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ADB in the Pacific Over the span of half a century, the Pacific has undergone tremendous change.

ADB works actively with 14 members across the Pacific to help build resilience against economic shocks, deliver sustainable services, and promote inclusive and sustainable growth. From a region of only 3.6 million people in 1966, the population in the Pacific developing member countries now stands at almost 13 million. The average gross domestic product per capita in the Pacific now exceeds $2,500 in real terms—a large jump from about $200 5 decades ago. Although there has been significant progress in improving access to basic services such as health, education, and safe water, reducing poverty remains a huge challenge, particularly in rural areas and outer islands. ADB’s operations in the Pacific began in 1969 with a $2.4 million loan to Samoa for the Faleolo Airport. ADB’s operations throughout the region have grown significantly since then, with cumulative financial assistance reaching $5.1 billion at the end of 2018.

18/10/2026
18/10/2026

Multilateral Development Bank Heads met in Manila, Philippines. Here's what happened:

For the first time ever, the Heads of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) Group met in the Philippines. MORE:
18/10/2026

For the first time ever, the Heads of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) Group met in the Philippines. MORE:

For the first time ever, the Heads of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) Group met in the Philippines.

Hosted by ADB, the Group’s 2026 Chair, the meeting in Manila focused on how to deliver more financing and greater impact for developing members facing conflict, high debt, inflation, and disasters.

The MDB Heads also welcomed progress on collective action to mobilize private capital and advance shared priorities.

Read the news release: https://link.adb.org/3VGaDxE

15/10/2026

Konnichiwa/こんにちは
Only 200 days to go until ADB’s annual meeting in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan in 2027, so please save the date!
More details here:

ADB has approved a grant to secure fuel supplies, make electricity more affordable in Tonga, and support around 6,000 pe...
13/10/2026

ADB has approved a grant to secure fuel supplies, make electricity more affordable in Tonga, and support around 6,000 people from low-income households in Tuvalu Government Media
MORE: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19YqqaQDHP/

ADB has approved $40.1 million in grants to help , , and manage fuel price volatility as the Middle East conflict ra...
13/10/2026

ADB has approved $40.1 million in grants to help , , and manage fuel price volatility as the Middle East conflict raises import costs across the Pacific.

The Pacific Regional Energy Security Emergency Assistance Project will provide grants of
✅ $12.77 million to Kiribati
✅ $15.39 million to Tonga
✅ $11.94 million to Tuvalu
to manage exposure to fuel price volatility.

It will also help Tonga maintain affordable electricity services through support to Tonga Power Limited and provide targeted assistance in Tuvalu to around 6,000 people from low-income households affected by rising fuel, electricity, and living costs. MORE: https://www.adb.org/news/amid-middle-east-crisis-adb-supports-energy-security-pacific-40-1-million

13/10/2026

Niue has exciting opportunities ahead. With tourism growing and strong local businesses at the heart of the economy, ADB is supporting Niue to better understand what businesses need to grow.
Watch the reel and click on the link to read more: https://bit.ly/4hykeh1

ADB at Pacific Pre-COP31.
11/10/2026

ADB at Pacific Pre-COP31.

08/10/2026

[Comment by ADB President Masato Kanda]
The rising sea levels and the economic impact of conflicts in remote areas are putting significant pressure on the Pacific region. Nevertheless, the Pacific island nations are standing firm in the face of these challenges with strong determination.
The ADB will introduce how it is supporting these countries' efforts by providing the necessary funding to protect vulnerable coastlines and build sustainable economic resilience. Watch the short video about my participation in the COP31 preparatory meeting held in Fiji and Tobago.

ADB President Masato Kanda reconnects with Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka on the sidelines of Pre-COP31:
08/10/2026

ADB President Masato Kanda reconnects with Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka on the sidelines of Pre-COP31:

On the sidelines of Pre-COP31, it was an honor to reconnect with Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and witness the signing of a $210 million ADB financing package. The Pacific has been called an Ocean of Peace, yet the economic shockwaves of a conflict in the Middle East have reached its shores, d...

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