‘Careers have no gender’, connect girls to tech, for a brighter future

Despite information and communication technology playing such a key role throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the UN chief said that half the world remains offline,...

ADB, The Nature Conservancy Agree to Joint Action on Nature-Positive Investments

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) today agreed to a new partnership for action on nature-positive investments, environmental sustainability, and...

Laboratory policy: a guide to development and implementation

More than ever, the past year has shown the need for effective testing capacities and related laboratory infrastructure. Today, the United Nations Industrial Development...

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...

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...

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...

Climate Finance: Climate Actions at Center of Development and Recovery

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) called access to climate finance a key priority for Asia and the Pacific as governments design and implement a...

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