Finance

The move is part of a national initiative to aggressively push for financial literacy.

A grant-supported study is looking into the market potential of tradeable certificates and how countries can set up a regional system.

Southeast Asia takes the next step toward Paris climate goals with the release of Version 2 of the ASEAN Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance.

An ADB–IsDB report provides recommendations on how to speed up the development of Islamic climate finance.

A technical assistance project aims to expand the green mortgage market and provide low-cost financing, particularly for women.

Grow Asia was created by the World Economic Forum and the ASEAN Secretariat to build partnerships for more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable food systems.

An ADB-supported project in Indonesia modernized local taxation, which raised collection by 37%.

At the 8th ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting, top officials reviewed and exchanged views on risks, challenges, and opportunities in the region.

Incorporating environmental, social, and governance norms in planning and offering incentives for fund raising, among ways to add more green projects.

Connecting central banks and securities depositories within a blockchain network will make cross-border transactions more efficient and secure.