Global value chains helped many Asian economies industrialize, but where they sit in the chain now matters more than whether…
Yoko Watanabe, ADB’s Director of Nature and Environment, explains how investing in nature supports economic growth in Asia and the…
Water systems are under stress across the region, and that puts sustainable farming, better nutrition, and everyone’s health at risk.…
Transparency, strategic debt plans, and fiscal-risk control are key to building a durable framework that anticipates risks and constrains borrowing…
As the conflict in the Middle East continues, uncertainty around oil prices has surged to levels last seen in the…
Central bank independence refers to the absence of political influence on monetary policymaking. It is widely accepted that independence acts…
The relationship between defence spending and growth has recently returned to the centre of policy discourse. This column argues that…
Governments across Europe are increasingly acting to help industry remain competitive without compromising EU climate policy. This column uses the…
Foreign direct investment (FDI) is widely seen as a key driver of development. It can finance productive investment, foster technology…
Soaring rents, long waiting lists, and mounting political anger are forcing governments across Europe to address gaps in social housing…