#ADBNews: @WorldBank President Ajay Banga and @ADBPresident Masato Kanda have announced the first two Pacific projects to be delivered under the Full Mutual Reliance Framework. The innovative co-financed model will allow countries to work with a single lead lender, simplify

🌳 Asia and the Pacific’s natural resources are vital for economic growth and ecological balance. Our blog explores why investing in healthy ecosystems can drive resilience and development: https://t.co/DuvMzL9Kag

Asia and the Pacific is aging rapidly, and this demographic shift brings major economic and social challenges. A new ADB publication explores innovative solutions to support caregivers and build an inclusive care system: https://t.co/Fzpjc4WRR6

The Queen Salote Wharf is officially open! Through the Asian Development Fund, ADB partnered with Australia and Tonga to fund the project. The country is now better connected to its neighbors, helping to grow its export, tourism, and receive vital supplies.

"This approach streamlines processes and eliminates duplication, allowing us all to concentrate on what matters most: impact." @ADBPresident Masato Kanda joined @WorldBank President Ajay Banga to announce the FMRF, an innovative cofinancing model that will boost development

Glacial lake outburst floods are becoming more frequent in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region due to accelerated glacier melt. ADB is helping countries assess multi-hazard risks, build resilient infrastructure, and develop financing solutions that will protect lives and livelihoods.

Can Southeast Asia accelerate its shift to cleaner energy and better connectivity? ADB experts explore innovative solutions that link climate action, infrastructure, and regional cooperation to build a more sustainable future: https://t.co/0Edt6IwTbe

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

Violence limits women’s participation in society, increases health and justice costs, and contributes to intergenerational poverty. Learn how policymakers, NGOs, donors, and partners can work together to strengthen counseling systems, ensure survivors have access to support,

#ADBNews: We have partnered with Luli Wood to support the construction of an oriented strand board factory and a captive biomass power plant in Jiangxi province, PRC. The project will reduce emissions by around 200,000 tons of carbon dioxide annually, create 1,500 jobs, and

Nature is essential for 75% of Asia-Pacific’s economy—yet it’s missing from financial decisions. Our report shows how scaling up investments in nature can unlock sustainable, resilient growth across the region: https://t.co/t6Zq8HOI0y

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,

Aging farmers are vital to rural communities across Asia and the Pacific, but they face growing challenges. Learn how targeted financing and mechanization can help improve their working lives and support food security in the region: https://t.co/APeDdgErHl

Despite its small population, Tonga faces serious traffic congestion—posing risks during emergencies like cyclones or tsunami alerts. Through the ADF, ADB and the @WorldBank are co-financing a bridge over Fanga'uta Lagoon, connecting the capital to higher ground for safer

ADB’s new loan will help the Government of India accelerate rooftop solar adoption and expand access to clean energy for 10 million households by 2027. The project supports the country’s goal of installing 30 gigawatts of rooftop solar capacity nationwide. Read more:

Every year, billions of migratory birds travel across the East Asian–Australasian Flyway. But the wetlands they depend on are slowly disappearing. ADB is working with @BirdLife_News and @EAAFP to protect, restore, and manage these vital ecosystems.

Severe floods have devastated communities across South and Southeast Asia, causing tragic loss of life and widespread damage. @ADBPresident Masato Kanda has announced emergency grants to support relief efforts in Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Viet Nam: https://t.co/KZdgBagIcR

Join @ADBPresident Masato Kanda, @WorldBank President Ajay Banga, and partners to announce the first projects proposed under the Full Mutual Reliance Framework. This milestone marks a major step towards making development finance simpler, faster, and more effective. 📅 4 Dec,

Asia and the Pacific contributes most to global emissions while bearing the brunt of disasters. Learn how smarter logistics and resilient supply chains can cut emissions and protect vulnerable communities: https://t.co/zrqzPMOCr6

On Monday, ADB President Masato Kanda joined His Majesty King Charles III and global financial leaders at St. James’s Palace to accelerate private capital for sustainable development. The meeting focused on replicating emerging models to scale up private financing for nature,