Doing Business with the Asian Development Bank

When: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 - 8:30am - 12:00pm
Where: Arlington, VA

This program will provide an overview of how the Asian Development Bank (ADB) commits funds to implement development projects in 45 member countries and how U.S. companies can engage in these contracting opportunities.

Event Information

  • U.S. Ambassador to the Asian Development Bank (ADB)/U.S. Executive Director Chantale Wong will deliver keynote remarks and discuss trends in development progress and the challenges to achieving inclusive and sustainable economic growth across Asia and the Pacific.
  • Senior Commercial Liaison to the World Bank will moderate a panel with representatives from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), Development Finance Corporation (DFC), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), U.S. Department of Commerce, and EXIM.
  • Procurement Officers from both the ADB and World Bank will provide detailed and actionable information to help you identify projects for your company’s expansion to Asia and the Pacific.

Key Sectors & Priorities include:

  • Infrastructure
  • Environment
  • Transportation (airports, ports development)
  • ICT (including cybersecurity)
  • Disaster preparedness
  • Government & capacity building

The program is great for U.S. manufacturers, suppliers, project developers, consultants and contractors in Asia and the Pacific. Small businesses are encouraged to attend.