Article
2 February 2026

12 Things to Know: Tourism and Travel in Southeast Asia

The ASEAN Tourism Sectoral Plan 2026–2030 is anchored on five focus areas: resilient tourism, empowered tourism workforce, accessible and seamless travel, digital transformation, and sustainable tourism.

News
29 January 2026

Securing an Energy-Resilient Future for ASEAN

Senior energy officials explore a common agenda for insulating energy systems from instability and climate and supply chain shocks.

Article
28 January 2026

Bridging Borders for a Cleaner Future: ASEAN’s Next Leap in Cross-Border Power Trade

In today’s world, energy security is no longer just about having enough fuel within one’s borders—it is about building systems that are interconnected, resilient, and low-carbon.

Article
14 January 2026

Solutions Are on the Horizon for Southeast Asia’s Hard-to-Abate Sectors

Coordinated regional action can accelerate technology adoption and interoperability and mobilize transition finance.

Publication
9 January 2026

How Can Southeast Asia’s Air Transport Sector and Governments Work Together to Expand Aviation Sustainably in the Region?

Reforming airport and air navigation infrastructure investment and regulation can improve aviation performance and better support Asia’s sustainable development.

Article
24 December 2025

Beyond Traditional Funding: Can ASEAN Innovate Its Way Out of the Plastic Crisis?

Resolving the problem entails aligning environmental goals with economic and financial systems capable of delivering large-scale impact.

News
22 December 2025

ADB President Pledges Comprehensive Program to Support Philippines as ASEAN 2026 Chair

ADB is planning a comprehensive package of support to help the Philippines deliver regional outcomes under the ASEAN 2026 theme of “Navigating our Future Together.”

News
10 December 2025

ASEAN’s Digital Economy to Top $300 Billion

The 10th edition of the Google, Temasek, and Bain report expands coverage from six to 10 Southeast Asian markets.

News
11 November 2025

Timor-Leste Joins ASEAN

Accession to ASEAN will unlock new opportunities in trade, investment, and private sector development.

Event
5 November 2025

Scaling What Works: Private Sector Development as Catalyst for Growth in Southeast Asia

This webinar explores how ADB is strengthening private sector development and capital mobilization across Southeast Asia.

Publication
4 November 2025

Decarbonising ASEAN's Hard to Abate and High Emitting Sectors: Transition Finance, Technologies, and Policy Approaches

The joint report by ERIA, ADB, and METI examines the current landscape, identifies challenges, and highlights emerging practices for mobilizing transition finance within the region's unique energy, financial, and industrial contexts.

Event
30 October 2025

GMS Innovation Forum: Advancing Sectoral Digitalization through Regional Action

The event is open to ADB staff, members of the public and private sectors, development partners, think tanks, and startups.

Event
20 October 2025

Leveraging Carbon Finance for Mobilizing Private Capital in Southeast Asia

The webinar explores the challenges and opportunities for countries in Southeast Asia in leveraging international carbon markets to pursue decarbonization pathways.

News
17 October 2025

ASEAN Adopts Long-Term Vision for Sustainable Minerals Development

Southeast Asia is a major producer and refiner of minerals that are critical to the region's transition to a low-carbon economy.

Event
15 October 2025

BSP-ADB ASEAN Economic Outlook

This webinar will examine drivers of growth for ASEAN and selected economies as they navigate the new global order amid higher US tariffs.