I strongly recommend this book for anyone interested in Asian development and, in particular, the ADB. It provides an authoritative yet accessible introduction to the ADBits objectives, policies, development outcomes, strengths, weaknesses, areas for reforms, and challenges going forward including state-of-the-art reviews of current debates on various ADB-related issues in the context of ongoing deliberations on development assistance, international political economy, and good governance. -- Jere R. Behrman, University of Pennsylvania, US It was once thought that the mandate of the ADB was to reduce poverty. Since the Asian Miracle reduced poverty, did it reduce the need for the ADB? The establishment of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, One Belt One Road initiative, and enormous demand for infrastructure investment, among other things, have completely changed the economic and political milieu facing the ADB. This book covers many topics of interest for all of us who are concerned with the present state and future of Asia and the ADB. -- Keijiro Otsuka, Kobe University, Japan The Elgar Companion to the Asian Development Bank is a comprehensive guide that delves into the history, achievements, challenges, and prospects of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Distinguished scholars and experts explore various dimensions of the ADB's role in the Asia-Pacific region, including its response to a changing world, its support for member countries' development, its contributions to economic and social progress, and its recommendations for reforms. The book provides a critical assessment of the ADB's strengths and weaknesses within the global economic landscape. It is an essential resource for those interested in Asian development, international economic development, and international relations. -- Arvind Panagariya, Columbia University, US This book on the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is a welcome compendium of treatises and reflections crafted by former professional senior officials coming from Asia. -- Ernesto Pernia, University of the Philippines, Philippines The Asian Development Bank is the premier international development finance institution for the Asia-Pacific region. It recently celebrated its first 50 years by commissioning both an official history and an authoritative examination of these countries socio-economic development. This Companion by retired senior officials of the Bank provides further rich insights into this fascinating and diverse region. -- Hal Hill, Australian National University, Australia
