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Air Pollution in Asian Cities

5 June 2019
In this presentation, Glynda Bathan, Deputy Executive Director of Clean Air Asia discussed the state of air pollution in Asian cities, honing on air quality figures for Metro Manila. She cited air pollution as the fifth leading global risk factor for premature deaths, highlighting the health…

Impact of Air Pollution on Youth

5 June 2019
In this presentation, William Lucht emphasized the health effects of air pollution on the youth. He also encouraged participants to beat air pollution by suggesting specific actions to incorporate such as proper vehicle maintenance and using public transport.​

PHOTO GALLERY: World Environment Day 2019: Opening Session – The Air That We Breathe

5 June 2019
A selection of photos taken from the event, World Environment Day 2019: Opening Session – The Air That We Breathe. The session was designed to raise awareness within the general ADB community of the current state and importance of addressing air pollution in Metro Manila and other Asian cities.

Confidentiality and Data Safeguarding

3 June 2019
Slides on Confidentiality and Data Safeguarding presented last 3 June 2019 during the Tax Avoidance and Evasion Workshop in Nadi, Fiji

Integrity Perils of Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies

28 May 2019
Advances in blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies are gaining significant attention across the development sector, but they may open new avenues for integrity risks and corruption. SDCC and OAI are promoting a balance between the hype and the future potential of these solutions versus the…

Tackling Corruption Through Open Government

20 May 2019
Open Government Partnership (OGP) as an implementation and accountability platform for anti-corruption commitments that have been developed and implemented through action plans.

Building the Pakistan Road Assessment Program to Star Rate National Highways for Safety: PakistanRAP Update

2 May 2019
Greg Smith presented updates on PakistanRAP, an initiative of Pakistan's National Highway Authority, with support of ADB. It includes the conduct of road assessments for the country's national highways, capacity building activities for local policymakers, engineers and consultants to perform iRAP…

Advancing Health Impact Assessment in Lao PDR

1 May 2019
Lao PDR has been an early and successful adopter of Health Impact Assessment (HIA). The presenter showcased recent HIA policy and practice achievements in the country under ADB stewardship and priorities for further improvement.

HIA Case Studies and Transboundary Health Issues

1 May 2019
This presentation showcases Health Impact Assessments (HIAs) undertaken as part of pilot projects from key infrastructure sectors in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS), including urban development, transport, energy, water, and social development. Challenges, priorities, and key issues arising are…

Towards the Establishment of the HIA Network Asia

1 May 2019
This presentation gives an overview of the HIA Network Asia Pacific, an organization that aims to promote HIA education and practice and to facilitate the sharing of knowledge and experience between community members. The network seeks to enhance health and equity outcomes from development in Asia…