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Republic of Korea, GMS Countries Target Priority Areas for Joint Development Work (Sep 7)
The Republic of Korea has agreed to work closely with the Greater Mekong Subregion to tackle priority GMS development issues, including transport, trade and the environment, a high level forum heard here.


Cash Incentives for Families in Philippines to Keep Children Healthy, in School (Sep 2)
ADB Board of Directors today approved a $400 million loan to support the expansion of the Philippines- conditional cash transfer program, known locally as the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program, a cornerstone of the country-s social reform efforts in the wake of the global economic crisis.


ADB to Issue First Clean Energy Bond (Sep 1)
ADB plans to issue its inaugural Clean Energy Bond to support its clean energy projects in Asia and the Pacific.