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The transformative nature of simple advances such as connecting people to services and opportunities through affordable smartphones is just as significant as the remarkable progress we are seeing in artificial intelligence. Photo credit: iStock/imtmphoto.
Article
29 October 2024

It’s Not Always about the Next Big Thing: How 'Innovations of Necessity' are Reshaping Asia

Across Asia, there are examples of how iterative, necessary innovations, like affordable smartphones, are positively impacting people’s lives.
Event
24 October 2024

Strengthening Cybersecurity and Resilience of Digital Infrastructure with the Cloud

This webinar explored effective cybersecurity policies and how the security and resilience of the cloud could improve outcomes for critical infrastructure entities.
Greening Roads for a Low-Carbon Future: What Works and What to Avoid
Event
24 October 2024

Greening Roads for a Low-Carbon Future: What Works and What to Avoid

This session of the ADB Green Roads Webinar Series will talk about facilitating the transition to electric vehicles to help reduce carbon emissions.
Green and Resilient Buildings in ASEAN Cities clinic cover.
Publication
16 October 2024

Green and Resilient Buildings in ASEAN Cities

This brief provides highlights from an ADB clinic on designing green and resilient buildings.
E-Mobility for Green Urban Transport cover.
Publication
16 October 2024

E-Mobility for Green Urban Transport

This brief provides highlights from a clinic on designing e-mobility models for planning, procurement, structuring, and financing.
Navigating Change: The Evolving Landscape of the Road Sector in Asia
Event
10 October 2024

Navigating Change: The Evolving Landscape of the Road Sector in Asia

This webinar will examine the “double-edged sword” of Asian road infrastructure, acknowledging its role in fostering access and economic growth while also recognizing its negative externalities.
Innovative Finance Approaches for Addressing River Basin Pollution: Combating Aquatic Biodiversity Loss in Southeast Asia
Publication
10 October 2024

Innovative Finance Approaches for Addressing River Basin Pollution: Combating Aquatic Biodiversity Loss in Southeast Asia

This report examines the impacts of aquatic biodiversity loss in Southeast Asia and recommends ways to develop scalable projects that tackle river pollution.
Southeast Asia Corporate Decarbonization Exchange (CDx) 2024
Event
1 to 2 October 2024

Southeast Asia Corporate Decarbonization Exchange (CDx) 2024

Discussions will look into corporate decarbonization strategies in the Southeast Asian context.
Rethinking Harmony in Asia 2024
Event
27 September 2024

Rethinking Harmony in Asia 2024

This is a high-level hybrid conference that will gather more than 27 leaders from across Asia.
Podcast
24 September 2024

Experts Talk Solutions: Ravindra Ngo

Ravindra Ngo of the Asian Network discusses the importance of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity in achieving harmony across Asia amid various challenges.
East Asia Forum 2024
Event
18 to 20 September 2024

East Asia Forum 2024

This year’s forum will explore ways the People’s Republic of China and ADB can foster partnerships in addressing climate challenges in the region.
Greater Mekong Subregion Gender Equality and Inclusion Forum
Event
19 to 20 September 2024

Greater Mekong Subregion Gender Equality and Inclusion Forum

The forum seeks to inspire participants to advance initiatives toward gender equality and social inclusion in an era of climate change, demographic shifts, and technological advances.
A growing number of organizations and businesses now uses AI and automation because of their transformative potential and capacity to introduce new opportunities. Photo credit: ADB.
Article
19 September 2024

ASEAN AI Guidelines Seek to Encourage Responsible Use and Deployment

The guidelines will ensure decisions made by AI are aligned with national and corporate values, as well as broader ethical and social norms.
Event
12 September 2024

The Global Plastics Treaty and Implications for Southeast Asia

The primary goal of the anticipated treaty is to establish a comprehensive framework that addresses all stages of the plastic lifecycle.
AI can play a crucial role in addressing the numerous and pressing needs of the region. Photo credit: iStock/Thicha Satapitanon.
Article
5 September 2024

Enabling Safe and Inclusive Use of AI in Southeast Asia

Ensuring technology systems cater to the region's ethnic and cultural diversity is essential not only for AI but also for technology and tech-driven business models in general.