Advisor, Office of Chief Economist, ADB Profile / Bio Yesim Elhan-Kayalar is an economist with over 33 years of experience in development and academia. She currently serves as an Advisor to the Chief Economist at the Asian Development Bank (ADB), specializing in digital transformation and market competition. Her expertise is informed by extensive field experience across 31 countries. At ADB, Elhan-Kayalar develops knowledge and policy solutions to address key challenges in Asia and the Pacific, particularly in maritime decarbonization. Her work combines economic research with long-term development strategies, reflecting her commitment to sustainable economic solutions and impactful development in the region. Elhan-Kayalar holds a PhD in economics from the University of California. Materials Title Date Learning Materials Topics Maritime Decarbonization: Future Opportunities in Smart Ports of Asia-Pacific 2 December, 2025 Slides ADB Administration and Governance, Economics, Finance Public Management and Finance (Central and West Asia Department) 25 March, 2015 Slides Governance and Public Sector Management, Finance Public Management and Finance (Central and West Asia) 21 March, 2012 Slides Finance, Governance and Public Sector Management