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Reinvigorating Financing Approaches for Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure in ASEAN+3
Infrastructure in the region of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the People’s Republic of China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea (collectively known as ASEAN+3) will continue to be a key driver of economic development as its members work toward addressing the underinvestment in healthcare, education, and digital and social infrastructure, as exposed by the coronavirus disease pandemic.
Asia in the Global Transition to Net Zero: Asian Development Outlook 2023 Thematic Report
This report explores what a global transition to net zero could mean for Asia and the Pacific under a range of climate policy scenarios and provides recommendations.
Basic Statistics 2023
Basic Statistics 2023 presents data for 46 economies in Asia and the Pacific on development indicators tracking progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
ASEAN and Global Value Chains: Locking in Resilience and Sustainability
Analyzing how the role of ASEAN economies in global value chains has helped spur their recovery and cut poverty, this publication shows the need to future-proof these critical networks to ensure inclusive, sustainable, and greener growth.
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ADB Annual Report 2022
This Annual Report provides a comprehensive account of ADB’s operational and financial results in 2022.
Asian Development Outlook April 2023
This publication highlights brighter economic prospects for Asia and the Pacific amid ongoing challenges. It forecasts growth across the region’s developing economies of 4.8% this year and in 2024, up from 4.2% in 2022.
Asian Economic Integration Report 2023: Trade, Investment, and Climate Change in Asia and the Pacific
This report shows how smart trade and investment policies, and regulatory cooperation in the Asia and Pacific region can help economies tackle climate change, recover from the pandemic, and support resilient and sustainable development.
Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific 2022
This publication provides updated statistics on a comprehensive set of economic, financial, social, and environmental measures as well as select indicators for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Thailand: COVID-19 Active Response and Expenditure Support Program
This flyer shows how an Asian Development Bank loan of $1.5 billion helped Thailand strengthen its health-care services during the COVID-19 pandemic, provide financial aid, and promote economic recovery.
Asia’s Low-Carbon Transition: Opportunities and Challenges for Trade
This paper finds the green trade pattern of Asian economies is increasing in terms of its export share within the region and in global trade. However, the green imports share showed faster growth than the exports share.
Social Benefits of Clean Energy: Evidence from Bangladesh
Using the three rounds of the Bangladesh Integrated Household Surveys, this study attempts to quantify the welfare effects of solar adoption.
Disaster Recovery Planning: Explanatory Note and Case Study
This publication outlines why post-disaster needs assessments (PDNA) should provide comprehensive details of the economic and social impacts of disasters on countries to swiftly mobilize resources and support resilient recovery.
Do Women Receive Worse Financial Advice? An Audit Study in Hong Kong, China
This audit study examines whether financial advisors’ recommendations vary by client gender.
Bangladesh Economic Corridor Development Highlights
As Bangladesh builds on a decade of strong economic growth, this executive summary explains why creating an economic corridor can drive the massive structural transformation it needs to ensure its development is sustainable and equitable.
Green and Resilient Affordable Housing Sector Project
As Bhutan’s rapid urban migration sparks a huge housing shortage, this brief shows how ADB is supporting efforts to build affordable and disaster resilient homes that will help bolster living standards and social inclusion.
Managing Fintech Risks: Policy and Regulatory Implications
Highlighting how the rapid growth of financial technology (fintech) is driving new products, slashing transaction costs, and boosting inclusion, this brief shows the need for fresh approaches to tackle increased risks and protect consumers.