Description
COVID-19 continues to afflict developing Asia, but vaccines are changing the pandemic’s trajectory and impact. With new variants dominating, differences in vaccination progress and outbreak containment are contributing to divergent outlooks in the region. This Asian Development Outlook 2021 Update launch webinar will discuss the revised outlook and risks for the region.
Objectives
Webinar attendees will have the chance to engage with the speakers and:
- Learn about the strength and drivers of recoveries across the region
- Understand the risks weighing on the region’s outlook
- Obtain insights on policy responses and potential long-term effects of the pandemic
How to join
Registration is closed.
Resource persons
Webinar host
Abdul Abiad
Director, Macroeconomics Research Division
Economic Research and Regional Cooperation Department
Asian Development Bank
Moderator
Madhavi Pundit
Economist, Macroeconomics Research Division
Economic Research and Regional Cooperation Department
Asian Development Bank
Panelists
Matteo Lanzafame
Senior Economist, Macroeconomics Research Division
Economic Research and Regional Cooperation Department
Asian Development Bank
Dulce Zara
Senior Regional Cooperation Officer, Regional Cooperation and Operations Coordination Division
Southeast Asia Department
Asian Development Bank