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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.

AirAsia Philippines has resumed flights to Kota Kinabalu. Photo credit: Air Asia.

AirAsia Philippines Returns to Kota Kinabalu, Expands Operations in Zamboanga

May 31, 2022

The low-cost airline started twice weekly flights between Manila and Kota Kinabalu on 27 May 2022.

BIMP-EAGA at a Glance—A Statistical Information Brief 2019

This document provides key statistics about BIMP-EAGA countries as of 2019.

BIMP-EAGA at a Glance—A Statistical Information Brief 2020

This document serves as a brief on key economic indicators from BIMP-EAGA countries as of 2020.

BIMP-EAGA at a Glance—A Statistical Information Brief 2021

This document provides economic data about BIMP-EAGA members as of 2021.

People lining up for tickets for an amusement park ride.

Putting Mindanao on the Path to a Resilient Recovery

May 17, 2022

A UNDP–MinDA study assesses COVID-19 impact and identifies actions to reach peace and development goals.

A tourist boat sailing through Honda Bay in Palawan.

It’s Safety First for Indonesia and the Philippines as They Lure Back Tourists

March 30, 2022

The two BIMP-EAGA countries reopen borders cautiously and continue to enforce health protocols.

Pilar municipality in Siargao, Surigao del Norte, Philippines. Photo credit: ADB.

How a Recycling Economy Can Help Sustain Island Tourism

March 16, 2022

An ADB Institute paper looks at how popular island destinations like Siargao, a surfers’ paradise in Mindanao, can cope with marine debris and a growing waste problem.

The Philippines is a top exporter of coconut oil. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

Bangsamoro Region to Develop Agribusinesses and Exporters under EU Program

March 02, 2022

The 5-year program will help the region produce halal and other agri-products for BIMP-EAGA markets.