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Across Asia and the Pacific, a total of $12.9 billion in financing was mobilized by ADB’s financing partners in 2021 to support countries in 2021. Photo credit: ADB.
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28 June 2022

ADB Financing Partners Mobilized $1.1 Billion for Southeast Asian Countries in 2021

The funding supported developing member countries' COVID-19 pandemic response and recovery interventions, says ADB's Partnership Report 2021.
Marginalized and vulnerable communities are the most impacted by climate change. Photo credit: ADB.
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28 June 2022

$3-Million Asia Seed Fund Unveiled to Fight Climate Change, Drive Sustainability

Set up by AVPN, with support from Google,org and ADB, the fund will finance innovative tech-driven solutions championed by nonprofits in Asia–Pacific.
Mobile-Assisted Language Teaching: A Systematic Review with Implications for Southeast Asia
Publication
27 June 2022

Mobile-Assisted Language Teaching: A Systematic Review with Implications for Southeast Asia

This report reviews the different strategies Southeast Asian countries employed in mobile-assisted language learning and teaching.
Inclusive Education in ASEAN: Fostering Belonging for Students with Disabilities
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27 June 2022

Inclusive Education in ASEAN: Fostering Belonging for Students with Disabilities

This study analyzes the inclusive education landscape in ASEAN amid the pandemic and provides policy recommendations to improve inclusive education systems in the region.
Implementing a Green Recovery in Southeast Asia
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23 June 2022

Implementing a Green Recovery in Southeast Asia

This report highlights why Southeast Asian countries need to design pandemic recovery policies that balance socioeconomic gains with environmental sustainability.
The tourism industry must give the matter of equal distribution of benefits important consideration as it is part of sustainable development. Photo credit: ADB.
Article
22 June 2022

Understanding the Equal Distribution of Tourism's Benefits

The industry should look beyond economic aspects, writes Kevin Phun, director at the Centre for Responsible Tourism.
Article
20 June 2022

Seasoned Driver with Passion for Computers Turns Web Developer

Midcareer shift made possible through an intensive training bootcamp on website development.
Partnership Report 2021: Partnerships for a Green, Inclusive, and Resilient Recovery
Publication
16 June 2022

Partnership Report 2021: Partnerships for a Green, Inclusive, and Resilient Recovery

This report highlights the work of ADB and its partners in cofinancing development work in 2021, balancing the need to address short-term COVID-19 response with ensuring longer-term pandemic recovery.
Big data applications can help provide a better understanding of the skills gap as well as address the mismatch between skills and jobs though tailored learning and better job matching. Photo credit: ADB.
Article
10 June 2022

How Big Data Can Open $100 Billion in Opportunities in Southeast Asia

Big data applications can enhance the delivery of education, health, and social welfare services and speed up recovery from the pandemic.
Event
10 June 2022

Strengthening the Agrifood System

This webinar examined the factors that threaten food security in Southeast Asia and how various stakeholders can support the agriculture food system.
Online learning is becoming more common and, for those who have an internet connection, more accessible, affordable, and mobile. Photo credit: ADB.
Article
9 June 2022

Inclusive Education in Asia: Myth or Reality?

Across Southeast Asia, socioeconomic disparities have led to unequal access to education, with some schools unable to support marginalized groups.
The ASEAN universal verification mechanism will use digital technology and ensure data privacy protection and security. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.
News
6 June 2022

ASEAN to Develop One System for Verifying Vaccinated Travelers

Health ministers agree to work toward mutual recognition of COVID-19 vaccination certificates in the region.
MeshMinds has found that asking employees to come in just 2 days a week ensures new ideas are discussed face to face while allowing its people to save on transport costs. Photo credit: Courtesy of MeshMinds.
Article
2 June 2022

5 Ways Companies Can Become More Sustainable

Encouraging staff to eat more sustainably, switching to LED lights, and using more environment-friendly printers can help companies be greener.
Assessment of Electric Vehicle Penetration in the Lao People's Democratic Republic
Publication
1 June 2022

Assessment of Electric Vehicle Penetration in the Lao People's Democratic Republic

This report analyzes the positive and negative impacts of shifting to electric vehicles from internal combustion engines vehicles.
News
30 May 2022

Short Film on Plastic Pandemic to Debut on World Environment Day

The film will have its global premiere on World Environment Day on 5 June.