ADB, AFD Reaffirm Strong Cooperation in Key Sectors, Including Climate Action
Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masatsugu Asakawa in a call today with Agence Française de Développement Group (AFD) Chief Executive Officer Rémy Rioux reaffirmed...
Environmental rights, here and now: working for change in 2021
COVID-19 hasn’t only raised concern for health. It has also stimulated thought and debate around issues of human rights – including those related to...
Bangladesh Solar Home Systems Provide Clean Energy for 20 million People
Bangladesh has the largest off-grid solar power program in the world, which offers experiences and lessons for other countries to expand access to clean and affordable...
COVID-19 strategies must invest in human-centred recovery
COVID-19 crisis recovery policies must be human-centred and address pre-existing world of work challenges as well as the impact of the pandemic, the Director-General...
Russian Nornickel signed a deal with UK chemicals giant Johnson Matthey
Russian Nornickel, the world’s largest metal producer has signed a deal with Johnson Matthey (JM) on long-term supply of critical metals for their battery...
Eastern and Southern Africa’s Vast Renewables Potential
Eastern and Southern Africa are vast, geographically diverse regions with rapidly growing populations and rising demands for energy. According to master plans for the...
Bangladesh Economy Shows Early Signs of Recovery Amid Uncertainties
Bangladesh’s economy is showing nascent signs of recovery backed by a rebound in exports, strong remittance inflows, and the ongoing vaccination program, says a...
Digital Technologies Can Help Maldives Build Back Better From the COVID-19 Shock
Maldives can leverage digital technologies to build back better for a more green, resilient, and inclusive development following the COVID-19 pandemic, says the latest...
ADB, Habitat for Humanity to Support Housing Microloans for Vulnerable Communities
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has teamed with Habitat for Humanity International to help microfinance institutions (MFIs) deliver housing loans to low-income families in...
The Gambia Secures More Funds for COVID-19 Vaccines
World Bank Board approved $8 million additional financing from the International Development Association (IDA) to provide The Gambia with safe and effective vaccine purchase...