Publication
1 February 2022

Sustainable Tourism After COVID-19: Insights and Recommendations for Asia and the Pacific

This publication examines tourism in Asia and the Pacific and to best reset the sector to contribute more effectively to the Sustainable Development Goals.

Article
1 February 2022

Here is How Major Hotel Chains Are Saying ‘No’ to Plastic

By switching to reusable bottles and refillable soap dispensers and greening supply chains, hotels chains make a headway in reducing plastic wastes.

Publication
31 January 2022

Green Infrastructure Investment Opportunities: Thailand 2021 Report

This report explores green bonds and other finance instruments for climate-resilient infrastructure and investment opportunities that can support Thailand in achieving a low-carbon economy.

News
31 January 2022

ADB Approves Two Grants to Boost Tourism and Rice Production in Cambodia

The two grants amount to $6.8 million.

Article
31 January 2022

Philippines’ #SafeTripPH Campaign Extols Travel Can Still Be Fun Despite COVID-19

Tourism authorities in the Philippines caution travelers to check safety protocols and travel requirements for every destination they want to visit.

Publication
30 January 2022

Thematic Bonds for Affordable Green Housing in Asia and the Pacific: A Case Study of Thailand’s National Housing Authority

This case study discusses the experience of Thailand’s National Housing Authority in the issuance of thematic bonds to build green, affordable housing for the country’s low-income residents.

Article
25 January 2022

The Clock Is Ticking on Central Bank Digital Currencies: Are You Ready?

Central banks are taking digital currencies more seriously. Here is how commercial banks can get ahead to make adoption a reality.

Publication
24 January 2022

Building Prolific Entrepreneurship Ecosystems: Shared Lessons from India and ASEAN

This report looks at the evolution of the incubation ecosystem in India and ASEAN and presents a comparative analysis of some of the major policies. It is based on the joint roundtable held by CIIE.CO and ERIA on "Incubators as Catalysts for Innovation," as well as previous research by both organizations on incubators in their respective countries and/or regions.

News
21 January 2022

ADB Supports Equity Investments in Southeast Asia

Investments in private equity funds Creador V and Northstar V will help create jobs, improve services, and foster good corporate governance.

News
20 January 2022

Tourism Grows 4% in 2021 but Remains Far Below Pre-Pandemic Levels—UNWTO

Asia and the Pacific arrivals 94% below pre-pandemic levels as many destinations remained closed to non-essential travel.  

News
20 January 2022

Countries in East Asia Commit to Green Recovery and Healthy Oceans

The virtual 7th East Asian Seas Ministerial Forum endorsed a roadmap to 2030 that is anchored on sustainability and blue economy principles.

News
20 January 2022

Job Losses in Southeast Asia Peak during Strictest COVID-19 Curbs

Young people aged 15 to 24 accounted for as much as 45% of job losses at the height of the pandemic in 2020. Women were also among the most affected.

Article
17 January 2022

Enhancing Poverty Measurement through Big Data

With scant data for almost half of the SDG indicators in Southeast Asia, governments explore big data and machine learning to address the data gaps.

Publication
13 January 2022

Towards Reducing Single-Use Plastics in Lao PDR: Options for a National Policy Strategy and Action Plan

This report assesses Lao PDR's capability in dealing with single-use plastic wastes and recommends policy options based on lessons from other countries and recommendations from stakeholders and experts.

Article
13 January 2022

What Will It Take for Southeast Asia to Build Back Better from COVID-19? Go Green

Taking a green growth path is key to the region's exit strategy from the pandemic.