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| 01.10.2024 | ADB to Invest $25 Million in Certified Climate Bond for Climate Financing in India | NEW DELHI, INDIA (1 October 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will invest $25 million in a certified climate bond issue by Vivriti Capital Limited (VCL), the first such bond issued by a medium-sized nonbank financial company in India... |
| 01.10.2024 | ADB to Spur Low-Carbon Transition in PRC Industrial Parks | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (1 October 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $200 million loan equivalent to enhance low-carbon transition investments and climate-resilient development in industrial parks in the the People’s Repub... |
| 01.10.2024 | ADB Approves $47 Million Loan to Help Digitalize Azerbaijan’s Railways | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (1 October 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today approved a $47 million loan that will help Azerbaijan digitalize its railway system, enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the country’s railway ne... |
| 30.09.2024 | ADB Approves $30 Million Financing to Strengthen Climate Resilience in Nepal | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (30 September 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $30 million financing package to improve climate resilience, water resources management, and livelihoods of communities in Karnali and Sudurpashchim p... |
| 29.09.2024 | Israel Becomes 69th Member of Asian Development Bank | Israel officially joined the Asian Development Bank (ADB) as its 69th member and 20th nonregional member on Thursday, after fulfilling all necessary membership requirements.
Israel submitted its application for ADB membership in January 202... |
| 27.09.2024 | Transitioning Towards a Greener Future: The Role of Transition Credits and Collaborative Action in Asia | In the heart of New York City, the annual Climate Week NYC unfolded like a vibrant tapestry of ideas and innovation. This year, ACEN, a key player in the energy sector, took center stage. The company’s participation highlighted a crucial el... |
| 27.09.2024 | Rockefeller Foundation Announces AsiaXchange 2024: A Blueprint for Asia's Green & Resilient Future | BANGKOK, Sept. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With the general debate of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly underway, The Rockefeller Foundation announced that it will be hosting AsiaXchange 2024 next week (October 1-3, 2024)... |
| 26.09.2024 | ACEN joins Climate Week NYC to highlight crucial role of transition credits in early coal retirement | NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ACEN, the Ayala group's listed energy platform, joined this year's Climate Week NYC, the biggest annual climate event of its kind, with leaders from the world of business, tech, politics, academia an... |
| 26.09.2024 | Saatvik Solar taps offshore lenders, PE firms for $263 mn funding | India's Saatvik Solar is in talks with international lenders to fund its 22 billion rupees ($263 million) expansion plan over the next two years, its chief financial officer Abani Jha said on Thursday.
The company, which owns 3.8 gigawatt (... |
| 24.09.2024 | Electric Dreams and Real Estate: India’s Economic Pulse | India is on the move. The economy is buzzing with activity, driven by electric mobility and real estate ventures. Recent developments reveal a landscape ripe for growth, innovation, and investment. JBM Ecolife Mobility is leading the charge... |
| 23.09.2024 | JBM Ecolife Secures $100 Million Funding
Inorbit Malls acquires retail property in Hubballi
Phoenix Mills’ arm Casper Realty wins bid for prime plots in Mohali
Jindal plans Rs 1,500 cr investment to e... | ECONOMY & POLICY JBM Ecolife Secures $100 Million Funding
23 Sep 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
Haryana-based JBM Ecolife Mobility has successfully secured $100 million in funding from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Asian Infrastruct... |
| 20.09.2024 | Climate Finance by Multilateral Development Banks Hits Record in 2023 | MANILA, PHILIPPINES (20 September 2024) — Multilateral development banks (MDBs) announced today that their global climate finance reached a record high of $125 billion in 2023. The combined total last year from institutions, including the A... |
| 19.09.2024 | Increasing credit limit to $100 million, HDBank and Proparco promote climate finance and 2X Challenge initiative | HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 September 2024 – The Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank – HOSE: HDB) and Proparco, the private sector financing arm of Agence Française de Développement ... |
| 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 | 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... |
| 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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| 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 | ‘No brainer’: Thailand to become second in Southeast Asia to tax carbon emissions | Listen to this article
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| 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... |
| 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
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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 | 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... |
| 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... |
| 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 | 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 | 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 | 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... |
| 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 | 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... |
| 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 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 | 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... |
| 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... |
| 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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| 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 | 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... |
| 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... |
| 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 | 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... |
| 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, ... |
| 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 | ADB to give $2.6 billion in sovereign lending to India
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) pledged $2.6 billion in sovereign lending to India during 2023 for diverse projects. This financial ... |
| 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... |
| 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 | 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... |
| 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... |
| 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 | 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 ... |
| 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... |
| 17.05.2024 | For PM Wong, sustaining SG’s position as top tech hub calls for tough choices | Premium Content
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