Banking on the Future of Asia and the Pacific
Banking on the Future of Asia and the Pacific

Author: Peter McCawley

Publisher: Asian Development Bank

Published: 2017-04-01

Total Pages: 564

ISBN-13: 9292577921

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This book is a history of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), a multilateral development bank established 50 years ago to serve Asia and the Pacific. Focusing on the region’s economic development, the evolution of the international development agenda, and the story of ADB itself, this book raises several key questions: What are the outstanding features of regional development to which ADB had to respond? How has the bank grown and evolved in changing circumstances? How did ADB’s successive leaders promote reforms while preserving continuity with the efforts of their predecessors? ADB has played an important role in the transformation of Asia and the Pacific the past 50 years. As ADB continues to evolve and adapt to the region’s changing development landscape, the experiences highlighted in this book can provide valuable insight on how best to serve Asia and the Pacific in the future.

Asian Development Bank Act
Asian Development Bank Act

Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Banking and Currency. Subcommittee on International Finance

Publisher:

Published: 1966

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13:

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Considers H.R. 12219 and identical bills, to authorize U.S. membership in the Asian Development Bank.

Asian Development Bank Act
Asian Development Bank Act

Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Foreign Relations

Publisher:

Published: 1966

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13:

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Considers H.R. 12563, to provide for U.S. participation in the Asian Development Bank.

E-Commerce in CAREC Countries
E-Commerce in CAREC Countries

Author: Asian Development Bank

Publisher: Asian Development Bank

Published: 2021-08-01

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 9292690019

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Digital trade promotion has been a long-standing priority for CAREC member countries, as part of their integration into global value chains and economic diversification. This study examines the legal environment on electronic transactions as well as the opportunities and challenges in expanding electronic commerce in the CAREC region. It makes a case for modernization and harmonization of laws of CAREC countries leveraging on international instruments and best practices for electronic commerce transactions. Adequate legislation to protect personal privacy and consumers’ rights and combat cybercrime is also crucial. Finally, institutions must be built with trust, within and among countries and through regional cooperation.

ESG Investment
ESG Investment

Author: Naoko Nemoto

Publisher: Brookings Institution Press

Published: 2020-02-25

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 4899742061

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Investors are increasingly integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues into their investment decisions. Currently, more than half of managed assets in Europe are linked to ESG factors, while in Japan, ESG investment has grown dramatically in recent years. In principle, ESG investment can help to bridge the gap between profit-driven investment and economic and social sustainability in Asia and the Pacific. However, a number of challenges, such as unclear and varied sustainable investment criteria, untested impacts on corporate value and social issues, and the lack of quality data cloud the potential for increasing ESG investment. This book aims to contribute to developing a framework for future analysis and monitoring to ensure the growth of ESG investment.

Asian Development Bank Act Amendments of 1968
Asian Development Bank Act Amendments of 1968

Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Banking and Currency. Subcommittee on International Finance

Publisher:

Published: 1968

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13:

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Considers H.R. 13217, to amend the Asian Development Bank Act to increase the authorized U.S. contribution to the Asian Development Bank.

Nonperforming Loans in Asia and Europe—Causes, Impacts, and Resolution Strategies
Nonperforming Loans in Asia and Europe—Causes, Impacts, and Resolution Strategies

Author: Asian Development Bank

Publisher: Asian Development Bank

Published: 2021-12-01

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 9292691163

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High and persistent levels of nonperforming loans (NPLs) have featured prominently in recent financial crises. This book traces NPL trends during and after crises, examines the economic impact of high NPLs, and compares the effectiveness of NPL resolution strategies across economies in Asia and Europe. The book distills important lessons from the experiences of economies using case studies and empirical investigation of ways to resolve NPLs. These findings can be invaluable in charting a course through the financial and economic fallout of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic to recovery and sustained financial stability in Asia, Europe, and beyond.