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Developing Asia and the Pacific has weathered an increasingly challenging external environment this year. But the economic outlook has weakened amid intensifying risks and global uncertainty. Economies in the region should continue strengthening their fundamentals and promoting…

#ADBNews: Leah Gutierrez is ADB’s new Director General for Central and West Asia. A national of the Philippines, she holds a PhD and MA in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Business Economics from the University of the Philippines.

How much could the region lose from the new US remittance tax? ADB ran the numbers and found the impact would likely be modest, even for the most remittance-dependent economies like Tonga, the Marshall Islands, and the Philippines. More in #ADO2025. 👉ow.ly/14NS50WupMI

Growth in developing Asia and the Pacific gained momentum in early 2025, driven by strong domestic demand and exports. However, global challenges have lowered growth forecasts. Inflation has fallen below pre-pandemic levels and is expected to stay low, says ADB’s Abdul Abiad.…

Developing Asia and the Pacific’s growth forecasts are cut to 4.7% in 2025 and 4.6% in 2026 from April. Front-loading of exports and solid domestic demand boosted growth in the first quarter of 2025, but a worsened external environment weighs on the region’s outlook. Read the…

#ADBNews: ADB has lowered its growth outlook for Developing Asia and the Pacific, citing weaker exports due to rising U.S. tariffs and global trade uncertainty. Inflation in the region is expected to ease to 2.0% in 2025 and 2.1% in 2026. More in the #ADO2025 update.

ADB projects 4.7% growth for developing Asia in 2025—a slight downgrade driven by weaker global demand, property stress in the PRC, and rising trade fragmentation. Southeast Asia sees the sharpest revision. To stay on course, countries must adopt sound economic policies, sustain…

ADB has revised down its growth forecast for developing economies in the region due to: ✅ Reduced export ✅ Higher US tariffs ✅ Global trade uncertainty ✅ Weaker domestic demand More in our #ADO2025 July report.

To achieve inclusive and sustainable development in Asia and the Pacific through digital transformation, it is essential to align policies across government agents and key stakeholders. Learn more about #ADPR2025 ⬇️ adb.org/adpr/editions/…

Digitalization can be a powerful tool to help reduce persistent economic inequality and improve sustainability in Asia and the Pacific. 🔗 Learn more in our latest report: ow.ly/ntXR50VT1cv

Starting January 2026, the U.S. will introduce a 1% tax on international remittances, raising concerns for economies in Asia and the Pacific that rely heavily on these funds. ADB’s #ADO2025 July report shows the economic impact will be minimal. Learn more:…

ADB’s Economic Research and Development Impact department is looking for: ➡️ Director for Macroeconomics Research Division - adb.taleo.net/careersection/…

Private capital is crucial to meeting rising climate finance needs. In the next #AsianImpact webinar, discover the key drivers, barriers, and policy options to mobilize private climate capital in Asia and the Pacific. 🗓️ 24 July | 10:00a.m. (GMT+8) 📍Zoom REGISTER ⬇️…

Tune in tomorrow for the July edition of ADB’s flagship economic report. Get the latest forecasts and analysis on the world’s most dynamic region. #ADO2025

ADB had a successful Asian Economic Development Conference this year, cohosted by @ADBInstitute and the National School of Development at Peking University. The conference featured around 170 research presentations and 4 keynote speeches on key development issues in Asia and the…

Learn more about #AEDC2025 ⬇️ adb.eventsair.com/asian-economic…