https://www.adb.org/ en Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:03:48 +0800 https://www.adb.org/news/photo-essays/safeguarding-cultural-heritage Asia and the Pacific region that we know today is the product of a long archaeological and diverse cultural past, and that the value of this cultural heritage will only increase with the passage of time. Unique and often irreplaceable, identifying, assessing, and safeguarding cultural heritage in ADB projects is therefore, critical. 1150841 2026-06-04 https://www.adb.org/news/features/buildproc-runway-applying-sustainable-procurement-papua-new-guinea-airport-projects Procurement decisions made early in the project cycle can shape not only costs and timelines, but also environmental and social outcomes. For airport projects in Papua New Guinea, this realization is reshaping how sustainability considerations are embedded into infrastructure delivery. 1148526 2026-06-03 https://www.adb.org/news/features/strengthening-country-procurement-systems-india-maha-metro-experience Strong country procurement systems are essential for efficient project delivery and long-term development impact. In India, Maha-Metro’s accreditation process of the Alternative Procurement Arrangements (APA) demonstrates how institutions can take greater ownership of procurement while maintaining robust governance and accountability. 1148496 2026-06-03 https://www.adb.org/news/features/strengthening-climate-resilient-infrastructure-tonga-through-merit-point-criteria Approved in November 2025, the SECURE Project is the largest development partner‑financed investment in Tonga and ADB’s second‑largest grant‑financed operation in the Pacific. 1148476 2026-06-03 https://www.adb.org/news/speeches/2026-asian-regional-public-debt-management-forum-roberta-casali Opening remarks by Roberta Casali, ADB Vice-President for Finance and Risk Management, at the 2026 Asian Regional Public Debt Management Forum, 27 May 2026, Colombo, Sri Lanka 1150361 2026-05-27 https://www.adb.org/news/features/president-kanda-joins-g7-meeting-visits-bangladesh ADB President Masato Kanda joined the G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors' Meeting in Paris, France and visited Bangladesh from 18 to 25 May 2026. In Paris, the President spoke about how multilateral development banks are mobilizing to help countries hit by the Middle East conflict, while in Bangladesh, he highlighted funding announcements totaling $5 billion. 1149021 2026-05-26 https://www.adb.org/news/infographics/laguna-lakeshore-road-network-project The Laguna Lakeshore Road Network showcases a climate-resilient transport corridor that will help improve mobility between Metro Manila and Laguna through a 29.56-kilometer expressway system along the western shore of Laguna de Bay. The infographic details the project’s road sections, interchanges, viaducts, embankments, and connector roads while emphasizing its role in reducing congestion, shortening travel time, and enhancing regional accessibility. 1149101 2026-05-26 https://www.adb.org/news/infographics/bataan-cavite-interlink-bridge The Bataan–Cavite Interlink Bridge presents a transformative infrastructure project designed to strengthen connectivity across Luzon by linking Bataan and Cavite through a 32.15-kilometer bridge system across Manila Bay. The infographic highlights the project’s major engineering features, including marine viaducts, cable-stayed bridges, approach roads, and climate-resilient design elements. 1149271 2026-05-26 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/asian-impact-webinar-stronger-together-tracking-regional-integration-pacific Regional cooperation and integration can be critical for the Pacific's development. Drawing on a customized index, this webinar explores emerging integration patterns in the Pacific and how they can inform policy action. 1147876 2026-05-21 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/forging-partnership-driving-transformation-aichi-nagoya-host-adb-s-60th-annual-meeting Japan will host the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) 60th Annual Meeting in Aichi-Nagoya from 2 to 5 May 2027. The event will mark ADB’s 60th anniversary and celebrate a six-decade partnership that dates back to the bank’s inception. 1148206 2026-05-20 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/crossroads-progress-advancing-region-s-connected-future-visual-journey This parallax video explores the increasingly complex and cross-border challenges reshaping economies, communities, and livelihoods across Asia and the Pacific. ADB is working across the region to strengthen connectivity, mobilize finance, support innovation, build resilience, and deepen regional cooperation to help create a more connected, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable future. 1144756 2026-05-11 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/adb-supports-safer-earthquake-resilient-schools-armenia The Seismic Safety Improvement Program (SSIP) in Armenia is strengthening school safety and reducing earthquake risk by reconstructing and retrofitting schools to meet international seismic standards. Supported by the Asian Development Bank, the program contributes to the country’s disaster risk reduction efforts while creating safer, more inclusive learning environments for students. 1142481 2026-05-08 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/59th-annual-meeting-closing-session-adb-vice-presidents Wrap up the Annual Meeting with reflections and key takeaways from ADB Vice-Presidents. This closing session looks back at major discussions, issues, and commitments—and what they mean for development across Asia and the Pacific. 1144356 2026-05-06 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/powering-connected-future-can-asia-build-super-grid As Asia accelerates decarbonization, could a cross-border “super grid” become the backbone of a cleaner, more secure energy future? Hosted by the Financial Times, this discussion looks at what it would take—policy alignment, investment, and trust—to move a pan-Asian grid from concept to reality. 1144261 2026-05-06 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/building-asias-food-and-water-resilience-treating-ecosystems-connected-landscapes Food and water security depend on healthy, connected ecosystems—from glaciers and mountains to rivers and deltas. This session highlights landscape approaches that strengthen shared-resource governance and resilience, paired with practical tools, policies, and investment models. Learn how blended public and private finance can scale solutions for long-term climate and ecosystem resilience. 1144271 2026-05-06 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/pan-asian-corridors-driving-resilient-connectivity-and-economic-competitiveness What would it take to turn today’s subregional links into truly pan-Asian economic corridors? This session explores how CAREC, GMS, and SASEC can strengthen multimodal transport, streamline cross-border processes, and improve supply chains to boost competitiveness. Hear how climate-resilient infrastructure, digitalization, and private-sector financing can drive deeper regional integration. 1144161 2026-05-05 https://www.adb.org/news/speeches/shifting-global-value-chains-technology-inclusive-growth-masato-kanda Closing remarks by Masato Kanda, President, Asian Development Bank, at the Governors’ Plenary: Shifting Global Value Chains, Technology, and Inclusive Growth, 5 May 2026, Samarkand, Uzbekistan 1144316 2026-05-05 https://www.adb.org/news/speeches/private-sector-event-masato-kanda Keynote address by Masato Kanda, President, Asian Development Bank, at the Private Sector Event, 5 May 2026, Samarkand, Uzbekistan 1144296 2026-05-05 https://www.adb.org/news/speeches/meeting-between-civil-society-organizations-adb-senior-management-masato-kanda Opening remarks by Masato Kanda, President, Asian Development Bank, at the Meeting Between Civil Society Organizations and ADB Senior Management, 5 May 2026, Samarkand, Uzbekistan 1144036 2026-05-05 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/forests-finance-how-breakthrough-technologies-can-empower-farmers-and-inspire-nature Nature-based solutions can deliver climate resilience, and new technologies can help finance them at scale. This session explores how tools like tokenization, traceable data, and robust monitoring can connect farmers and producers to sustainable trade, carbon markets, and nature and climate finance. Hear how innovators are bringing nature, finance, and communities together for inclusive growth. 1144086 2026-05-05 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/carec-and-global-silk-road-connecting-regions-through-tourism Explore how tourism can strengthen regional connectivity and shared prosperity across the CAREC region. This session examines how CAREC economies can leverage cultural heritage, improved transport links, and travel facilitation to integrate into global tourism networks. 1144821 2026-05-05 https://www.adb.org/news/speeches/promoting-quality-sustainable-foreign-direct-investments-central-asia-masato-kanda Opening remarks by Masato Kanda, President, Asian Development Bank, at the Host Country Seminar Promoting Quality and Sustainable Foreign Direct Investments in Central Asia, 5 May 2026, Samarkand, Uzbekistan 1144056 2026-05-05 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/pan-asia-power-grid-initiative-advancing-regional-cooperation-and-integration-energy Regional energy connectivity can boost reliability, lower costs, and accelerate the shift to renewables. This session examines the Pan-Asia Power Grid Initiative and how it can link subregional systems— including ASEAN Power Grid, South Asia connectivity, the Caspian Sea Green Energy Corridor, and Pacific interconnections—to expand electricity trade. 1144151 2026-05-05 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/asian-development-policy-report-2026-global-value-chains-and-inclusive-development Explore how global value chains (GVCs) can become more inclusive and resilient amid rising geopolitical fragmentation, automation, digitalization, and climate and trade pressures. This session examines the challenges reshaping GVCs across Asia and the Pacific, with a focus on inclusion, coordination, resilience, and sustainability. 1144816 2026-05-05 https://www.adb.org/news/speeches/managements-report-board-governors-59th-annual-meeting-masato-kanda Remarks by Masato Kanda, President, Asian Development Bank, to the Board of Governors’ Business Session, at the 59th Annual Meeting, 4 May 2026, Samarkand, Uzbekistan 1143986 2026-05-04 https://www.adb.org/news/speeches/crossroads-progress-advancing-regions-connected-future-masato-kanda Opening remarks by Masato Kanda, President, Asian Development Bank, at the Opening Session of the 59th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors, 4 May 2026, Samarkand, Uzbekistan 1143796 2026-05-04 https://www.adb.org/ru/news/speeches/crossroads-progress-advancing-regions-connected-future-masato-kanda Вступительное слово Президента АБР Масато Канда на открытии 59-го ежегодного заседания Совета управляющих АБР 1143796 2026-05-04 https://www.adb.org/uz/news/speeches/crossroads-progress-advancing-regions-connected-future-masato-kanda OTB Prezidenti Masato Kandaning OTB Boshqaruvchilar kengashining 59-yillik yig‘ilishining ochilish marosimidagi kirish so‘zi 1143796 2026-05-04 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/crossroads-progress-advancing-asia-and-pacific-s-connected-future ADB’s 59th Annual Meeting is being held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan—a historic crossroads on the ancient silk route. As Asia and the Pacific stands at a new crossroads, ADB and its partners are working together to shape a modern, prosperous, and connected future. 1143146 2026-05-04 https://www.adb.org/news/videos/59th-annual-meeting-governors-business-session The Governors’ Business Session is the Annual Meeting’s formal decision-making session, where governors adopt resolutions and consider key documents on ADB’s business and operations. President Masato Kanda outlined how ADB is working with partners to respond to emerging challenges. 1143981 2026-05-04