ADB, UK aid support Pakistan national transport policy and master plan The Government of Pakistan kicked-off a 2-year project to formulate the National Transport Policy. The comprehensive national transport policy and master plan will help cut travel time and boost the country’s economic outlook, while positioning it as a regional trade and business hub. It also seeks a safe, efficient, and sustainable transport system to realize Pakistan’s Vision 2025.
ADB to help improve infrastructure, investment climate, food security in Tajikistan The Asian Development Bank’s updated 2017 to 2019 country program for Tajikistan focuses on supporting energy and road development, improving food security, strengthening investment climate, inclusive health, and sustainable urban infrastructure.
World Bank vice president visits Tajikistan, discusses enhanced support World Bank Vice President for Europe and Central Asia, Mr. Cyril Muller, met with government counterparts and partners from the development community and private sector during his brief visit to Dushanbe.
EBRD and AIFC launch study for Green Financial System in Kazakhstan In a new step to support Kazakhstan’s path towards a greener economy, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is launching a study that will assess the potential of developing a green financial system for the country. A system of this kind would boost financing for “green” projects in Kazakhstan and would be based within the forthcoming Astana International Financial Center.
ADB’s new strategy in Asia: Helping build quality infrastructure at scale The Asian Development Bank (ADB) — an institution with 67 member countries and territories, including 22 advanced economies from Asia and beyond — turns 50 this year. What sort of role should ADB play as the international cooperation paradigm undergoes drastic change, with the rise of emerging economies and the establishment of the China-led Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank?
Full steam ahead for renewables in Georgia TBC Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) are joining forces to support the expansion of renewable sources of energy in Georgia.
Developing Aktobe Region – Investing in Kazakhstan’s Future Economic Growth The World Bank is also providing support to the local administration in developing a “Strategy and Action Plan” for Aktobe that focuses on enhancing public services and economic diversification.
Urban residents benefit from clean environment and community ownership after road improvements Infrastructural improvements in a Kabul city neighborhood have resulted not only in a clean environment but also a strong sense of civic pride.
World Bank Group supports diversification of Azerbaijan’s gas export markets and security of energy supply for Turkey and Europe The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved a US$400 million loan for Turkey and a $400 million loan for Azerbaijan for the Trans-Anatolian Natural Gas Pipeline (TANAP) Project.
EBRD adopts new country strategy for Georgia The Board of Directors of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has adopted a new country strategy for Georgia, which reinforces the bank’s commitment to support the country’s economy and sets out the priorities for its activities over the next four years. (Photo credit: EBRD)
