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24 to 27 June 2025
The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in partnership with the Ministry of Finance of Japan, will co-organize the Asia Pacific Digital Transformation Forum from 24 to 27 June 2025 at ADB Headquarters in Manila. Themed "Digital Technology for Transformation, the event aims to assist emerging economies…
Organizer: Digital Sector Office
19 June 2025
The “Serendipity Knowledge Program” (SKOP) is ADB’s knowledge program dedicated to Sri Lanka, designed to respond effectively to the country’s needs in line with ADB's vision as a knowledge solutions bank. SKOP seeks to share knowledge on issues relevant to Sri Lanka and facilitate discussion…
Organizer: South Asia Department
4 June 2025
Asia and the Pacific is experiencing rapid digital transformation, offering opportunities to promote inclusive and sustainable development and to strengthen resilience to extreme weather events. However, if not managed well, it can widen inequalities and compromise environmental sustainability…
Organizer: Economic Research and Development Impact Department
2 to 4 June 2025
The Emerging Areas Energy Sector team of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) hosted four workshops at the Joy Nostalg Hotel in Manila, Philippines. The event brought together policymakers, regulators, utilities, and development partners from ADB’s developing member countries—particularly Pacific Small…
Organizer: Energy Sector Office
22 May 2025
This webinar, held last 22 May, disccused the key barriers to women’s public transport ridership and what this means for society.
Organizer: Transport Sector Office
15 May 2025
Globally, noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) account for 71% of deaths and 15 million premature deaths annually (WHO, 2018). The burden of NCDs in Asia and the Pacific region follows a similar trend, with 70% of all deaths attributed to NCDs, which are expected to rise significantly by 2030 (WHO,…
Organizer: Health Sector Group, Human and Social Development Sector Office
15 May 2025
The Role and Future of Digital Economy Agreements (DEAs) in Developing Asia is a new ADB publication that explores the evolving landscape of digital trade and regulation in Asia and the Pacific. It examines how different forms of digital regulatory cooperation are being adopted to manage data…
Organizer: Economic Research and Development Impact Department
8 May 2025
Drawing on real-world experiences from India, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong, China, this webinar highlighted practical solutions—including innovative collection methods, effective procurement strategies, mapping initiatives, and informal friendly traceability technologies—that enhance…
Organizer: Climate Change, Resilience, and Environment Cluster, Environment Thematic Group
8 May 2025
This webinar, held last 8 May, discussed the concept of livable cities that focused on major urban centers, and lesser guidance for implementation in smaller cities in developing countries.
Organizer: Transport Sector Office
6 May 2025
The session objective was to share good practices on how community participation and monitoring can enhance the effectiveness of activities, finances, and climate change adaptation outcomes in ADB-supported programs. The session aimed to develop recommendations for the ADB based on case studies…
Organizer: Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department