Books
This book is a history of the Asian Development Bank, a multilateral development bank established 50 years ago to serve Asia and the Pacific. It focuses on the region’s economic development, the evolution of the international development agenda, and the story of ADB itself.
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The Sustainability of Asia’s Debt: Problems, Policies, and Practices
This edited book explores debt accumulation in Asia and discusses policy recommendations.
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Harnessing Digitalization for Sustainable Economic Development: Insights for Asia
Digital transformation can raise the productive capacities of economies in Asia, helping to enhance trade, financial inclusion, and firm competitiveness.
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Managing the Development of Digital Marketplaces in Asia
This book examines the scope, potential benefits, and challenges of digital platforms in Asia and the Pacific. It proposes measures and policies to help maximize social and economic gains while alleviating adverse effects.
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Bangladesh Climate and Disaster Risk Atlas: Exposures, Vulnerabilities, and Risks—Volume II
This Atlas is composed of Hazards—Volume I and Exposures, Vulnerabilities, and Risks—Volume II containing spatial information and thematic maps for assessing development in the agriculture and water sectors.
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Bangladesh Climate and Disaster Risk Atlas: Hazards—Volume I
This Atlas is composed of Hazards—Volume I and Exposures, Vulnerabilities, and Risks—Volume II containing spatial information and thematic maps for assessing development in the agriculture and water sectors.
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Reflections on 30 Years of the Asian Development Bank Administrative Tribunal
This publication presents essays written by judges and international experts in labor mediation and arbitration in celebration of the 30th anniversary of ADB’s Administrative Tribunal.
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Redefining Strategic Routes to Financial Resilience in ASEAN+3
This book explores how regional financial cooperation could support greater financial resilience in ASEAN+3 amid rapid economic and financial development and technological change.
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The Asian Development Bank’s Knowledge Management in Action: Vision, Learning, and Collaboration
This book tells ADB’s knowledge management journey over the decades and highlights its evolving role as a key provider of technical advice, valuable information, and profound understanding in and about Asia and the Pacific.
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Nonperforming Loans in Asia and Europe—Causes, Impacts, and Resolution Strategies
This book traces trends in nonperforming loans (NPLs) during and after financial crises in Asia and Europe. It examines the impact of high NPLs, compares the effectiveness of resolution strategies, and explores policy considerations.
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Хөгжлийн төлөө хамтдаа: Монгол Улс-Азийн Хөгжлийн Банкны 30 жилийн хамтын ажиллагаа
Энэхүү бүтээлээр өнгөрсөн 30 жилийн хугацаанд Монгол Улсад өрнөсөн гайхамшигт өөрчлөлт шинэчлэл, Азийн Хөгжлийн Банк болон хөгжлийн бусад түншүүдтэй хамтдаа хүрсэн ололт амжилтыг толилуулж байна.