This publication presents a gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) analysis of six priority sectors in Nepal: agriculture and natural resources…

Regional cooperation and integration (RCI) is pivotal to enhancing economic growth, financial stability, and social inclusion and important for…

The pandemic’s multiple effects are not fully understood in the region. There are still many unknowns, not least of which is the timeframe of virus’…

This book contains a compilation of articles covering diverse perspectives on the dramatic evolution of work in Asia and the Pacific as well as the…

This is a special chapter of the Asia Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Monitor (ASM) focusing on the impact of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on…

In November 2019, policymakers and representatives of civil society and international organizations gathered in Manila, Philippines, to discuss…

The Government of Canada and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) established the Integrated Disaster Risk Management (IDRM) Fund in February 2013. The…

There are 1.7 billion people outside of the formal banking and financial system, and more than half are in Asia and the Pacific. They struggle with…

Bhutan has made extraordinary progress in building its economy while preserving a vibrant cultural identity and pristine natural environment. As the…

The Asian financial landscape has grown more interconnected over the past 2 decades. Previous financial crises have shown how financial volatility can…

Rural poverty is directly related to a lack of road access. On average, the rural component of a national road network represents 80% of the total…

This publication summarizes transport sector developments in member countries of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program. It…