Leveraging Governance for Institution Building: Lessons from Nepal
ADB’s experience in Nepal paves the way to support implementing similar reforms in other fragile Asian countries.
Cost-Sharing Can Be the Solution for Small-Town Water Supply Services
There is clear potential for replication and scaling up this model across developing Asia.
New Technology Helping Rebuild Nepal’s Quake-Hit Schools Better, and Faster
Effective project implementation demands real-time monitoring of construction progress and quality in the field.
5 Ways to Make Textbooks Relevant in a Digital World
Even as developing countries catch up on digital learning, the good old physical textbook should have a key role.
Taking Power Trading to the Next Level in South Asia
Bilateral power trading deals among SASEC countries should gradually expand. A single interconnected power market would be a clear win for the subregion.
Preparing (Financially) for Disasters in Nepal
Disaster-prone countries should get ahead of the curve and set aside funds for disasters – before they happen.
Solar Energy to Power Electric Vehicles in Lumbini, Nepal
A new ADB clean transport project will help the holy city realize its full potential for sustainable tourism.
Embracing a New Life Through a Change in Livelihood in Nepal
Thousands of poor Nepalis are benefiting from livelihoods skills training provided by an ADB-supported program.
Why We Should Invest in Secondary Education in Nepal
Human capital development is an important lever to support Nepal’s vision to graduate from the least developed country level by 2022.
Inclusive Irrigation is Transforming Nepal’s Rural Areas
Small farmers, even women and those belonging to the Dalit caste and ethnic minorities, are beginning to participate in the management of water users’ associations in parts of Nepal.