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Men inspecting a wind turbine in the distance.

Korean-Backed BIMP-EAGA Fund Calls Again for Grant Proposals

August 10, 2022

Environment, connectivity, and tourism projects may apply for $50,000 to $300,000 in funding.
Small businesses suffered large income and capital losses during the pandemic. Photo credit: ADB.

4 Mistakes MSMEs Made during COVID-19

July 27, 2022

A study of Southeast Asian businesses shows what not to do during a crisis.
A view of a container port in Viet Nam.

Philippines Needs to Spur Implementation of Paperless Trade

June 22, 2022

Digitalization of transactions is expected to reduce trade costs and enhance the country’s competitiveness.
Tourists exploring Mount Kinabalu in Sabah.

How Sabah Is Using Smart Technology to Protect Nature

July 25, 2022

Drone technology and satellite imaging help curb deforestation and illegal poaching.
Vendors enjoy brisk sales at a wet market in the Philippines. Photo credit: ADB.

ADB Sees Brighter Outlook for Southeast Asia

July 22, 2022

Indonesia and the Philippines are expected to grow faster this year amid increased domestic demand as COVID-19 restrictions are relaxed and borders reopen.
Women making cassava chips in Indonesia.

Big Opportunities for BIMP-EAGA in $3-Trillion Global Muslim Market

July 21, 2022

The 2025 growth forecast sees uptrend in halal finance, food, fashion, travel, and cosmetics, as well as pharmaceuticals, media, and recreations.
A farm in the Philippines uses plastic mulch to suppress weeds and save water. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

Putting the Spotlight on Farm Tourism in the Philippines

July 20, 2022

Four innovative farms in BIMP-EAGA are being promoted as sustainable tourist attractions in the Philippines.
Philippine Airlines launches direct flights between Cotabato City and Tawi-Tawi on 9 June 2022. Photo credit: Mindanao Development Authority.

Things Are Looking Up for Tawi-Tawi

July 11, 2022

Direct flights and new infrastructure projects move Tawi-Tawi closer to becoming an important gateway for Muslim Mindanao to other parts of BIMP-EAGA.
A man and woman riding a boat through mangroves in the Philippines.

How Nature-Friendly Solutions Can Help Curb Floods in Mindanao

June 30, 2022

An ecosystem-based approach provides a low-cost way of avoiding more than $60 million in damages annually.
Wind farm in the Philippines. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

First Batch of BIMP-EAGA Projects Approved for Korean Funding

June 30, 2022

A project to help cacao farmers in Mindanao and a study on renewable energy certificates will be implemented with the support of the BIMP-EAGA–Republic of Korea Cooperation Fund.