• 21
    May
    2025

    This paper analyzes the impact on Asia and the Pacific of tourism from the People’s Republic of China and suggests that economies in the region consider diversifying their markets through travel facilitation and better connectivity. Read more here.

  • 25
    Mar
    2025

    ADB Chief Economist Albert Park emphasized the importance of RCI and ADB's role in supporting its progress during the launch of the AEIR 2025 at the HKUST Business School. The launch included a panel discussion on maximizing RCI to navigate the evolving geopolitical landscape and foster a sustainable future for Asia and the Pacific. On its 10th anniversary, AEIR 2025 analyzes RCI in Asia over the past 2 decades, highlighting policy issues on trade, investment, finance, and the movement of people. Watch the promo video and the event on LinkedIn and X.  

  • 24
    Mar
    2025

    The Asian Economic Integration Report 2025 highlights the pivotal role of regional economic integration in Asia and the Pacific’s remarkable growth over the past two decades, with analyses on key issues in trade, FDI, financial integration, and movement of people. Watch the video and read the highlights. Download the report here.

What’s New

Making Connections: How Asia’s Tourism Is Taking Off Again
6
May
2025

Making Connections: How Asia’s Tourism Is Taking Off Again

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Strategic investments in transport infrastructure and streamlined visa policies are proving essential for boosting tourist flows and economic resilience.

As Nations Reshore, ASEAN Should Explore Trade, Digitalization and Connectivity
6
May
2025

As Nations Reshore, ASEAN Should Explore Trade, Digitalization and Connectivity

Issues around climate change and rivalry around frontier technology (artificial intelligence, big data, internet of things) are increasingly being discussed as issues of national security.

Better with Age: How Lifelong Learning Can Transform the Workforce
28
Apr
2025

Better with Age: How Lifelong Learning Can Transform the Workforce

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Countries in Asia and the Pacific are undergoing a significant demographic shift: the share of older adults is expected to grow.

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