Asian Development Bank and Vanuatu: Fact Sheet

Abstract

Updated yearly, this ADB Fact Sheet provides social and economic indicators on Vanuatu as well as concise information on ADB's operations in the country and contact information. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) cooperates closely with government counterparts and development partners in Vanuatu. ADB also supports government dialogue and consultation with stakeholders, including traditional leaders, local government leaders, the private sector, churches, and civil society and community groups. The establishment of a joint ADB-World Bank Development Coordination Office in Vanuatu in 2010 significantly strengthened ADB’s relationship with the Government of Vanuatu and its development partners. ADB works closely with development partners to develop innovative approaches and uses cofinancing partnerships to reduce financing costs. ADB, in partnership with the New Zealand Aid Programme, has developed the Interisland Shipping Support Project, focused on better access to markets and social services in outer island project areas, stronger safety regulations and better compliance, and improved shipping infrastructure. In addition, ADB, in partnership with Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID), has developed the Port Vila Urban Development Project, which will contribute to social development by improving drainage, roads, and sanitation systems in greater Port Vila and adjacent urban and peri-urban areas of Shefa Province.