Manisha Pradhananga

Economist, Economic Research and Regional Cooperation Department, ADB

Manisha is an economist interested in energy, agriculture, and climate change issues. Prior to ADB, she was Assistant Professor of Economics at Knox College, USA. Manisha has a PhD in Economics from University of Massachusetts, Amherst and bachelor’s degree from Mount Holyoke College, USA.

Asia’s Eating Habits are Changing and the Environmental Impact Could be Huge

These charts illustrate the environmental impact of agriculture in Asia and the need to move toward sustainable and healthy diets that are also environmentally friendly and affordable.

Manisha Pradhananga, Daryll Naval

Quick action by governments is needed to keep people fed during the pandemic. Photo: ADB

The Pandemic has Left Millions in Asia Struggling for Food

COVID-19 has resulted in broad impacts on food security in Asia. Policymakers must respond quickly and aggressively to these challenges to avert long-term damage from this emerging crisis.

Manisha Pradhananga, Matteo Lanzafame, Irfan A. Qureshi