Asian Development Bank

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.

Developing economies in Asia and the Pacific are rapidly building infrastructure, but more investments are needed to enhance connectivity, safety, and resilience. Learn how the region can close the gap with the global North and drive sustainable growth.

In many of Asia’s developing economies, people in rural areas are only half as likely to have access to clean water as those in cities. How can governments close the divide and boost prosperity across the region?

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…

To secure a livable future, we must rethink how we produce and consume. Discover how Asia and the Pacific can scale up investments that eliminate waste, keep materials in use, and regenerate nature.

By 2040, Asia and the Pacific will account for two-thirds of global energy growth. Our article explores ADB’s energy policy and how it aims to promote sustainable and clean energy solutions across the region: ow.ly/VoBW50WpIZY

Guided by Strategy 2030, ADB’s revamped Corporate Results Framework ensures every step is tracked, every goal is clear, and every action counts. Watch this video to learn more.

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 is working with Lao PDR to enhance the efficiency and transparency of tax administration. Our new initiative will expand fiscal space, reduce public debt, and support the sustainable financing of public service delivery.

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

The 'One Big Beautiful Bill' will reshape US taxing & spending priorities, offering a short-term boost to domestic growth while raising questions about long-term debt & ripple effects. Two ADB economists weigh in on how this shift could affect the region: ow.ly/YMq350WupIT

Dongting Lake supports 16 million lives and regulates climate in the Yangtze River basin. But human activity has degraded its wetlands. ADB is restoring ecosystems, boosting biodiversity, and promoting eco-tourism to help nature and communities thrive: adb.org/news/videos/st…

ADB is powering Asia and the Pacific’s clean energy transition. We are leading the shift to sustainable energy, ensuring countries have access access to affordable, reliable energy: ow.ly/49Ee50Wql2R

🌾 Smarter farming + river governance = a resilient food future Learn how sustainable rice innovations can help feed billions and protect our ecosystems.

Timor-Leste is on the path to joining ASEAN, a transformative milestone that will unlock growth and regional cooperation. Learn more about our work in the country: ow.ly/QR9V50Wsq8K

#ADBNews: Innovation is central to Southeast Asia's development strategy. In his keynote address at the STF Forum in Jakarta, @ADBPresident Masato Kanda calls for stronger investment in science and technology to drive sustainable growth in the region.

This week in Lombok, Indonesia, I saw how @ADB_HQ projects are delivering impact—supporting people, boosting the economy, and strengthening food security. Watch the recap video.

Indonesia is a founding member of ADB and a major partner. Together, we're tackling complex development challenges through initiatives that support: 💡 Sustainable energy 📈 Inclusive finance 🚰 Access to safe sanitation 🐟 Clean oceans Learn more: ow.ly/j94u50Wt484

ADB has published its #ADO2025 July report. Here are three key takeaways from the publication.

ADB supported the construction of Tuvalu’s new people and cargo ship, the Manu Sina. The vessel was designed to boost connectivity between the capital and neighboring countries and improve access to economic opportunities, health clinics, markets, and schools.

ADB has launched a new country partnership strategy for Mongolia 🇲🇳 Over the next four years, ADB will focus on three priorities: ✅ Promoting diversified and inclusive growth ✅ Strengthening sustainability and resilience ✅ Advancing empowerment and opportunity