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Addressing the Challenges of Climate-Resilient Sustainable Urban Development in Tamil Nadu

27 April 2018
The State of Tamil Nadu ranks first in urbanization among large states in India and faces severe droughts and urban floods. Urban investments are estimated at $42 billion (2012-2023), with $7.5 billion required for water supply and sanitation. Officials from Tamil Nadu in this learning event…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

ADB's New Procurement Framework: What's the Latest?

26 April 2018
Jeff Taylor discussed the transition of ADB’s procurement approach from “one size fits all” to “fit for purpose” to save time and bring private sector and hi-tech solutions into more projects. The new policy is designed to deliver significant benefits and flexibility throughout the project…
Organizer: Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department

9th ADB Business Opportunities Fair

14 to 15 March 2018
The ADB Business Opportunities Fair (BOF) is a one-stop forum for consultants, contractors, manufacturers, and suppliers looking to provide goods and services for ADB projects. It has proven to be an excellent opportunity to network not only with peers in the industry, but also with ADB specialists…
Organizer: Procurement, Portfolio, and Financial Management Department

Dam Optimization for Managing Water-related Climate Risks

26 February 2018
Climate change increases the frequency and intensity of weather disturbances. Consequently, water-related disasters threathen vulnerable communities and socio-economic growth. One way to manage these risks is to promote and facilitate the efficient use of existing dams.
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

Accessing the Green Climate Fund

6 February 2018
The Green Climate Fund (GCF) channels public climate financing to help developing countries become climate resilient. It provides grants, loans, equities, or guarantees to climate change mitigation and adaptation projects, especially in countries that are highly vulnerable to changing weather…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

International Anticorruption Day 2017 - Corruption and Social and Economic Stability

8 December 2017
Corruption affects all regions of the world and all levels of society, but the impact is greatest in developing countries, which comprises a large part of Asia and the Pacific. Corruption can undermine political, social and economic stability, and ultimately threaten the safety and security of…
Organizer: Office of Anticorruption and Integrity

My Bosses, My Mentors

7 December 2017
Special Senior Advisor to the President Xianbin Yao shared his personal reflection, a thanksgiving to his many colleagues who have mentored him for more than two decades in ADB. Some may not even know that there were his mentors. This event is part of ADB's in-house Insight Thursday lecture series.
Organizer: Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department

9th Regional Anti-Corruption Conference: Nurturing an Anti-Corruption Culture in the Asia-Pacific Region

15 to 17 November 2017
The 9th Regional Conference consisted of a High-Level Panel and Public Integrity Network (PIN), which brought together government leaders and delegates from anticorruption agencies, supreme audit authorities, planning agencies, as well as representatives of private sector and civil society. The…
Organizer: Office of Anticorruption and Integrity

3rd Asia Pacific Public Electronic Procurement Network Conference

2 to 4 October 2017
The 3-day conference aimed to strengthen the capacity of public procurement agencies in Asia and the Pacific to implement e-procurement solutions based on international best practices and sharing of experiences. It helped developing member countries implement modern procurement systems that are…
Organizer: Procurement, Portfolio, and Financial Management Department

Potential Use of Drones in Data Acquisitions in Development Projects

24 August 2017
Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) demonstrated the advantages of drones in developing projects. Recent advances in drone technology complement existing techniques, slotting neatly between large-area imagery from satellites and ground surveying. AIT also flew a drone and discussed its application…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office