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ASEAN Releases Tourism Safety Guidelines

February 24, 2022

ASEAN developed guidelines on hygiene and safety for eight sectors of the tourism industry as a key strategy for building back better from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Webinar organized by the Philippines’ House Special Committee on the East ASEAN Growth Area. Photo credit: Press and Public Affairs Bureau, House of Representatives, Philippines.

Lawmakers Webinar Looks at Digital Technology’s Role in the New Normal

February 17, 2022

Resource speakers from the subregion share their views on the role of technology in transforming society, particularly in BIMP-EAGA focus areas.
Singapore container terminal. Photo credit: iStock/Delpixart.

ASEAN Makes Good Progress in Reducing Trade Costs, Says UN Survey

February 15, 2022

The average implementation rate in ASEAN is 79%, higher than the Asia–Pacific regional average of 64.9%.
Tourists getting off a boat in Boracay, Philippines.

Have Passport, Will Travel—Sustainably

February 11, 2022

Sustainable options for travelers wanting to explore BIMP-EAGA are just a click away.
Kuching, capital of Sarawak state in Malaysia. Photo credit: iStock.

Sarawak Sets Sights on Post-Pandemic Ecotourism Market

February 02, 2022

Malaysia’s largest state is increasing the number of flights and ramping up its tourism campaign while promoting responsible tourism.
Photo credit: iStock.

ADB to Develop Prototype to Connect ASEAN+3 Central Banks Using Blockchain

January 28, 2022

Connecting central banks and securities depositories within a blockchain network will make cross-border transactions more efficient and secure.
Airport in Malaysia before the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

Global Air Traffic Improves in 2021 but Asia–Pacific Slow to Recover, says ICAO

January 25, 2022

Regional cooperation is needed to speed up recovery and build resilience.
A surfer with his board at the beach

Here Are Four Ways to Attract Japanese Tourists to BIMP-EAGA

January 25, 2022

Deploy both digital and traditional platforms to reach tourists, use chat apps, tell stories, and inject fun in ecotourism.
A monitor lizard rummaging for food by the beach.

Philippines’ #SafeTripPH Campaign Extols Travel Can Still Be Fun Despite COVID-19

January 20, 2022

Tourism authorities in the Philippines caution travelers to check safety protocols and travel requirements for every destination they want to visit, including those in Mindanao and Palawan.
Children's ward of the Mahkota Medical Center in Malaysia. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

ADB Supports Equity Investments in Southeast Asia

January 18, 2022

Investments in private equity funds Creador V and Northstar V will help create jobs, improve services, and foster good corporate governance.