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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Reports
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COVID-19 and Labor Markets in Southeast Asia—Impacts on Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Viet Nam
This report examines the impacts of COVID-19 on labor markets along with adjustment patterns in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Viet Nam.
Strengthening Trade along the Dhaka-Kolkata Route: For a Prosperous and Integrated South Asia
The economies of Bangladesh and India are driven by fast-growing bilateral trade. This study examines some of the key bottlenecks to trade on land between Dhaka and Kolkata, and provides recommendations on how to address them.
The Bond Market in Thailand: An ASEAN+3 Bond Market Guide Update
This publication provides updates on the bond market in Thailand since 2016.
The Bond Market in Indonesia: An ASEAN+3 Bond Market Guide Update
This publication provides updates on the bond market in Indonesia since 2017.
Pacific Economic Monitor – December 2021
The Pacific region is expected to contract by 0.6% in 2021, and to grow by 4.7% in 2022.
Asian Development Outlook (ADO) 2021 Supplement: Recovery Continues
This publication provides updated economic growth forecasts for developing Asia. It downgrades forecasts by 0.1% to 7.0% for 2021 and 5.3% for 2022.
Big Data for Better Tourism Policy, Management, and Sustainable Recovery from COVID-19
This joint publication explores how big data and digitalization can support sustainable tourism development and help revitalize and reshape the sector as it emerges from the pandemic.
Financing the Ocean Back to Health in Southeast Asia: Approaches for Mainstreaming Blue Finance
This publication identifies investment approaches, opportunities, and finance mechanisms in Southeast Asia that can promote and catalyze funds for a sustainable ocean economy.
Incubating Indonesia's Young Entrepreneurs: Recommendations for Improving Development Programs
This publication draws lessons and good practices from entrepreneurship development models and incubation centers designed for the youth in Indonesia.
Asia Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Monitor 2021: Volume I–Country and Regional Reviews
The Asia Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Monitor provides data and analysis as a resource for evidence-based policy design. This year's edition focuses on South Asia.