Economic Indicators for South and Central Asia
Economic Indicators for South and Central Asia

Author: Asian Development Bank

Publisher: Asian Development Bank

Published: 2020-12-01

Total Pages: 303

ISBN-13: 9292625373

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This report is a key resource for understanding the dynamic trade and production linkages of South and Central Asian economies to support data-driven policy making and implementation. It updates a 2018 publication and explores a wider range of statistical and analytical indicators on Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. The tables and indicators presented are derived from the Multi-Regional Input–Output database maintained by the Asian Development Bank. Two companion volumes focus on East Asia, and Southeast Asia and the Pacific.

Compendium of Supply and Use Tables for Selected Economies in Asia and the Pacific
Compendium of Supply and Use Tables for Selected Economies in Asia and the Pacific

Author: Asian Development Bank

Publisher: Asian Development Bank

Published: 2017-11-01

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 9292579827

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This publication provides a standard compilation of supply and use tables (SUTs) for 19 economies in Asia and the Pacific to help them comply with the United Nations 2008 System of National Accounts (SNA) recommendations. SUTs are an integrated statistical estimation and economic analysis model that facilitates the compilation of more reliable, consistent, and internationally comparable estimates of key economic statistics such as gross domestic product. The improved and more detailed statistics are expected to provide a better basis for measuring economic output and growth; facilitating informed policy making; and monitoring progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), relating especially to poverty alleviation, economic growth, technological progress, and industrial and infrastructure development. The compilation of SUTs is an essential first step to establish an effective statistical system in any economy. In 2014, ADB embarked on a data development and capacity building project to assist 19 members construct benchmark SUTs for the latest possible year. This publication outlines the relevant statistical and economic concepts, data compilation and development practices, project implementation strategies, and the results of the project. It also includes an abridged version of the SUTs of the 19 participating economies. The more detailed tables are available online through the ADB website.

Economic Indicators for Southeast Asia and the Pacific
Economic Indicators for Southeast Asia and the Pacific

Author: Asian Development Bank

Publisher: Asian Development Bank

Published: 2020-12-01

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 9292625349

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This report is a key resource for understanding the dynamic trade and production linkages of economies in Southeast Asia and the Pacific to support data-driven policy making and implementation. It updates a 2018 publication and explores a wider range of statistical and analytical indicators on Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Fiji, Indonesia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam. The tables and indicators presented are derived from the Multi-Regional Input– Output database maintained by the Asian Development Bank. Two companion volumes focus on East Asia, and South and Central Asia.

Maldives
Maldives

Author: Asian Development Bank

Publisher: Asian Development Bank

Published: 2014-11-01

Total Pages: 165

ISBN-13: 9292546848

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For the past decade, the Maldives has experienced economic growth, mostly driven by tourism. As an archipelago comprised of small islands, the land area is limited and the resource base narrow, with low potential for agriculture and other industries and high vulnerability to climate change. Its small population is dispersed and fragmented, making delivery of services costly and difficult. With resources and services concentrated in the capital city of Malé, the atolls are underdeveloped. Progress has been notable in eradicating extreme poverty and hunger, achieving universal primary education, improving maternal health, and reducing child mortality. However, challenges remain in gender equality and women's empowerment (with low female-to-male ratio in tertiary qualifications), limited share of female employment, and low participation of women in political development and decision making. This publication intends to support the Government of the Maldives in its attempt to tackle persisting gender inequalities and gaps through a multisector approach across policies, programs, and projects. It provides insights into gender issues in energy; fisheries; micro, small, and medium enterprises; transport; tourism; and water and sanitation and suggestions for strengthening gender mainstreaming in project design, implementation, and monitoring.