Financing disaster relief through taxation
As natural disasters become more frequent and intense in Asia-Pacific, governments can tap into taxes to finance improved resilience.
Room to play – the missing link in Asian cities
No matter the urban pressures in Asia and Pacific, governments and their partners must provide spaces for communities to play and interact.
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.
5 ways technology is improving governance, public service delivery in developing Asia
India, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand are paving the way for technology to make governance more effective.
When young people come together, the future is less scary
Including youth in the conversation about future jobs will reduce their automation anxiety.
How ICT applications are redefining development
ADB has supported simple, yet transformative e-government solutions in the Maldives and Nepal.
5 ways CSOs can help advance the SDGs
Working in partnership with civil society is critical to effectively implement the 2030 Agenda.
How digital technology can raise tax revenue in Asia-Pacific
Asian economies are gradually making progress in transforming their tax administration in the digital age.
Managing resettlement in PNG: 3 best practices
Here are a few lessons learned about compensation for involuntary resettlement in Papua New Guinea land acquisition.
How Australia and ADB support development across Asia and the Pacific
Australia and ADB share common objectives and interests which provide a basis for strong and lasting collaboration for development, explains Vice-President Stephen Groff.