Subregional Conference on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in South Asia: Reflections and Way Forward for ADB Read more about Subregional Conference on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in South Asia: Reflections and Way Forward for ADB
Powering Digital Transformation with Digital Public Infrastructure Read more about Powering Digital Transformation with Digital Public Infrastructure Starting from the basics, what differentiates DPI from other digital infrastructure? Why is it a key enabler of digital transformation? How can ADB engage in this important technical domain and leverage it for development impact? Where can we find successful examples, and who has the competencies and expertise to help successfully implement a DPI project?
Sonam Zam Keywords ADB energy hydropower Bhutan Read more about Sonam Zam Sonam Zam is a civil engineer committed to advancing renewable energy and sustainability. Equipped with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Bhutan and a Master’s in Renewable Energy from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand, Sonam has gained experience in the field. Since January 2023, she has served as a Project Officer at ADB, Bhutan Resident Mission, focusing on energy and urban projects. Prior to joining ADB, she spent over a decade at Druk Green Power Corporation, where she gained valuable experience in hydropower development and project management.
Responsive COVID-19 Vaccines for Recovery Project under the Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility Read more about Responsive COVID-19 Vaccines for Recovery Project under the Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility This presentation gives an overview of the ADB procurement framework and explains the process adopted by ADB for procurement.
Business Opportunities Seminar for Bhutan Suppliers Read more about Business Opportunities Seminar for Bhutan Suppliers ADB undertakes Business Opportunities Seminars (BOSs) in its members to improve the interest and ability of eligible suppliers to locate ADB business opportunities, prepare high-quality and responsive bids, and understand ADB’s procurement and anticorruption procedures.
BHU: Labour and Employment Act of Bhutan 2007 Read more about BHU: Labour and Employment Act of Bhutan 2007 This document contains details of the act that applies to matters relating to labour and employment in the Kingdom of Bhutan.
Government Initiatives on Disability Issues Read more about Government Initiatives on Disability Issues This presentation gives an overview of the Bangladesh Government's enabling environment for persons with disabilities and some of its legal instruments.
Shobnam Mushtary Rikta Keywords gender equality Bhutan ADB social development GESI SOGIESC gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) framework disability inclusion Read more about Shobnam Mushtary Rikta Shobnam Mushtary Rikta is the Deputy Secretary (NDD & Autism), Ministry of Social Welfare, Government of Bangladesh.
Social Identity Groups in South Asia and the Social and Economic Cost of their Exclusion and Discrimination Read more about Social Identity Groups in South Asia and the Social and Economic Cost of their Exclusion and Discrimination This presentation gives an overview of different channels through which exclusion or discrimination are being practiced and how to address these.