Regional and area planning

All forms of asbestos are considered carcinogenic to humans.

This publication explains the evaluation and strategic investment priorities of the Government of the Lao People's Democratic Republic and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in the agriculture, natural resources, and rural development sector.

The Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Tourism Strategy 2030 sets out the long-term vision, objectives, programs, and targets to promote sustainable, safe, and inclusive tourism development in the region and enhance its attraction as a competitive tourism destination globally.

Making cities more livable is one of the seven operational priorities under Strategy 2030 of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

Almaty, a vibrant metropolis in Kazakhstan, is only 80 kilometers away from lake Issyk-Kul in the Kyrgyz Republic, renowned for its mountains and moderate summers.

This publication explores the potential of the Meghna River as an alternative water source for Dhaka.

This publication explains the evaluation and strategic investment priorities of the Government of the Lao People's Democratic Republic and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in the agriculture, natural resources, and rural development sector.

Cities in Asia and the Pacific are expanding rapidly.

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is causing an unprecedented global impact on cities across the world.

This report presents the rationale for and design of a city government disaster insurance pool in the Philippines.

The formation of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 1967 was originally driven by political and security concerns.

The National Urban Assessment for Uzbekistan examines the progress of urbanization and the development and current state of government policies and programs in the country.

This publication provides guidance on how governments and utilities in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) can develop sustainable power development plans based on current international best practices.

This publication helps guide investment planning and financing across key urban infrastructure sectors of Azerbaijan to improve the performance of cities---with a focus on economy, equity, and environment.

Cumulative transport investments under the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) program reached $23.

This report shows how air quality in the People's Republic of China's fast-growing Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei industrial hub has deteriorated and presents an integrated, cost-effective model to reduce emissions.

This publication highlights how public-private partnerships (PPPs) can be effective to meet Asia's growing infrastructure needs.

These guidelines were developed through the collaborative efforts of the Asian Development Bank and the Municipal Department of Environmental Protection of Tbilisi City Hall.

This report proposes a research program to determine the suitability of Vetiver grass for slope protection and the potential of liquid soil catalysts for improving soil-bearing capacity in Cambodia.

This publication examines the development assistance of the Asian Development Bank since Timor-Leste gained independence in 2002.

Cumulative transport investments under the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) program reached $23.

Under the CAREC 2030 framework, a regional trade strategy will provide a more coherent approach to strengthen trade and enhance growth potential of CAREC countries.

Maritime trade is an essential lifeline for the remote island nations of the Pacific, which rely almost entirely on imports for essential goods.

The Asian Economic Integration Report is an annual review of economic cooperation and integration that covers the 49 members of ADB in Asia and the Pacific.

Many countries are exploring the use of concrete to improve the reliability of their road networks.

The national single window (NSW) enables an environment for traders and transport service providers to interact efficiently with cross-border regulatory agencies in international trade.

The Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) member countries face many common economic, social, and environmental challenges that directly impact their citizens and communities.

This publication explores how multilateral development banks (MDBs) can help improve infrastructure resilience in light of increasing climate and disaster risks.

This publication is the annual report of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Asia's progress in regional cooperation and integration.

Tajikistan and other countries in Central Asia, such as Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, are striving to align technical and vocational education and training (TVET) with their economic realities.

Inefficient and uncompetitive cities inhibit economic growth and inclusive development.

As economies become more integrated, development challenges are becoming more transnational.

Inefficient and uncompetitive cities inhibit economic growth and inclusive development.

This thematic third volume of the Asia Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Monitor 2021 focuses on the digitalization of microfinance in Bangladesh.

Transit-oriented development (TOD) has been recognized as a suitable option to help address urban development issues in India.

This publication provides an analysis of key challenges and opportunities for the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) to realize its development goals by 2030 and beyond.

This publication presents a detailed overview of the current state of the public-private partnership (PPP) environment in the Philippines.

This book explores the practice of Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) in the cities of the Global South.

This book explains the role of geology as the basis of sustainability.

This book investigates authenticity, an important but controversial cultural concept, and its relevance for urban socio-spatial processes.

This book constructs a number of discourses, dialectics and analyses across the disciplines of urban form, architecture and urban experience, thus incorporating both conservation and design issues.

CoDesign: People, Participation, Practice explores the past, present, trends, and future potential of codesign and participatory practices globally.