Spotlight Decarbonizing ASEAN’s Hard-to-Abate Sectors: Finance, Tech and Policy 12 February 2026 As Southeast Asia accelerates efforts toward net‑zero goals, financing credible and inclusive transition pathways has become increasingly urgent. This webinar presented findings from a new study… 2025 Forum on Successful Project Design and Implementation 13 to 15 October 2025 The Regional Forum on Successful Project Design and Implementation (SPDI) is a flagship initiative of the Procurement, Portfolio, and Financial Management Department (PPFD) that brings together… International Conference on Inclusive Energy Transition in Southeast Asia and Beyond 10 to 12 February 2026 Indonesia The global energy transition presents both opportunities and challenges, requiring approaches that prioritize equity, climate justice, and social inclusion. Just energy transitions—from fossil-fuel-… Piloting Innovation for Pasig River Cleanup: Insights from the 6-month Clearbot Pilot Study in the Philippines 28 January 2026 On 28 January 2026, ADB convened government agencies, local governments, development partners, and the private sector at ADB Headquarters to share insights from the 6-month ClearBot pilot—an AI-… Blue Skies Jakarta: Dissemination Webinar on Meta Study Insights and Financing Pathways 26 February 2026 Air quality in the Greater Jakarta area remains a significant public health and environmental challenge, with particulate matter (PM) 2.5 levels consistently exceeding national and WHO standards.… Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Health Financing 10 December 2025 As part of the 2025 Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day campaign, ADB organized the webinar, partnering with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), openIMIS, and Amref… 2025 International Procurement Workshop 26 to 27 November 2025 The International Procurement Workshop, jointly organized by ADB and the Public Procurement Service of Korea (PPS), was held on 26-27 November 2025 in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The workshop… Environment and Nature Learning Week 2025 7 to 8 October 2025 Philippines The Asia and the Pacific is facing the triple planetary crisis of biodiversity loss, pollution, and climate change that require integrated solutions. As a flagship activity under the Environment… Gender-Responsive Climate Action Training 2 October 2025 This training responded to ADB's commitments under the Climate Change Action Plan 2023-2030 and Strategy 2030, which prioritize gender equality and climate action. Recognizing the disproportionate… PreviousNext Major Events Waves of Change: Harnessing Technology to Power the Sustainable Blue Economy Workshop25 to 28 May 2026Busan, Republic of Korea Technology is a critical enabler of a sustainable blue economy, helping ocean-based industries grow while reducing pressure on marine ecosystems, providing greater… Southeast Asia: Emerging Macrofiscal and Governance Challenges and Opportunities20 to 23 April 2026 The Workshop on Emerging Macrofiscal and Governance Challenges and Opportunities, organized by the Public Sector Management and Governance Sector Office (SD3-PSMG), was held on 20–23 April at ADB… ADB-World Bank Trade Forum 2026 12 to 14 May 2026 The Trade Forum—co-organized by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Bank Group, with support from IMD Business School, and the Institute for Macroeconomic and International Policies (i-… Forum on Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Health Equity25 to 26 March 2026 Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare from improving disease diagnosis and clinical decision-making to strengthening public health systems. But an important… ADB Competition Policy Initiative Robust competition policies are essential for fostering economic development. They promote healthy markets, enhance consumer protection, and stimulate innovation and investment. However, crafting… Recent Events Coastal and Port Engineering: Building Lines of Defense18 June 2026 Ports and coastal infrastructure face growing risks from sea level rise, stronger storms, and changing coastal dynamics. This webinar explored how nature-based, hybrid, and adaptive approaches can… Integrity Learning Series: Bangladesh South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Chattogram-Dohazari Railway Project11 June 2026 On 11 June 2026, 13 representatives from the South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation: Chattogram-Dohazari Railway Project in Bangladesh attended a hybrid learning session on managing integrity… Webinar with Finnish Companies in Kazakhstan9 June 2026 ADB undertakes Business Opportunities Seminars (BOSs) for its members to enhance the interest and capacity of eligible suppliers to identify ADB business opportunities, prepare high-quality,… The Emerging Fertilizer Crisis: Implications for Food Security in Asia and the Pacific5 June 2026This webinar examined the emerging fertilizer crisis and its implications for food security in Asia and the Pacific amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and disruptions to global energy and supply… Women-Led Adaptation Planning for Greener Roads4 June 2026Women travel, work, and provide care along the roads that serve their communities, yet their needs rarely shape how these roads are planned, designed, or maintained. The session discussed adaptation…