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Private Involvement in the Infrastructure Building of BRI

6 September 2019
This presentation discusses the Belt Road Initiative and identifies the roles of different stakeholders involved.

Digital Technologies and Trade

4 September 2019
How will emerging digital technologies impact the costs, content, volume, value, and pattern of Asia’s intra- and interregional trade flows over the next five years?

Global Value Chains and 4th Industrial Revolution: Towards a Consumer-Centered Economy

4 September 2019
In the digital economy, vast amount of consumer information is collected. The Fourth Industrial Revolution also allows to integrate this information in all stages of the value creation. Download this material to learn more.

Labor Market Demand Driven Skill Development

28 August 2019
By using Big Data technologies and analytics for millions of online employer ads, real-time labor market information can help to achieve a more complete understanding of labor and skill demand on a national or regional basis.

Building Public Support for Government Development Initiatives (Part 1): Case Study from the Republic of Korea

27 August 2019
Engaging with stakeholders and building consensus for government policy, programs or projects is a critical role for government communicators. This session looks back to the 1980s to examine the Republic of Korea’s communication and media strategy to win support for its transition from a planned to…

Human Capital and Economic Development - The Far Reaching Role of Human Capital in the Economy

2 August 2019
In this lecture entitled, "Human Capital and Economic Development", Professor Issac Ehrlich discussed the critical role of human capital in determining the demand for life, which has two dimensions: the quality of life, and the quantity of life, also known as longevity. He also analyzed the role of…

PHOTO GALLERY - ADB Distinguished Speakers Program: Isaac Ehrlich

2 August 2019
Selected photos taken during the ADB Distinguished Speakers lecture by Professor Isaac Ehrlich held at the ADB Headquarters in Manila, The Philippines on August 2, 2019.

Moral Hazard of Renewable Energy Economic Incentives: A Private Sector Perspective

18 June 2019
Investors need certainty. Yet, government incentives are public policy-based goods. Public policy is not law and can change at any moment. Change in government, change in strategy, change in budget all influence public policy. Acknowledging possible public policy change upfront is a necessary part…

Public-Private Partnerships To Drive Clean Energy Transitions In Indian Power Sector

17 June 2019
This presentation gave an overview of the evolution of private-public partnerships in various sectors in India and its energy sector. It also showcased PPPs in smartgrid deployment and distribution franchising, and how PPP is promoting energy efficiency. The presentation also shared some lessons…

Asset Management Digitalization: Key Transformations Introduced by Digital Technologies

21 May 2019
In this presentation, Mr. Romei shares Systra's experience with asset digitalization, including the challenges involved and case studies that illustrate its successful implementation. He also emphasized the value of utilizing digital technologies such as big data and IoT, and integrated platforms…