: Fact Sheet
Tuvalu has been a member of ADB since 1993. ADB’s assistance has concentrated on improving macroeconomic growth and stability, advancing renewable energy, upgrading transport assets, expanding health coverage, and building disaster resilience.
Economic Forecasts
Approved/Active
- Supporting Quality Infrastructure and Effective Project Implementation in the Pacific
- Supporting Public Sector Management Reforms
- Building Coastal Resilience through Nature-Based and Integrated Solutions
- Systems Strengthening for Effective Coverage of New Vaccines in the Pacific Project under the Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (Additional Financing)
- Preparing the Pacific Regional Financing Facility
Projects Cofinanced
Cofinancing operations enable ADB’s financing partners, governments or their agencies, multilateral financing institutions, and commercial organizations to participate in financing ADB projects. Additional funds are provided in the form of official loans and grants, technical assistance, other concessional financing, and commercial cofinancing such as B loans, risk transfer arrangements, parallel loans and equity, guarantee cofinancing, and cofinancing for transactions under ADB’s Trade Finance Program.
South Pacific: Project Results View all project results in the South Pacific
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How the ADF Base Allocation Increase is Already Transforming the Pacific
From clean power to port infrastructure, the Asian Development Fund is transforming the Pacific.
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Unlocking the Economic Potential of Women in the Pacific
Doing business in the Pacific is hard, but it’s a lot harder for women. Fortunately, sweeping reforms across the Pacific are creating an enabling environment for business and opening up opportunities for women.
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Making It Easier to Do Business in the Pacific
It is now easier to register a business in many Pacific island countries following a successful pilot program in the Solomon Islands.
News and Publications
News, Op-Eds, and Speeches
- ADB and Samoa to Build Efficient, Climate-Resilient Port
- ADB, UNICEF Support Rollout of Vaccines for Children in Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu Against Infectious Diseases, Cervical Cancer
- Pacific Economic Outlook Weakens, But Vaccination Progress Provides Optimism — ADB
- ADB, Australia Helping to Strengthen Public Financial Management in Pacific
- ADB Launches Transport Strategy for Pacific
