ADB's Focus on Transport
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Getting out of a Jam in Dhaka
Bangladesh’s capital has some of the worst traffic in the world. But hope is on the way in the shape of a new mass rapid transit system. Watch video
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Upgrading Pakistan’s Transport Network
Upgrading Pakistan’s transport network will boost regional trade flows, and allow Pakistan to benefit from its position as a transit artery for goods passing through its Arabian seaports on the way to other countries in South and Central Asia, and to the People’s Republic of China. Watch video
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ADB's Biggest Philippine Project to Improve Transport from Northern Provinces to Manila
The Malolos-Clark Railway Project, part of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR), will be ADB’s biggest project in the Philippines and will cut travel time from Clark to Metro Manila to less than 1 hour from the current two- to three-hour travel by bus.
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Fiji’s Ports Are Upgraded to Become Safe Havens of Trade
Maritime trade is the backbone of Fiji’s economy as imports and exports accounted for 62% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product in 2017. ADB contributed a $16.8 million loan to upgrade Fiji's ports, making them safer and more efficient.
Transport is an integral part of most of the activities, goods and services required for supporting and improving people’s lives. ADB assists member countries in developing Asia to building transport infrastructure and services which contribute towards low-carbon, safe, accessible, and affordable transport systems.
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This report explores how South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation (SASEC) countries can enhance maritime cooperation to boost international trade.
Maritime Cooperation in SASEC: South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation
Mongolia, ADB Sign Projects to Spur Trade, Improve Hospital Services, and Upgrade Roads
ADB and of Mongolia today signed loan agreements totaling $103 million for projects that will upgrade border crossing points, complete a district demonstration hospital, and scale up road rehabilitation efforts in the country.
Getting out of a Jam in Dhaka
Bangladesh’s capital has some of the worst traffic in the world. But hope is on the way in the shape of a new mass rapid transit system.
