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The Asia Development Bank is tasked with fighting poverty and assisting developing countries/economies throughout Asia. It was founded in 1966 and is financed by 67 member countries. It partners with governments, private sector and non-governmental players to carry out its mission.
"Although most lending is in the public sector - and to governments - ADB also provides direct assistance to private enterprises of developing countries through equity investments, guarantees, and loans. In addition, its triple-A credit rating helps mobilize funds for development."
In 2008 it made $10.8 Billion in loans and more than $811 Million in grants.
Several months ago it published an extensive and comprehensive report: "The Economics of Climate Change in Southeast Asia: A Regional Review".
