The Indian Giant Has Arrived | by Mohamed A. El-Erian & Michael Spence - Project Syndicate
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China’s exports to Central Asia are booming: Central Asia is becoming one of Eurasia’s main trade and transit hubs, with Kazakhstan in the forefront ...
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The Indian Giant Has Arrived | by Mohamed A. El-Erian & Michael Spence - Project Syndicate
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Sustainable bond market posts strong growth in ASEAN+3 economies, says Asian Development Bank
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/24/sustainable-bond-market-posts-strong-growth-in-asean3-economies-says-asian-development-bank
The giant has arrived: India’s rise as a global power creates a tightrope of domestic and international aspects
financialexpress.com/opinion/the-giant-has-arrived-indias-rise-as-a-global-power-creates-a-tightrope-of-domestic-and-international-aspects/3437524/
How can Bangladesh manage its external debt?: The mounting debt servicing obligations also threaten to exacerbate the strain on the country's low foreign ...
thedailystar.net/opinion/views/macro-mirror/news/how-can-bangladesh-manage-its-external-debt-3575536
Window for easy loans narrowing: Bangladesh's access to cheap loans is closing in with its rising per capita income, making foreign borrowing costlier.
thedailystar.net/business/economy/news/window-easy-loans-narrowing-3573466
Projects that destroyed three forests: Discover the devastating impact of projects that destroyed three forests in Bangladesh. Learn how social forestry ...
en.prothomalo.com/environment/nsuetkperk
ADB launches new partnership strategy for Georgia: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) launched a new country partnership strategy (CPS) for Georgia that will help ...
georgiatoday.ge/adb-launches-new-partnership-strategy-for-georgia/
FM meets ADB vice prez, urges to become partner in development agenda: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday met Asian Development Bank's new ...
business-standard.com/economy/news/fm-meets-adb-vice-prez-urges-to-become-partner-in-development-agenda-124031800832_1.html
Corridor-led Industrial Development in Andhra Pradesh: Andhra Pradesh is India’s only state that is home to three industrial corridors: Visakhapatnam-Chennai ...
financialexpress.com/sponsored/corridor-led-industrial-development-in-andhra-pradesh/3425169/
Flood control in Gopalganj, Madaripur: ADB approves US $71 million loan: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a US $71 million loan to improve flood ...
thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/news/flood-control-gopalganj-madaripur-adb-approves-us-71-million-loan-3566136
Asian lender ADB to raise share of climate loans to 55% by 2030: TOKYO -- The Asian Development Bank intends to allocate 55% of its financing toward addressing ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Environment/Climate-Change/Asian-lender-ADB-to-raise-share-of-climate-loans-to-55-by-2030
EU carbon border tax will do little to cut emissions, says ADB study: A European Union plan to impose tariffs on high-carbon imports could hurt developing ...
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Slow Suffocation in Central Asia: A lack of political will on the part of Central Asian governments prevents the region from dealing seriously with its air ...
thediplomat.com/2024/02/slow-suffocation-in-central-asia/
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First Bulacan, now NAIA: San Miguel-led group will operate Philippines’ main airport
rappler.com/business/san-miguel-led-group-will-operate-ninoy-aquino-international-airport/
Headlights are blinding us. Here’s why it’s mostly an American problem: Imagine if you could drive at night with your high beams on all the time ...
cnn.com/2024/02/15/cars/headlights-tech-adaptable-high-beams-cars/
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International connections: Haruhiko Kuroda (28): Through my work at the Japanese Ministry of Finance, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Bank of Japan ...
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[Vantage Point] BDO lifts NAIA rehab: Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista says BDO chairperson Teresita Tan Sy-Coson's generous guarantee has given his ...
rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/vantage-point-bdo-lifts-naia-rehabilitation/
Trouble Inventing Paradise: Beijing-Based Development Bank Faces Inflection Point as Concerns Mount Over ‘New Bali’ Project
time.com/6590390/mandalika-indonesia-aiib-development-concerns/
Equal participation of men, women needed for country’s overall development: PM Hasina
en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/fttytbc0kj
Sindh planning to build 250,000 houses with ADB's support: KARACHI: In a bid to facilitate the flood victims, the Sindh government has sought the Asian ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1165963-sindh-to-build-250000-houses-with-adbs-support
International connections: Haruhiko Kuroda (28): Through my work at the Japanese Ministry of Finance, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Bank of Japan ...
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Leading the Asian Development Bank: Haruhiko Kuroda (20): On Feb. 1, 2005, I took office as the eighth president of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) ...
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IMF returns to Papua New Guinea after a stormy past: Prime Minister James Marape says the IMF is working with PNG not dictating policy to it.
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Finance minister terms cut in trade deficit positive development: KARACHI: Caretaker Finance Minister Dr. Shamshad Akhtar on Saturday said that the health of the ...
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Strategy 2020 at the ADB: Haruhiko Kuroda (21): As the Asian Development Bank (ADB) developed a strategy for regional integration, a great deal of attention was ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/My-Personal-History/Haruhiko-Kuroda/Strategy-2020-at-the-ADB-Haruhiko-Kuroda-21
Roadmap for banking reforms: Old wine in a new bottle?: In February 2019, the central bank lowered the timeframe to three years from five years ...
thedailystar.net/opinion/views/the-overton-window/news/roadmap-banking-reforms-old-wine-new-bottle-3552946
$7b pledged in foreign funds: When Bangladesh is facing a reserve squeeze, it has received fresh commitments for $7.2 billion in loans from global lenders in the ...
thedailystar.net/business/economy/news/7b-pledged-foreign-funds-3553186
San Miguel’s group wins bid for NAIA. What’s next?: Expected improvements, possible fee increases, and other issues that may stand in the way?
rappler.com/business/san-miguel-group-wins-bid-naia-rehabilitation-operation-what-next/
The rapid growth of Bangladesh's economy, and what comes after: Growth has been the constant in the journey of the Bangladesh economy over the last two decades ...
thedailystar.net/anniversary-supplement-2024/bangladesh-the-world-stage/news/the-rapid-growth-bangladeshs-economy-and-what-comes-after-3543361
Thai coal leader Banpu boosts EV shift with $67m ADB loan: Funds to target electric tuk-tuks and charging stations as public transport goes green
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Bangladesh recovering from economic crisis: finance minister: "Many people say Bangladesh has become bankrupt, but a big country like ours won't become bankrupt ...
thedailystar.net/business/news/bangladesh-recovering-economic-crisis-finance-minister-3542071
ADB commits record climate finance of almost US$10b in 2023: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) committed a record amount of climate finance in 2023 to help its ...
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Laos is getting a handle on its debt: Soulivath Souvannachoumkham is director general of the public debt management department of the Ministry of Finance of the ...
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Building a sustainable future through an Asean ‘Green Deal’: [email protected] years ago, the European Union (EU) set a commitment to achieve ...
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Panic engulfs govt as ADB threatens to suspend funding
The Physical Infrastructure Committee has summoned Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and the finance minister ... Show more
LOOK: How hard discount grocery DALI wins over value shoppers: The fast-sprouting hard discount grocery, which banks on Filipinos’ desire for cheap finds ...
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Pressure of foreign debt payment mounts amid dollar crisis: Amid the ongoing dollar crisis, the pressure of foreign debt payment is mounting as Bangladesh ...
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City roads funding: Parliament summons KCCA leadership
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has directed a House committee to intervene in a ... Show more
Gas supply to improve in a day or two: State minister: Get the latest update on gas supply in Chattogram and Dhaka! State minister Nasrul Hamid assures ...
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Budget 2024 | The rise of Northeast with Assam’s massive economic corridors – Analysing the progress and implications of mega projects
financialexpress.com/budget/budget-2024-the-rise-of-northeast-with-assams-massive-economic-corridors-analysing-the-progress-and-implications-of-mega-projectsnbsp-3372786/
Ariana DeBose & Bella Ramsey Hug It Out at Emmys After 'Sing' Joke: Ariana DeBose seems to have buried the hatchet with Bella Ramsey -- who made a joke at her ...
tmz.com/2024/01/16/ariana-debose-bella-ramsey-hug-emmys-actors-who-cant-sing-joke/
Hasina's return as PM was needed: ADB's country director: Asian Development Bank Country Director Edimon Ginting today said Sheikh Hasina's return as prime ...
thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/diplomacy/news/hasinas-return-pm-was-needed-adbs-country-director-3521751
World Bank, ADB promise more support but call for reforms: Both the World Bank and Asian Development Bank (ADB) have assured that they will continue supporting ...
thedailystar.net/business/economy/news/world-bank-adb-promise-more-support-call-reforms-3522686
The many faces and deprivations of poverty: The Asian Development Bank’s 2023 report, “Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific,” explains the persistently ...
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ADB signs $160 mln loan agreement with Bangladesh to upgrade power network: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on Tuesday it had signed a $160 million loan ...
reuters.com/business/energy/adb-signs-160-mln-loan-agreement-with-bangladesh-upgrade-power-network-2024-01-02/
Quick Glance: Over 100 Killed in 'Terrorist Attacks' near Tomb of Iranian Guards' Soleimani
- Two explosions at ceremony in Kerman, Iran, kill over 100 and injure many more.
- Iranian officials blame unspecified 'terrorists' for remotely detonated explosive attacks.
- At least 103 dead and 211 injured; one of the worst attacks in Iran.
- Cemetery evacuated and closed; Iran threatens strong response to the crimes.
3 Economic Stories in ASEAN to Watch in 2024: Last 2023, the coming year is likely to be a busy one for Southeast Asia on the economic front.
thediplomat.com/2024/01/3-economic-stories-in-asean-to-watch-in-2024/
Lanka needs to stick to IMF programme to overcome crisis: Central bank guv: Sri Lanka's bankrupt economy has "no alternative" but to stick to the current USD 2 ...
business-standard.com/world-news/lanka-needs-to-stick-to-imf-programme-to-overcome-crisis-central-bank-guv-123123000275_1.html
Pakistan’s current economic model is not working: World Bank: Pakistan's current economic model is not working since it has fallen behind its peers ...
indianexpress.com/article/world/pakistans-current-economic-model-world-bank-9086251/
Japan is a cuddlier friend to South-East Asia than America or China : Relations between Japan and ASEAN are entering a new era
economist.com/asia/2023/12/14/japan-is-a-cuddlier-friend-to-south-east-asia-than-america-or-china
Quick Glance: Japan's Trusted Partnership in Southeast Asia
- Japan plays a vital role as a rich power with strong ties, offering capital, technology, and aid in Southeast Asia.
- Japanese direct investment in ASEAN countries totals $198 billion, surpassing China's $106 billion, but behind the US with $209 billion.
- Japan is considered the most trusted external partner of the region.
- The power dynamic between Japan and ASEAN members is shifting, leading to increased competition for influence and security concerns.
Up to $2.1 billion in funding for the construction of the Bataan–Cavite Interlink Bridge has been approved by the Asian Development Bank.
In Uzbekistan, Residents Complain of Poor Quality in Rural Housing Projects : Affordable housing projects funded by foreign investment are an important ...
thediplomat.com/2023/12/in-uzbekistan-residents-complain-of-poor-quality-in-rural-housing-projects/
The Asian Development Bank will lend the Philippines P110 billion for the construction of infrastructure that can withstand disasters in the country.
Developing Asia will likely end the year on a brighter note, the Asian Development Bank said, with growth in the region expected to be stronger than previously ... Show more
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In Uzbekistan, Residents Complain of Poor Quality in Rural Housing Projects : Affordable housing projects funded by foreign investment are an important ...
thediplomat.com/2023/12/in-uzbekistan-residents-complain-of-poor-quality-in-rural-housing-projects/
Philippines’ Marcos faces ‘greenwashing’ claims as climate spending soars: Climate activists say Manila’s massive spending on climate-related initiatives is ...
aljazeera.com/news/2023/12/19/philippines-billions-in-climate-funds-face-scrutiny-over-green-credentials
ADB expects healthy growth for developing Asia through 2024: The Asian Development Bank sees robust growth for Asia in 2023 and 2024, led by India and China ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/videos/20231213203331411/
Many small islands have no room for manoeuvre at COP28: Simply put, their goal is staving off annihilation
economist.com/international/2023/11/26/many-small-islands-have-no-room-for-manoeuvre-at-cop28
Maldives as tourist hub: Its history and what lies ahead for island nation: Maldives, with a population of 550,000 people dispersed across 185 islands ...
business-standard.com/world-news/maldives-as-tourist-hub-its-history-and-what-lies-ahead-for-island-nation-124010800330_1.html
Asian Development Bank to provide $10 bln climate finance for Philippines: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on Monday it will allot $10 billion in climate ...
reuters.com/sustainability/asian-development-bank-provide-10-bln-climate-finance-philippines-2023-12-04/
Star Business : Introducing solar irrigation pump (SIP) systems will gradually enable Bangladesh to cut consumption of diesel fuel by 10 lakh tonnes annually ... Show more
ADB approves funding for Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge: The ADB said it has approved funding of up to $2.1 billion for the construction of a bridge connecting ...
news.abs-cbn.com/business/12/12/23/adb-approves-funding-for-bataancavite-interlink-bridge
Laos’ Economic Woes Will Continue In 2024: Given their connection to structural features of communist rule, there will be no quick respite from the economic woes ...
thediplomat.com/2023/12/laos-economic-woes-will-continue-in-2024/
Palace says four new Maharlika directors sworn in: Malacañang announced on Wednesday that four new directors of the Maharlika Investment Corp (MIC) have been ...
news.abs-cbn.com/business/12/20/23/palace-says-four-new-maharlika-directors-sworn-in
ADB shot in the arm for just energy transition: South Africa’s just energy transition programme has received a major boost following the approval of a $1bn ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/business/business/2024-01-07-adb-shot-in-the-arm-for-just-energy-transition/
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$160 million ADB loan to boost Dhaka's energy supply, distribution: The Dhaka Power System Expansion and Strengthening Project will construct eight substations
thedailystar.net/business/news/160-million-adb-loan-boost-dhakas-energy-supply-distribution-3509071
Debt deal with creditors could help Sri Lanka clear IMF bailout review: Sri Lanka's pact with creditor nations to restructure its debt prepares the way for the ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/imf-says-sri-lanka-debt-deal-could-help-board-clear-first-bailout-review-2023-11-30/
South Asian nations succeeded in taming inflation. Bangladesh, not so much: Most South Asian countries succeeded in reining inflation in 2023 in a major relief ...
thedailystar.net/business/economy/news/south-asian-nations-succeeded-taming-inflation-bangladesh-not-so-much-3503786
S. Korea's economy forecast to grow 2 pct next year: SEOUL, Dec. 31 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's economy is forecast to grow an average ...
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Domestic violence in Pakistan a silent pandemic, serious challenge to society: ADB report
wionews.com/south-asia/domestic-violence-in-pakistan-a-silent-pandemic-serious-challenge-to-society-adb-report-673956
Forex reserves rise to $21.45 billion: The boost to the reserves stems mainly from the purchase of US dollars from Islami Bank Bangladesh as well as the release ...
thedailystar.net/business/economy/news/forex-reserves-rise-2145-billion-3505291
The Asian Development Bank has loaned $400 million to the Philippines to boost tax collection in the country.
In the leaked document, the Asian Development Bank – the government’s transaction advisor – suggested extending the deadline for all bidders to January 2024 ... Show more
Asian development bank approves $180 million loan for Pakistan: Asian development bank approves $180 million loan for Pakistan
wionews.com/south-asia/asian-development-bank-approves-180-million-loan-for-pakistan-663890
ReNew inks initial pact with Asian Development Bank for USD 5.3 bn funding: The initial pact covers lending of more than USD 5.3 billion between 2023 and 2028 ...
financialexpress.com/business/industry-renew-inks-initial-pact-with-asian-development-bank-for-usd-5-3-bn-funding-3327733/
Hoping for the best: With 2024 around the corner everyone is hoping for a better year.
bangkokpost.com/business/general/2714914/hoping-for-the-best
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