Why developing Asia should not fear technological progress
Even if someday robots are able to do most jobs, the decision to deploy machines will still rest with humans.
3 ways technology can harness the skills of Asia’s older workers
Developing Asia has much to gain from leveraging the talent and experience of its older demographic.
Will new technologies destroy jobs in Asia? New ADB podcast
Over four episodes, our experts discuss the impact of automation on industries and jobs in the region
Will automation create jobs, or destroy them?
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is a challenge, but also an opportunity for the region to create jobs and deepen its hard-won prosperity.
How financial inclusion reduces poverty, income inequality
ADB research shows that access to finance has less impact on poverty rates in lower-middle- and low-income economies.
How can the changing trade landscape reshape global imbalances?
In the future, many Asian economies may not accumulate huge trade surpluses or foreign financial assets as quickly as now.
Globalization and the environment in India
Indian trade liberalization has not directly or substantially affected carbon dioxide emissions.
Opening up in the upper middle-income stage
The People’s Republic of China should learn from the experience of other countries as it continues to open up its economy.
How to address the lack of affordable housing in Asia
Let’s make housing finance accessible to middle- and low-income households that are part of the informal economy.
Fossil fuel subsidies – a harmful government expenditure
Removing fossil fuel subsidies in developing Asia is a win-win for the environment and public finances.