Let’s make it easier for countries to trade
The World Trade Organization’s Trade Facilitation Agreement provides a roadmap for developing economies to increase trade while also increasing the benefits it provides to their citizens.
Blog posts on "SMEs"
Risky Business: Separating the criminals from the job creators
Criminals must be prevented from using the financial system but misdirected efforts to stop crime can harm small businesses and the jobs they create
How Legal Entity Identifiers will transform small business in Asia
A unique, electronic, standardized ID platform will help Asian SMEs expand operations, join supply chains, and access credit.
Next generation of quality development, investment in new TPP
There’s more to the revised mega regional Pacific Rim trade agreement than the US withdrawal.
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.
Pacific needs a voice in international arbitration
The region cannot afford further delays on legal reforms to lure much-needed foreign investment.
Shaping Asia’s fintech future
For Asia to assume global leadership in fintech, collaboration between governments and industry players is vital.
Trade finance gaps continue despite fintech breakthroughs
While trade and finance are changing dramatically, trade finance is shifting more slowly. What does this mean for SMEs?
How to turn blockchain fintech hype into reality
Blockchain fintech needs basic infrastructure to promote transparency and financial inclusion. Here are 3 ways this can be done.
How Southeast Asia can maximize e-commerce opportunities
Social media is a potential game-changer for online sales in Southeast Asia’s nascent e-commerce market.