Asian Development Bank

The Philippines Country Knowledge Strategy and Plan, 2012-2017 Asian Development Bank

This compendium discusses how ADB's knowledge products and services provided in line with The Philippines Country Knowledge Strategy and Plan, 2012-2017 are contributing to the country's development.

Knowledge is critical in addressing the complex challenges of development and poverty reduction faced by the Philippines. As a development and knowledge-based institution, ADB's strategic directions to support the knowledge needs of the country focuses on (i) sustainable and climate- and disaster-resilient infrastructure; (ii) local economic development, governance, and regional cooperation; (iii) social innovations; and (v) gender equality.