Masato Kanda
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President of the @ADB_HQ.
Republic of the Philippines
Joined March 2021
I’m pleased that @ADB_HQ and @qatar_fund signed an MOU, witnessed by H.E. Sheikh Thani bin Hamad Al-Thani. Together, we aim to unlock concessional resources, support innovative infrastructure, and expand assistance to underserved sectors across Asia and the Pacific. Looking
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.@ADB_HQ has expanded its IT operations in Valencia, Spain, strengthening our shift toward a digital-first institution. I signed the host country agreement with Spain’s Minister Carlos Cuerpo Caballero, another meaningful step in our partnership. The IT Delivery and Resiliency
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100% of my success on the field is owed to God & my Great Bridge family. Thanks to my family for always lifting me up and speaking life into me and my goals. @CoachWoodJr @JReid3014 @GBHSWildcat_FB
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Very pleased to welcome Hae Kyong “HK” Yu as @ADB_HQ’s new Vice-President for Administration and Corporate Management. Her leadership and regional experience will help accelerate ADB’s transformation and strengthen how we deliver for the region.
#ADBNews: ADB welcomes Hae Kyong “HK” Yu as its new Vice-President for Administration and Corporate Management. Ms Yu brings over 30 years of expertise in international relations, economic policy, and strategic governance. She will succeed Bruce Gosper, whose term ends on 31
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At ADB’s International Anticorruption Day Celebration, I underscored a core message: corruption is a tax on the poor that steals the future. It diverts resources meant to build schools, pave roads, and protect the vulnerable. I also recognized Pasig City Mayor @VicoSotto, whose
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Today, I was proud to celebrate the strength of our people at ADB’s annual Staff Appreciation Event. My message to you is clear: Thank you. In 2025, you put clients first, built trust through integrity, and proved that execution is our credibility. We moved decisively on our
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Asia’s growth story is proving more resilient than many expected. Our latest outlook shows developing Asia’s growth rising to 5.1% in 2025 and 4.6% in 2026, driven by strong tech exports and easing uncertainty after recent trade agreements with the United States. But
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It was a pleasure to meet President @bongbongmarcos today to discuss the Philippines’ ASEAN Chairship in 2026 and the importance of strong cooperation. @ADB_HQ is preparing a comprehensive package of support for the Chairship, from AI readiness and responsible deployment to
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The Asian Water Development Outlook 2025 highlights both our region’s progress and what is at stake. Asia and the Pacific has lifted 2.7 billion people from extreme water insecurity over the past decade. But ecosystems that sustain long-term water security are deteriorating
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Investing in education is investing in the future. At the International Education and Skills Forum, I underscored that education remains our most strategic investment—driving competitiveness, innovation, and inclusion across Asia and the Pacific. @ADB_HQ will deepen work on
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Today marks an important step toward making development finance simpler, faster, and more effective. I joined @WorldBank President Ajay Banga as we presented the first proposed projects under the Full Mutual Reliance Framework. With one lender leading design, preparation,
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The @WorldBank and @ADB_HQ will announce the first two projects under the Full Mutual Reliance Framework, in the Pacific, deepening collaboration to deliver greater development impact, faster, for our clients. Join the live today December 3 at 9 pm ET: https://t.co/Wk6TUVUnwJ
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My deepest condolences go to people and governments across our region, including Sri Lanka, Thailand, Viet Nam, and Indonesia, following the devastating floods. @ADB_HQ is providing rapid assistance through the Asia Pacific Disaster Response Fund, including immediate grants of
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Tomorrow, we join @WorldBank President Ajay Banga and partners as we mark an important milestone under the Full Mutual Reliance Framework. Together, we will present the first set of projects proposed under this approach — designed to make development finance simpler, faster,
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Our engagement in London explored ways to scale private capital for sustainable economic growth. A short video summary of the main outcomes is available below. @TheSMI
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It was an honor to join His Majesty King Charles III and global financial leaders to discuss how we can accelerate private capital for sustainable development. Scaling investment will only happen if we move together, because no institution can do this alone. We appreciate the
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Joined fellow MDB heads in London for a roundtable hosted by UK Minister for Development Baroness Chapman and @FCDOGovUK. Our discussions highlighted how MDBs can collaborate to unlock greater private capital and ensure our work remains aligned with wider global processes,
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Arrived in London to advance @ADB_HQ’s partnership with the United Kingdom and meet leaders shaping the global development agenda. Tomorrow’s discussions will reflect the importance of collective action to scale-up private financing for nature, resilience, and sustainable
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Strengthening @ADB_HQ’s internal justice system is essential to ensuring fairness, trust, and accountability across our institution. I had the pleasure of hosting a luncheon for the Administrative Tribunal during its 54th Session, a tradition paused during the pandemic. Their
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