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19 April 2021
Mongolia became an official observer of ASEAN+3 Bond Market Forum in 2019. To share the experience and knowledge accumulated under the Asian Bond Markets Initiative (ABMI), the Bond Market Guide for Mongolia was developed along with the ASEAN+3 Bond Market Guide series. The market-specific…
Organizer: Economic Research and Development Impact Department
31 March 2021
In this session, Prof. Aradhana Aggarwal, from the Department of International Economics and Management, Copenhagen Business School discussed lessons learned from the People’s Republic of China (PRC), India, and select Central Asian countries. She identified the five stages of implementation of…
Organizer: East Asia Department
24 March to 28 April 2021
ADB is currently implementing the “Developing the Economic Cooperation Zone Project (L-3936),” which aims to operationalize Mongolia’s Zamyn-Uud free zone, and serve as a catalyst for diversifying Mongolia’s economy, integrating it into regional and global value chains, and increasing employment…
Organizer: East Asia Department
24 March 2021
Jong Woo Kang, Principal Economist, Economic Research and Regional Cooperation Department of ADB discussed the rise and evolution of economic zones in Asia-Pacific, modalities and emerging trends. He shared that fiscal and non-fiscal incentives, factor costs, strategic location, institutional…
Organizer: East Asia Department
4 March 2021
LEAP features online presentations on topics to strengthen economic and policy analysis skills of SERD staff in preparing research and project documents. The aim is to encourage discussions among the participants on the latest developments and sharing of country experiences and perspectives.
Organizer: Southeast Asia Department
4 March 2021
The Special Supplement to the Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific 2020 in September 2020, which discusses how poverty estimates can be mapped through data integration and artificial intelligence, has been widely received for its contribution to ADB’s knowledge initiatives. Mr. Martinez took a…
Organizer: Southeast Asia Department
17 February 2021
On 17 February, CWRC’s Kiyoshi Taniguchi shared lessons learned on leading the preparation for Pakistan’s CPS which prioritizes support for: (i) improving economic management to restore stability and growth, (ii) building resilience through human capital development and social protection to…
Organizer: Central and West Asia Department
16 December 2020
Despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the tourism sector is still highly relevant for socio-economic development. The CAREC tourism strategy 2030 will promote the development of safe tourism destinations, helping to support employment for millions of people. Join the speakers to know more…
Organizer: Central and West Asia Department
7 to 11 December 2020
The Pacific AML/CFT Webinar series is designed to provide a balanced, practical view of the state of AML/CFT in the Pacific Region, with particular focus on trade-based money laundering.
The Pacific AML/CFT Webinar series explored a range of issues relevant to the region around Financial Crimes…
Organizer: Private Sector Operations Department
4 December 2020
Governments in Asia and the Pacific and globally have deployed unprecedented fiscal policy responses to tackle the immediate impacts of the COVID-19-induced recession. At the same time, it is critical that governments develop fiscal strategies for advancing recovery that promotes more resilient,…
Organizer: ADBI