Series: Asian Impact: ADB Research in Action Intangible Capital and GVCs in Asia and the Pacific: An Appraisal 12 August 2026 Investments in intangible capital, such as R&D, design, and software, are now central to global value creation. Since 2008, intangible investment has grown more than three times faster than tangible investment, yet its implications for Asia and the Pacific remain poorly understood. This webinar explored the role of FDI in driving intangibles and how they can better support Asia’s industrial upgrading. Discussions will explore the role of key policies, including innovation, intellectual property, and human capital, to prepare the region to harness the benefits of intangibles. Program and Learning Materials 12 August Session / Activity Title Speaker(s) For more information, click here. Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Event Coordinator/s Maria Melissa Gregorio-Dela Paz ADB Organizer/s Economic Research and Development Impact Department Read Also Main Page: ADB Asian Impact Asian Impact Series Website ADB Event Page Topics Economics Finance