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| 17.09.2024 | ADB President Visits Pakistan, Discusses Economic Recovery and Reforms | ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN (16 September 2024) — Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masatsugu Asakawa and Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari met today to discuss the government’s economic recovery and reforms and ADB’s continuing partnership ... |
| 17.09.2024 | JBM Ecolife Secures USD 100 Mn from ADB and AIIB to Drive Electric Bus Expansion The fresh capital will be used for expanding the supply and operation of electric buses across multiple states in India... | JBM Ecolife Mobility, a subsidiary of JBM Auto and a player in India's electric bus mobility and EV ecosystem, has secured USD 100 million in funding from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).... |
| 13.09.2024 | ADB approves $100 million loan for Sri Lanka water sector reforms
BPRL, IOCL JV secures first full production concession in Abu Dhabi
UN Warns of 300% Mineral Demand Spike, Urges Supply Chain Reforms
... | WATER & WASTE ADB approves $100 million loan for Sri Lanka water sector reforms
13 Sep 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $100 million policy-based loan to support reforms in Sri Lanka's water supply... |
| 11.09.2024 | Humble Sustainability: Pioneering the Circular Economy in Southeast Asia | In a world drowning in electronic waste, Humble Sustainability emerges as a beacon of hope. This Philippines-based climate tech startup is on a mission to transform how businesses handle their discarded technology. With a recent pre-Series ... |
| 10.09.2024 | Humble Sustainability Secures Strategic Investment from ADB Ventures to Drive Expansion Across Southeast Asia | MANILA, Philippines, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Humble Sustainability ("Humble"), a Philippines-based climate tech startup, has announced a significant milestone in its journey towards creating a circular economy in Southeast ... |
| 06.09.2024 | ADB Sharpens Strategic Focus, Increases Support for Key Priorities | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (6 September 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an ambitious new road map to guide its evolution and scale up its support on key challenges facing Asia and the Pacific, including accelerated efforts to... |
| 06.09.2024 | ADB Supports Climate and Disaster Resilience in Vanuatu | PORT VILA, VANUATU (6 September 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) joined the Government of Vanuatu in a groundbreaking ceremony to start the construction of a multipurpose emergency shelter—a key component of the Greater Port Vila Ur... |
| 05.09.2024 | ADB Boosts Support for Inclusive and Resilient Growth in New Philippines Country Partnership Strategy | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (5 September 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched a new country partnership strategy (CPS) that sets a transformative agenda for the Philippines in the next 6 years. It is designed to ensure that growth ... |
| 02.09.2024 | ADB Approves $93.6 Million Financing to Support 'WASH' Services in Rural Cambodia | PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA (2 September 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved $93.6 million in loans and grants to improve and expand climate-resilient and inclusive rural water supply, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities for 88... |
| 28.08.2024 | Bangladesh's Economic Tightrope: Interest Rates on the Rise Amidst Political Turmoil | Bangladesh is at a crossroads. The central bank is set to raise interest rates to 9% in a bid to combat soaring inflation. This decision comes on the heels of political unrest that has sent shockwaves through the economy. Inflation has reac... |
| 22.08.2024 | Bangladesh to hike interest rates to 9% in coming days to tame inflation, cbank chief tells BBC | Asian MarketsBangladesh to hike interest rates to 9% in coming days to tame inflation, cbank chief tells BBC
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| 22.08.2024 | Climate Change Response in Asia and Pacific Held Back by Insufficient Data | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (22 August 2024) — Policy makers in Asia and the Pacific are struggling to collect and analyze the data they need to effectively respond to climate change, hampering efforts in a region considered the world’s most vulner... |
| 22.08.2024 | European Contractors, Suppliers, and Consultants Road Shows | Description
The Asian Development Bank acknowledges that the global construction industry is facing many challenges that will impact the participation in and pricing of large-scale ADB funded infrastructure projects. The continued effects o... |
| 21.08.2024 | ADB to Help Strengthen Resilience of Rural Women in Tajikistan | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (21 August 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $17.5 million grant to help improve women’s agricultural skills and boost food security in Tajikistan.
The Resilient Livelihoods and Empowerment of Rural... |
| 19.08.2024 | ADB Urges Metro Rail to Explore Non-Fare Revenue Options
Kochi Water Metro: Mattancherry Service Launching in October
Mumbai Metro 3 Phase 1 Launch by September
Delhi Metro Phase 4 to Feature Platform... | RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL ADB Urges Metro Rail to Explore Non-Fare Revenue Options
19 Aug 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has found that metro rail companies in India can significantly enhance their financial sustai... |
| 19.08.2024 | India’s Fourth Partner Energy raised $275 M equity investment from IFC-ADB-DEG consortium | International Finance Corporation (IFC), Asian Development Bank (ADB), and DEG—global impact investors—have announced a $275 million investment in Fourth Partner Energy (FPEL), the top platform for renewable energy solutions in India.
ADB w... |
| 13.08.2024 | IFC, ADB Consortium Invests $275 Million in Fourth Partner Energy
BEML Plans to Export Vande Bharat Metro Trains
Metro Depot for Driverless Trains Planned in Chennai
Major Cement Companies Report Volu... | POWER & RENEWABLE ENERGY IFC, ADB Consortium Invests $275 Million in Fourth Partner Energy
13 Aug 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
A consortium led by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has invested ... |
| 12.08.2024 | Navigating the Financial Landscape: New Leadership at Modulus Alternatives and Miscommunication in Nigerian Funding | In the ever-evolving world of finance, clarity is paramount. Recent developments in India and Nigeria highlight the importance of accurate information and strategic leadership. Modulus Alternatives, a key player in India’s private credit se... |
| 12.08.2024 | 2024 E-Learning Course on Decentralization, Local Governance, and Localizing SDGs in Asia and the Pacific Opening Session | Description
The virtual Opening Session marks the start of the 2024 E-Learning Course on Decentralization, Local Governance, and Localizing SDGs in Asia and the Pacific. The session aims to orient ADB staff and government officials from Dev... |
| 12.08.2024 | Modulus Alternatives Announces the Appointment of Two New Directors to its Board | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Modulus Alternatives, an established alternative asset manager in private credit, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Alok Agarwal (former CFO, Reliance Industries) as a Non-Executive Director and Mr. Ra... |
| 08.08.2024 | A Green Surge: $275 Million Investment Fuels Fourth Partner Energy's Ambitions | In a bold move to reshape the renewable energy landscape, a consortium led by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), along with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Germany's Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft (DEG), ... |
| 07.08.2024 | IFC, ADB, and DEG Inject USD 275 Mn into Fourth Partner Energy for Renewable Expansion This strategic consortium aims to accelerate FPEL's ambitious expansion plans, which include a target portfolio o... | IFC, ADB, and DEG have announced a substantial investment of USD 275 million (approximately INR 2,280 crore) into Fourth Partner Energy Ltd (FPEL), a leading renewable energy solutions platform.
According to the company statement, this stra... |
| 06.08.2024 | Consortium of new investors backs TPG-owned green player Fourth Partner Energy | (L-R) Vivek Subramanian and Saif Dhorajiwala, founders-directors, Fourth Partner Energy
A consortium comprising three marquee global investors has backed TPG-owned renewable energy major Fourth Partner Energy with an investment of $275 mill... |
| 06.08.2024 | IFC-ADB consortium invests $275M in Fourth Partner Energy
Recommended Stories For You | IFC, ADB and DEG on Tuesday announced an investment of $275 million (about Rs 2,280 crore) into renewable energy solutions platform Fourth Partner Energy Ltd (FPEL).
The consortium's investment will infuse capital to fund FPEL's business ex... |
| 31.07.2024 | ADB's $200 Million Investment: A Game Changer for Nagpur's Transport Connectivity | The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has stepped up to the plate with a significant $200 million loan aimed at transforming Nagpur's transport landscape. This investment is not just a financial boost; it’s a lifeline for a city grappling with r... |
| 30.07.2024 | Acclime unveils new commercial leadership structure for next phase of growth | SINGAPORE, July 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Acclime, providing businesses with corporate, governance and advisory services globally, is proud to announce a new regional commercial leadership structure which sets the foundation for the next sta... |
| 30.07.2024 | ‘No brainer’: Thailand to become second in Southeast Asia to tax carbon emissions | Listen to this article
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| 29.07.2024 | ADB allots $200 million aid to expand transport connectivity in Nagpur
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29 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $200 million loan to expand metro rail corridors and improve tra... |
| 26.07.2024 | Annual Conference on Indonesia Economic Development (ACIED) 2024: The Best Recipe for Indonesia to Escape Middle Income Trap and to Reach High-Income Status by 2045 | Agenda Click to view Time of Event
8:00-13:00 (local time); 10.00-15.00 (Tokyo time) Summary
With the recent election in March 2024, a new government under President-elect Prabowo Subianto is preparing to take office in an Indonesia still e... |
| 25.07.2024 | The Dual Edge of Progress: Intel's AI Innovations and Vietnam's Economic Struggles**
** | ** In the world of technology, Intel stands as a titan. Its recent partnership with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) showcases a bold vision. The goal? To make artificial intelligence (AI) accessible to developers and athletes alik... |
| 22.07.2024 | India Boosts Rooftop Solar with $240.5 Million ADB Funding
CNH India marks production milestone: 700,000 tractors in Greater Noida
Ecom Express strengthens leadership team
Railway Board Approves Eleva... | POWER & RENEWABLE ENERGY India Boosts Rooftop Solar with $240.5 Million ADB Funding
22 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
India is set to significantly enhance its rooftop solar capacity with a substantial $240.5 million funding from the Asian... |
| 22.07.2024 | ADB Partners with KEGOC to Enhance Kazakhstan’s Power Grid, Enabling Large-Scale Renewable Power Distribution | ASTANA, KAZAKHSTAN (19 July 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Kazakhstan Electricity Grid Operating Company (KEGOC) have signed a financing deal worth 58.2 billion tenge (around $123 million) to expand the high-voltage transm... |
| 19.07.2024 | Indian Railways and MMRDA: Pioneering Innovation and Infrastructure Development in India | In a dynamic landscape of progress and development, Indian Railways and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) stand out as beacons of innovation and infrastructure advancement in India. These two entities are at the f... |
| 19.07.2024 | Road Safety Improvements in India: A Step in the Right Direction | In the realm of road safety, every adjustment counts. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) recently made a crucial move to enhance safety on the Thoppur Ghat road in Tamil Nadu. By adjusting the alignment of the road over a one-k... |
| 19.07.2024 | ADB Boosts India's Solar Power with $240.5M Loan | The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a hefty loan of $240.5 million to support the expansion of rooftop solar systems in India. This funding is a crucial step towards enhancing the country's renewable energy capacity and reducing i... |
| 19.07.2024 | Embracing a Green Future: The Renewable Energy Revolution in India | In the vast landscape of India, a revolution is quietly unfolding - a revolution powered by renewable energy. Companies like Waaree Renewable Technologies, NLC India, and L&T are at the forefront of this movement, making significant str... |
| 19.07.2024 | Tata Power and Indian Oil Corp Lead Renewable Energy Revolution | Tata Power and Indian Oil Corp are at the forefront of India's renewable energy revolution, with ambitious plans and innovative technologies shaping the future of clean energy production. Tata Power's investment of Rs.200 billion in renewab... |
| 19.07.2024 | K?taka Revenue Minister Cites "Unscientific" NHAI Work for NH 66 Landslide
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in... | ROADS & HIGHWAYS K?taka Revenue Minister Cites "Unscientific" NHAI Work for NH 66 Landslide
19 Jul 2024 3 Min Read CW Team
Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, asserted that the landslide at Shrirur was caused by ?unscientific... |
| 19.07.2024 | Work on 7-km undersea Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project starts
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM ... | RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL Work on 7-km undersea Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project starts
19 Jul 2024 4 Min Read CW Team
Construction has begun on India?s first seven-kilometer undersea rail tunnel, which is part of the 21-kilometer long... |
| 19.07.2024 | NHAI Fixes Thoppur Ghat Road Curve in Tamil Nadu, Drivers Relieved
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM ... | ROADS & HIGHWAYS NHAI Fixes Thoppur Ghat Road Curve in Tamil Nadu, Drivers Relieved
19 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
To enhance safety, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has adjusted the alignment of Thoppur Ghat road over a... |
| 19.07.2024 | ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets | ECONOMY & POLICY ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
19 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has sanctioned a loan of $ 240.5 million to fund rooftop solar systems in India, supporting the gov... |
| 19.07.2024 | Commentary: Political upheaval in Vietnam is holding its economy back | SYDNEY: Vietnam in many ways seems the belle of the ball in Southeast Asia. Economically it has been amongst the top beneficiaries as multinational firms and supply chains look to diversify out of China.
And that’s because in part geo-strat... |
| 19.07.2024 | MMRDA Suggests Missing Link to Ease Traffic at BKC One Junction
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM OKs... | ECONOMY & POLICY MMRDA Suggests Missing Link to Ease Traffic at BKC One Junction
19 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has proposed a new link designed to alleviate traffic congestio... |
| 18.07.2024 | Sembcorp Industries Initiates Rs 360 Bn TN Project
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM OKs Rs 17.40 bn ... | ECONOMY & POLICY Sembcorp Industries Initiates Rs 360 Bn TN Project
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
Sembcorp Industries has commenced a monumental project in Tamil Nadu, marking a substantial investment of Rs 3600 billion. This initiativ... |
| 18.07.2024 | Waaree Renewable Technologies Secures Rs 900 Mn Solar Power Project
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM... | POWER & RENEWABLE ENERGY Waaree Renewable Technologies Secures Rs 900 Mn Solar Power Project
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
Waaree Renewable Technologies has successfully secured a Rs 900 million project to establish a solar power plant... |
| 18.07.2024 | Indian Oil Corp Receives Bids for Green Hydrogen Plant
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM OKs Rs 17.40... | OIL & GAS Indian Oil Corp Receives Bids for Green Hydrogen Plant
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has received two bids for establishing a green hydrogen plant, marking a significant step in India's renewable ... |
| 18.07.2024 | NITI Aayog Proposes 60% Local Sourcing for Wind Energy Plants
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM OKs R... | POWER & RENEWABLE ENERGY NITI Aayog Proposes 60% Local Sourcing for Wind Energy Plants
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
NITI Aayog has proposed a policy requiring wind energy projects in India to source at least 60% of their components lo... |
| 18.07.2024 | L&T Acquires Land at Kandla Port for Green Power Projects
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM OKs R... | PORTS & SHIPPING L&T Acquires Land at Kandla Port for Green Power Projects
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has acquired land at Kandla Port to develop export-oriented green power projects, marking a stra... |
| 18.07.2024 | Birla Estates Acquires 5-Acre Gurugram Land for Luxury Housing
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM OKs ... | Real Estate Birla Estates Acquires 5-Acre Gurugram Land for Luxury Housing
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
Birla Estates, a prominent player in the real estate sector, has acquired a strategic 5-acre land parcel in Gurugram for developing lu... |
| 18.07.2024 | Mumbai Infrastructure Projects by MMRDA
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM OKs Rs 17.40 bn for road in... | ECONOMY & POLICY Mumbai Infrastructure Projects by MMRDA
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is actively advancing multiple infrastructure projects across Mumbai to address the cit... |
| 18.07.2024 | Indian Railways Backs 23 Innovation Projects by Startups
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM OKs Rs 17.... | RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL Indian Railways Backs 23 Innovation Projects by Startups
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
Indian Railways has embarked on a significant initiative to boost innovation by supporting 23 projects developed by startups a... |
| 18.07.2024 | Tata Power to Invest Rs.200 Bn in Renewable Energy and Distribution
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM... | POWER & RENEWABLE ENERGY Tata Power to Invest Rs.200 Bn in Renewable Energy and Distribution
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
Tata Power, under the leadership of N. Chandrasekaran, has unveiled ambitious plans to invest ?200 billion in bo... |
| 18.07.2024 | NLC India Secures Odisha Coal Mine with 1.38 Billion Tonnes Capacity
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat C... | COAL & MINING NLC India Secures Odisha Coal Mine with 1.38 Billion Tonnes Capacity
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
NLC India Limited has achieved a major milestone by securing a coal mine in Odisha with a substantial capacity of 1.38 bil... |
| 18.07.2024 | ADB Approves $240.5M for India's Rooftop Solar Expansion
HYLENR Unveils Cold Fusion Tech in Hyderabad, Eyes Global Markets
ADB OKs $240.5M Loan for Rooftop Solar Systems in India
Gujarat CM OKs Rs 17.... | POWER & RENEWABLE ENERGY ADB Approves $240.5M for India's Rooftop Solar Expansion
18 Jul 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has allocated $240.5 million in loans to bolster India's rooftop solar sector, aiming to s... |
| 11.07.2024 | Youth Co:Lab Summit 2024 Provides a Platform for Youth from Singapore to Shine on the Regional Stage | The Regional Youth Co:Lab Summit, jointly organized by Citi Foundation and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), positions young people at the forefront to solve the region's most pressing challenges
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| 11.07.2024 | Key Advantages of Expansion to Asian Markets | Share
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Do you look to expand your business to other countries? It looks like you’re on your way to success! You can’t forget about Asia when you’re thinking about foreign markets.
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| 11.07.2024 | Trailblazing Low Carbon Transition for Asia-Pacific Businesses: Cathay United Bank's 2024 Q1 SLL Growth Exceeds 30% YoY | TAIPEI, July 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to climate change, Cathay United Bank has set net-zero targets to reduce environmental, social, and corporate governance risks, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to environmental susta... |
| 05.07.2024 | ADBI Online Training Program: Quantitative Tools for Economic and Policy Research | Registration Form Click to register by the 2 August 2024 deadline Time of Event
13:00 - 17:30 Tokyo Time Summary
Quantitative tools play a crucial role in conducting rigorous analysis in economic and policy research. Economists and policy r... |
| 05.07.2024 | ADB Launches Climate-Finance Program with Thailand’s Climate Change and Environment Department | BANGKOK, THAILAND (5 July 2024) — Asian Development Bank (ADB) Vice-President for East and Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Scott Morris along with ADB Country Director Anouj Mehta launched a new climate finance-focused program in Thailand w... |
| 05.07.2024 | Pandemic Resources and Better Living Conditions Are Key to Tackling Tuberculosis | The resurgence of detected TB infections after the pandemic has revealed persistent challenges in Southeast Asia, where socioeconomic factors exacerbate the disease's prevalence. Innovative strategies, such as AI-assisted detection and inte... |
| 04.07.2024 | AIIB Boosts SeABank with $75 Million Investment in Green and Blue Bonds | HANOI, Vietnam - The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has injected $75 million into the green and blue bonds of Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SeABank). This move aims to fortify SeABank's financial foundation, enabl... |
| 03.07.2024 | How Ship Tracking Technology Can Boost Trade and Economic Growth | Automatic identification system (AIS) data provides valuable insights into maritime trade flows, enabling real-time monitoring and analysis of disruptions to optimize global shipping routes and enhance trade efficiency.
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| 01.07.2024 | AIIB invests US$75 million in green and blue bonds of SeABank | HANOI, Vietnam, July 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) provides an investment of US$75 million to the green and blue bonds issued by Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SeABank, stock code: SSB).
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| 01.07.2024 | AIIB invests US$75 million in green and blue bonds of SeABank | HANOI, Vietnam, July 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) provides an investment of US$75 million to the green and blue bonds issued by Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SeABank, stock code: SSB).
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| 28.06.2024 | ADB to Help Ningbo City Develop into a Low-Carbon Economy | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (28 June 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $200 million loan to promote inclusive, low-carbon, and environmentally sustainable development in Ningbo City, Zhejiang province in the People's Republic ... |
| 28.06.2024 | Hukumonline Launches Comprehensive Law Firm Directory As a Guide for Investment and Business in Indonesia | JAKARTA, Indonesia, June 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amid the dynamic and complex regulatory landscape in Indonesia, the business sector increasingly relies on external legal expertise to navigate various legal challenges. Over the past year, ... |
| 28.06.2024 | Q&A: Trade is Key to Climate Action. How Can Multilateral Development Banks Help Make it Sustainable? | International trade is widely recognized as an important driver of prosperity and development, an engine for economic growth and poverty reduction, and a crucial tool for achieving the global Sustainable Development Goals. The COVID-19 pand... |
| 25.06.2024 | Bluemethane unveils novel tech to capture methane from water | When it comes to methane emissions, most people think of oil, coal, gas and livestock, says Louise Parlons Bentata, co-founder and CEO at UK-based startup Bluemethane. What they often don’t know about, she says, is water.
“Methane emissions... |
| 20.06.2024 | To encourage private sector climate action and nature-based solutions in Asia Pacific, Canada and ADB established $255 M fund | A new trust fund valued at CAD 360 million ($255 million) will be established through a collaboration between the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Canadian government.
The Canadian Climate and Nature Fund for Private Sector in Asia (CAN... |
| 17.06.2024 | Canadian government, ADB launch $255m climate fund for Asia Pacific | The Government of Canada and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have launched a CA$360 million ($255 million) fund to invest in climate- and nature-based projects. |
| 17.06.2024 | Three Ways to Help Tech-Savvy Youth Transform Agriculture in Asia and the Pacific | The future of agriculture hinges on the integration of climate-smart technologies and education. By leveraging artificial intelligence, big data, and innovation, developing countries can turn agricultural challenges into growth opportunitie... |
| 15.06.2024 | To increase financing options for women-owned SMEs in Vietnam, ADB and LPBank signed $80 M loan package | A financing package worth up to $80 million has been signed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Lien Viet Post Joint Stock Commercial Bank (LPBank) to increase financing options for a project involving women-owned small and medium-sized... |
| 10.06.2024 | Investing in Sustainable and Resilient Agrifood Systems Needed for a Food-Secure Asia and the Pacific — ADB’s Independent Evaluation Report | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (10 June2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) needs to prioritize building resilient and sustainable agrifood systems to achieve its objective of becoming a major contributor towards food security in the region, a rep... |
| 06.06.2024 | ADB Signs $5 Million Grant to Help Nauru Improve Fiscal Sustainability | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (6 June 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Nauru have signed a $5 million policy-based grant agreement to help assist Nauru introduce a gender-responsive fiscal sustainability approach aimed a... |
| 03.06.2024 | AI Opportunity Fund by AVPN and Google | AVPN, the largest network of social investors in Asia, announced the launch of the AI Opportunity Fund: Asia-Pacific, with the support of Google.org and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The USD 15-million Fund is a three-year programme to ... |
| 02.06.2024 | Unfazed by foreign rivals, Vietnamese e-bike makers plan expansion | Premium Content
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| 30.05.2024 | Bridging the Gap: AVPN's $15 Million AI Opportunity Fund Empowers Asia-Pacific Workers for the Future | In a groundbreaking move, AVPN, in partnership with Google.org and the Asian Development Bank, has unveiled the AI Opportunity Fund: Asia-Pacific, a bold initiative aimed at revolutionizing the workforce landscape in the region. With a stag... |
| 30.05.2024 | Govt should focus on infra, structural reforms for jobs: ADB's Mio Oka | - |
| 30.05.2024 | Actis set to pocket another LP cheque for Asia climate fund | Premium
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UK-based private equity firm Actis is all set to onboard a multilateral financial institution as a limited partner for its climate-focused fund that invests across Asia-Pacific reg... |
| 30.05.2024 | ADB to give $2.6 billion in sovereign lending to India
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30 May 2024 3 Min Read CW Team
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) pledged $2.6 billion in sovereign lending to India during 2023 for diverse projects. This financial ... |
| 28.05.2024 | $15 M AI Opportunity Fund launched by AVPN with Google.org, ADB support | With the assistance of Google.org and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), AVPN, the largest network of social investors headquartered in Singapore, has announced the opening of the $15 million Artificial Intelligence (AI) Opportunity Fund: As... |
| 27.05.2024 | A Framework for Financing Transport Connectivity in the BIMSTEC Region | Developing an overarching financing framework for BIMSTEC transport connectivity projects involves interventions across five main segments and themes, as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3: Segments and Themes to Develop an Overarching Financing F... |
| 27.05.2024 | AVPN and Google.org Announces USD 15-Million AI Opportunity Fund: Asia-Pacific to Empower Workers in APAC for the AI-Driven Future | The three-year programme aims to contribute to "AI Just Transition" in the workplace through impact organisations and an ecosystem of strategic partners
SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AVPN, the largest network of social i... |
| 24.05.2024 | ADB Strengthens Plastic Marine Debris Reduction Program in Indonesia with $500 Million Loan | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (24 May 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $500 million loan to strengthen Indonesia’s program to reduce plastic marine debris. While a Global Plastic Treaty—an international initiative designed to t... |
| 22.05.2024 | KKR invests in PH higher education group PHINMA | Private equity major KKR has agreed to invest in PHINMA Education, a higher education group based in the Philippines, according to an announcement on Wednesday.
KKR is investing from its Global Impact Fund II, a vehicle that targets compani... |
| 22.05.2024 | Five Steps to Address Mental Health in Asia and the Pacific and Beyond | Mental health disorders, exacerbated by the pandemic, highlight the urgent need for integrated care and increased investment, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Strengthening mental health services and understanding is crucial ... |
| 17.05.2024 | For PM Wong, sustaining SG’s position as top tech hub calls for tough choices | Premium Content
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| 16.05.2024 | As US hikes China tariffs, imports soar from China-reliant Vietnam | Society & EquityHuman RightsChevron
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| 13.05.2024 | WABAG secures repeat order worth $49 million in Nepal | Va Tech WABAG (WABAG), a leading player in the water technology space, has bagged a repeat order of about $49 million from Kathmandu Upatyaka Khanepani Ltd (KUKL).
The scope of the project, funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), includ... |
| 12.05.2024 | India needs to focus on market reforms to achieve double digit growth: ADB | - |
| 07.05.2024 | Asia's Semiconductor Powerhouses Can Thrive in the AI Era | East and Southeast Asia are central to over 80% of the world's semiconductor production, crucial for artificial intelligence advancements and global tech growth. Governments in the region should enact policies that attract foreign direct in... |
| 06.05.2024 | Italy to Host 58th ADB Annual Meeting in 2025 | TBILISI, GEORGIA (6 May 2024) — Italy will host the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) 58th Annual Meeting on 4 to 7 May 2025. The meetings will be held in Milan, marking Italy’s first time to host and the first ADB Annual Meeting in Europe in ... |
| 06.05.2024 | East Ventures backs $2.7m round of Indonesian climate tech startup | GreentechInvestmentsNews
Samreen Ahmad · 1d ago · 1 min readEast Ventures backs $2.7m round of Indonesian climate tech startup
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Jejakin, a climate tech startup based in Indonesia, has raised US$2.7 mi... |
| 05.05.2024 | ADB's Board of Governors approve $1.42 billion in 2023 allocable net income | - |
| 05.05.2024 | India urges ADB not to overlook its focus on growth, shared prosperity | - |
| 05.05.2024 | As Climate Change Transforms Migration, Governments Must Act to Ease Restrictions | Climate-induced disasters are intensifying in Asia and the Pacific, affecting migration and causing economic strain. The need for effective adaptation strategies and international cooperation is urgent as remittances play a vital role in ri... |
| 05.05.2024 | ADB Governors Approve $1.42 Billion in 2023 Allocable Net Income | TBILISI, GEORGIA (5 May 2024) — The Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) today approved the bank’s 2023 financial statements and a $1.42 billion net income allocation from its ordinary capital resources, the highest in ADB... |
| 04.05.2024 | Red Alert: How We Can Help the Millions of Workers Who Toil in Searing Heat | Global warming will drastically alter labor markets, affecting health and productivity, particularly for outdoor workers in agriculture, construction, and manufacturing. By 2050, climate-induced heat stress could force significant changes i... |
| 04.05.2024 | Asian Development Bank Open To Financing India’s Space Sector: VP Bhargav Dasgupta | SUMMARY
India has come out as the bank's fourth largest shareholder and its top borrower since 2010
This comes two months after the Indian government fulfilled a long-standing demand of spacetech startups by liberalising the FDI policy for ... |
| 04.05.2024 | Safeguarding Women’s Health in The Face of Rising Temperatures | Extreme heat has disparate impacts on women's health and broader socio-economic consequences. There is an urgent need for gender-responsive adaptation strategies.
Until recently, billions of people across Asia and the Pacific lived through ... |
