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COVID-19 Updates

Here's why a combination of international, regional, and national initiatives is needed to ensure that no one is left behind.

AstraZeneca/Oxford-developed vaccines to reach countries in the coming weeks.

The funds will be used to develop countries’ readiness to distribute the vaccine to citizens.
What is SEADS?
The Southeast Asia Development Solutions—SEADS—is a knowledge and innovation platform under the Asian Development Bank. In tandem with its partner program, the Southeast Asia Development Symposium, SEADS aims to help crystallize thinking on relevant and critical issues in the region, and support countries in becoming prosperous, knowledge-based, and sustainable.
Sowing SEADS of Growth
INNOVATIONS
Discover the latest cutting-edge breakthroughs that can help countries tackle pressing challenges.
SOLUTIONS
Hear from leading minds and trailblazers from industry, technology, the public sector, and academia.
CONNECTIONS
Interact with problem-solvers and next-generation thinkers from Southeast Asia and beyond.
Solutions

The studies focus on green recovery, improving government finances, nurturing key economic sectors, and harnessing big data and other technologies for essential services.

To be considered smart, cities should not just be technology-forward, they should also be people-focused.

Going green can create long-term jobs, accelerate climate resilience, protect the environment and natural capital, and catalyze capital at scale.
Spotlight

More support needed for MSMEs as many still face roadblocks to going digital.
Publications

Volume 1 of this report looks at MSMEs in Southeast Asia and analyzes the challenges facing them.

This paper looks at how cities are adopting technology to meet rising demands on public services and infrastructure.

This paper examines financial inclusion in Asia Pacific and how the cloud can support more accessible and flexible delivery of fintech.
Events
April
15 - 16
2021
08:00 AM - 06:00 PM Beijing Time (UTC+8)