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.
European Representative Office (ERO)
The ERO in Frankfurt, Germany develops and strengthens relations between ADB and its 17 European member countries.
In the Spotlight
Supporting Innovative and Sustainable Finance Sector in Asia and the Pacific
Established by the Asian Development Bank in partnership with the Government of Luxembourg, the Financial Sector Development Partnership Special Fund aims to strengthen regional, subregional, and national financial systems in Asia and the Pacific.
ADB Announces IF-CAP, New Program to Accelerate Billions in Climate Change Financing
ADB has announced the Innovative Finance Facility for Climate in Asia and the Pacific (IF-CAP), a landmark program which could significantly ramp up support for the region in the battle against climate change.
ADB Appoints Michiko Suga as Representative for European Office
ADB has appointed Michiko Suga as Representative at its European Representative Office in Frankfurt, Germany.
Making an Impact: Working at ADB | Çiğdem Akın
Meet Çigdem Akın from Türkiye. Learn how her work as Principal Public Management Economist, leading projects in ADB’s developing member countries, helps build resilient, inclusive, and sustainable economies while recovering from the pandemic.
ERO's Role
ERO acts as a liaison between ADB’s Headquarters in Manila and policymakers and major stakeholders in 17 European members. Based in Frankfurt, Germany, ERO works to:
Raise public awareness about ADB and the Asia-Pacific region.
Mobilize resources and support from the public and private sectors for ADB operations.
Share development knowledge and experience and strengthen collaboration with institutions.
ADB Projects and Cofinancing
Projects Cofinanced with European members
Cofinancing
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.
Why partner with ADB
Partnering with ADB allows donors to participate in the economic and social development of the world’s fastest growing region. With a presence in 49 developing member countries (DMCs) in Asia and the Pacific, ADB’s breadth in operations adds value to programs cofinanced with partners. Founded in 1966, ADB has a deep understanding of the region and its needs, as well as close and tested relationships with its DMCs.
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What's New
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European Contractors, Suppliers, and Consultants Road Shows
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ADB Sharpens Strategic Focus, Increases Support for Key Priorities
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Virtual Business Opportunities Seminar with German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry
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Asian Development Bank and Sweden: Fact Sheet
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Asian Development Bank and the Netherlands: Fact Sheet
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Asian Development Bank and the United Kingdom: Fact Sheet
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Asian Development Bank and Spain: Fact Sheet
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Asian Development Bank and Portugal: Fact Sheet
Contacts
Staff
European Representative Office (ERO)
Westendstrasse 28, 60325 Frankfurt am Main
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Monday to Friday)
The European Representative Office is closed on these dates:
- New Year's Day: 1 January (Monday)
- Good Friday: 29 March (Friday)
- Easter Monday: 1 April (Monday)
- Labor Day: 1 May (Wednesday)
- Whit Monday: 20 May (Monday)
- German Unity Day: 3 October (Thursday)
- All Saints’ Day: 1 November (Friday)
- Christmas Day: 25 December (Wednesday)
- Second Christmas Day: 26 December (Thursday)
- New Year's Eve: 31 December (Tuesday)
Last updated: 3 November 2023