ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty.
Established in 1966, it is owned by 68 members—49 from the region.
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ADB supports projects in developing member countries that create economic and development impact, delivered through both public and private sector operations, advisory services, and knowledge support.
Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) and ADB
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Asian Development Bank and the Lao PDR: Fact Sheet
The Fact Sheets summarize ADB's partnerships with member economies, providing key facts and figures and an overview of activities and future directions.
Asian Development Outlook
The Asian Development Outlook analyzes economic and development issues in developing countries in Asia.
Key Indicators
The Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific publication presents data regarding the economic, financial, social, and environmental situations in a broad range of countries across the region.
Basic Statistics
The Basic Statistics brochure presents data on selected social, economic, and SDG indicators such as population, poverty, annual growth rate of gross domestic product, inflation, and government finance for economies in Asia and the Pacific.