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Transforming Masculinities to End GenderBased Violence A Panel Discussion to Commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women IDEVAW

26 November 2024
Men and boys are central to the changes necessary for ending gender-based violence (GBV). These changes include difficult transformations: men changing deeply entrenched behaviors and the social norms that support them, re-balancing power in intimate and social relationships, change in…
Organizer: Gender Equality Division

GMS Gender Equality and Inclusion Forum 2024

19 to 20 September 2024
ABOUT THE EVENT The Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) faces complex challenges – climate change, demographic shifts, rapid technological advancement – that both threaten progress and offer potential for transformative solutions. In this dynamic landscape, the GMS Gender Equality and Inclusion…
Organizer: Gender Equality Division

ADB Data Room Strengthening Womens Resilience to Heat Stress

30 August 2024
Climate change is increasing the intensity, frequency, and duration of heat waves, disproportionately affecting women across Asia and the Pacific. Women, especially those engaged in informal and outdoor work, face heightened risks to their health, economic productivity and social welfare.…
Organizer: Gender Equality Division

Suspicious Transaction Investigation and Reporting

23 April 2024
This session delved into the critical role that clear, comprehensive reports play in facilitating effective investigations and ensuring regulatory compliance - best practices for gathering evidence, documenting findings, and presenting insights in a manner to facilitates efficiency and integrity…
Organizer: Finance Sector Office, East Asia Department, Pacific Department, Southeast Asia Department

Antibribery and Corruption

16 April 2024
This session explored the evolving landscape of anti-bribery and corruption laws, global enforcement trends, and practical strategies for mitigating bribery and corruption risks within an organization. Disclaimer: This event is part of a webinar series for correspondent banking counterparties…
Organizer: Finance Sector Office, East Asia Department, Pacific Department, Southeast Asia Department

Transaction Monitoring

9 April 2024
This session explored the dynamic landscape of detecting and preventing financial crime through effective transaction monitoring strategies and delved into best practices for implementing robust transaction monitoring systems and interpreting alerts.
Organizer: Finance Sector Office, East Asia Department, Southeast Asia Department, Pacific Department

EnterpriseWide Risk Assessment

2 April 2024
This session focused on the process of developing a comprehensive EWRA framework tailored to an organization's unique needs - how to prioritize risks, allocate resources effectively, and foster a culture of risk awareness and resilience.
Organizer: Finance Sector Office, East Asia Department, Southeast Asia Department, Pacific Department

Sanctions and Terrorist Financing

26 March 2024
This session delved into the complexities of regulatory compliance and risk mitigation strategies surrounding sanctions regimes, terrorist financing threats, as well as the insidious tactics of trade-based money laundering. Additionally, this session uncovered the dual-use nature of goods and…
Organizer: Finance Sector Office, East Asia Department, Pacific Department, Southeast Asia Department

Customer Due Diligence Process

19 March 2024
This session provided practical insights into establishing robust CDD frameworks, conducting thorough customer risk assessments, and implementing best practices to enhance due diligence procedures.
Organizer: Finance Sector Office, East Asia Department, Pacific Department, Southeast Asia Department

Introduction to Correspondent Banking

5 March 2024
This session covered the fundamentals of correspondent banking, its role in global finance, risk management strategies, and the latest industry trends.
Organizer: Finance Sector Office, East Asia Department, Pacific Department, Southeast Asia Department