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Published on Feb 17, 2021

Sri Lanka considering Indias grant instead of China project

In an apparent bid to displace a Chinese company that had won the contract to install renewable energy systems in three small islands off Jaffna Peninsula in northern Sri Lanka, India has offered a grant of $12 million to execute it, Colombo-based media …

Source: Shanghai News.net - Neutral
Published on Dec 2, 2020

Sri Lanka government borrows USD 400 mn from ADB to support the Education Sector of the country

* Sri Lanka government borrows USD 400 mn from ADB to support the Education Sector of the country Wed, Dec 2, 2020, 12:49 pm SL Time, ColomboPage News Desk, Sri Lanka.Dec 02, Colombo: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Sri Lanka (GOSL) …

Source: Lanka Page - Neutral
Published on Nov 26, 2020

Sri Lanka government and ADB sign USD 165Mn loan agreement to aid COVID hit SMEs

* Sri Lanka government and ADB sign USD 165Mn loan agreement to aid COVID hit SMEs Thu, Nov 26, 2020, 09:36 pm SL Time, ColomboPage News Desk, Sri Lanka.Nov 26, Colombo: The Government of Sri Lanka entered into loan and grant agreements with the Asian …

Source: Lanka Page - Neutral
Published on Dec 1, 2020

ADB approves $400 M loan to support secondary education reforms in Sri Lanka

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $400 million loan to support the Government of Sri Lanka in transforming its secondary education system to align with the demand for highly skilled and agile workers who can compete in the rapidly changing …

Source: Adaderana - Neutral
Published on Nov 26, 2020

Sri Lanka Govt and ADB sign USD 165Mn loan agreement to aid COVID hit SMEs

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Sri Lanka today signed a $165 million loan agreement to provide immediate financing support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which have been severely affected by the coronavirus disease ( …

Source: Lanka Business Online - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 5, 2020

Standard Chartered Sri Lanka clinches ADBâ€™s prestigious Trade Finance Deal of the Year 2020 Award

* Standard Chartered Sri Lanka clinches ADB’s prestigious Trade Finance Deal of the Year 2020 Award Thu, Nov 5, 2020, 10:05 am SL Time, ColomboPage News Desk, Sri Lanka.Nov 05, Colombo: Standard Chartered Sri Lanka has won the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB …

Source: Lanka Page - Neutral
Published on Feb 10, 2021

BBIN functionality rests solely on China’s involvement

Future functioning of the Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal (BBIN) initiative rests solely on China's involvement in this process as it is a major trading partner of nations in this region, said Rehman Sobhan yesterday. China is the single largest …

Source: Daily Star - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2020

CIM accelerates its e-learning proposition in Sri Lanka with new Live Virtual Training

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) announced today that it has strengthened its online training portfolio launching over 75 new live virtual training courses to allow Sri Lankan marketing professionals to take its most popular courses online. With …

Source: Lanka Business Online - Uncategorized
Published on Oct 21, 2020

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 Response: Saving Lives Today, Preparing for Tomorrow

The Sri Lanka COVID-19 Emergency Response and Health Systems Preparedness Project is supporting the government’s ‘test, track, isolate and treat’ strategy to control the pandemic by providing a steady supply of essential medical necessities, testing kits …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Dec 11, 2020

Manufacturing, construction recovery underway: ADB

ISLAMABAD: In its supplement to the Asian Development Outlook, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on Thursday that economic activity in South Asia has started to normalise from the third quarter, and Pakistan’s economy is recovering, particularly in …

Source: Dawn - Neutral
Published on Sep 16, 2020

ADB expects Sri Lankaâ€™s economy to contract by 5.5% this year

* ADB expects Sri Lanka’s economy to contract by 5.5% this year Wed, Sep 16, 2020, 11:56 pm SL Time, ColomboPage News Desk, Sri Lanka.Sept 16, Colombo: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) forecasts Sri Lanka's economic growth to contract by 5.5 percent …

Source: Lanka Page - Neutral
Published on Sep 16, 2020

ADB forecasts Sri Lanka’s growth to contract by 5.5%

Share00 Colombo, Sep 16 (IANS) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday forecast Sri Lanka’s economic growth to contract by 5.5 per cent this year, while South Asia’s overall growth will shrink by 6.8 per cent. Local media reports, quoting the report …

Source: CanIndia News - Neutral
Published on Nov 24, 2020

ADB to help SL small and medium-sized enterprises recover from COVID-19

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $165 million loan to Sri Lanka to provide immediate financing support for small and medium-enterprises (SMEs), which have been severely affected by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, and long-term …

Source: Lanka Business Online - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 22, 2020

Automation of cargo clearance processes to improve trade facilitation: ADB

Expeditious cargo clearance with minimal physical interface for an efficient supply chain and quick adoption to digitisation would help countries within South Asia to improve trade amidst the pandemic even as the national lockdowns have begun to ease, …

Source: Economic Times - Uncategorized
Published on Jun 17, 2020

Asian Development Bank to end fossil fuel financing

17 June 2020 12:32 (UTC+04:00) 229 By Trend NGO Forum on ADB, a network of over 250 civil society organizations across Asia calls out the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to end its green posturing and make real commitments towards a Paris aligned policy and …

Source: Azer News - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Jun 16, 2020

More investment in clean energy will help APAC recover from COVID-19 crisis: Asian Development Bank

NEW DELHI: A greater investment in clean energy will contribute to Asia-Pacific's recovery from the COVID-19 crisis and make economies more resilient against future shocks, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on Monday. In view of the current …

Source: Economic Times - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 12, 2020

ADB finds low education, skill level major challenge for Bangladeshi workforce

FE Report | Published: November 10, 2020 10:11:25 | Updated: November 10, 2020 14:22:03 The low-level education and skill of the majority of the workforce in Bangladesh remains a major constraint on the labout productivity and it poses a challenge to …

Source: Bangladesh News.net - Neutral
Published on Oct 8, 2020

Government to obtain a $ 400 million loan from ADB to develop secondary education

* Government to obtain a $ 400 million loan from ADB to develop secondary education Thu, Oct 8, 2020, 10:22 am SL Time, ColomboPage News Desk, Sri Lanka.Oct 08, Colombo: The government has received the cabinet approval at the Cabinet Meeting held on 1st …

Source: Lanka Page - Neutral
Published on Sep 14, 2020

NDB enters into landmark agreement to enable last mile financing with iLoan Lanka

* NDB enters into landmark agreement to enable last mile financing with iLoan Lanka Mon, Sep 14, 2020, 09:28 am SL Time, ColomboPage News Desk, Sri Lanka.Sept 14, Colombo: National development Bank (NDB) recently joined hands with iLoan Lanka Ltd. in an …

Source: Lanka Page - Neutral

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Published on December 10, 2020 - 21:56 GMT

$9 BILLION ADB FACILITY TO HELP MEMBERS ACCESS AND DISTRIBUTE COVID-19 VACCINES

SAMOA, December 10 - MANILA, PHILIPPINES (11 December 2020) – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched a $9 billion vaccine initiative—the Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (APVAX)—offering rapid and equitable support to its developing members as …

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Published on December 3, 2020 - 00:27 GMT

ADB Announces $40 Million Grant to Boost Road Safety in Samoa

SAMOA, December 3 - News Release | 3 December 2020 MANILA, PHILIPPINES (3 December 2020) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $40 million grant for a project to make one of Samoa’s most critical roads safer, more efficient, climate-resilient, …

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Published on January 15, 2021 - 21:53 GMT

GG56 Ltd. Presents Innovative Health Solution Pass&Go App at AeHIN 7th Annual Conference

HONG KONG, Jan. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GG56 Ltd. is pleased to announce its participation in the Asia eHealth Information Network (AeHIN) MarketPlace, held virtually from Manila, Philippines on January 14th. The AeHIN promotes peer-to-peer …

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Published on August 20, 2020 - 13:51 GMT

SAMOA SIGNS $1.5 MILLION ADB GRANT TO SUPPORT RESPONSE TO COVID-19

SAMOA, August 20 - The Government of Samoa today signed a $1.5 million grant from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to help fund the country’s response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Samoa’s Minister of Finance and ADB Governor Honorable …

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Published on January 4, 2021 - 12:16 GMT

What happens to the African Energy Industry if Western Lenders cut off Loans for Fossil Fuel Projects? (By NJ Ayuk)

By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (http://EnergyChamber.org) A little more than a year ago, in November 2019, the European Investment Bank (EIB) declared its intention to phase out funding for fossil fuels. Specifically, it …

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Published on July 30, 2020 - 02:05 GMT

ADB Provides $20 Million Grant to Help Samoa Respond to COVID-19

SAMOA, July 30 - ADB – MANILA, PHILIPPINES (30 July 2020); The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $20 million grant to help the Government of Samoa respond to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The grant will help fund measures to …

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Published on October 22, 2020 - 09:51 GMT

Development finance institutions pledge to sustain COVID-19 mitigation, livelihood recovery

Multilateral development finance institutions on Wednesday pledged to continue to collaborate in their efforts to mitigate the adverse impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and accelerate the recovery of economies and livelihoods. At an extraordinary virtual …

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Published on October 8, 2020 - 15:59 GMT

COVID-19 crisis is pushing us to refocus priorities, says Bank Vice President Quaynor in Global Infrastructure Forum ...

Download logo The African Development Bank (https://www.AfDB.org/) hosted an online seminar on 7 October as part of the fourth annual Global Infrastructure Forum, drawing together representatives of government, the private sector and …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 23:21 GMT

The GLOBAL Rhapsody Online Prayer Conference is here again

The Rhapsody Online Prayer Conference is an opportune time of prayers for all Rhapsody partners globally! MANCHESTER, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MILLIONS TO PARTICIPATE IN UPCOMING RHAPSODY ONLINE PRAYER …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 17:07 GMT

Laura Hammarstrom Awarded Certificate in Event Management by Cvent

Laura Hammarstrom, the founder of Laura Hammarstrom, CMP, LLC, earns Cvent Event Management certification, adding to her long list of noteworthy achievements. BENTONVILLE, AR, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Laura …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 14:12 GMT

Palm Beach Residents Unite To X-Out Human Trafficking

The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County renews valued partnership with #ENDITMOVEMENT. WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, USA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Palm Beach Residents Unite To X-Out Human Trafficking The Salvation Army of Palm …

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Published on February 27, 2021 - 00:36 GMT

Innovative Smart Bag redefines menstruation management for refugee girls in Uganda

In Uganda, menstruation management presents a daunting challenge for so many adolescent girls and women. The inability to adequately manage their periods means they often choose to forego school and stay at home for several days each month, according to a …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 11:00 GMT

Governments and Corporations are Responsible for the Death of Small Business

No More Excuses: Small Business Needs Support, Not Lockdowns and Unfair Restrictions TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How many small businesses throughout Canada have struggled and closed while many large …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 07:33 GMT

Miners Garden Mining Platform offers new affordable cloud mining contracts

Make your crypto growing fast and super with Miners Garden Cloud Mining Platform ENGLAND, PROVINCE, UNITED KINGDOM, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "Your first choice to start cryptocurrency mining - miners garden - BTC Mining" …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 06:30 GMT

COVID-19 a Key Focus for World Suicide Prevention Experts in Australia This Year

Australia will be in the world spotlight this September as lead international experts gather to share ways to tackle the potential impact of COVID-19 on suicide GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 05:50 GMT

eZ-XPO Announces Zoom Live Streaming Making It Simple For Virtual Summit With Sponsorship

Empower all Zoom and Virtual Trade Show customers with private Live Streaming without going through YouTube or Facebook with sponsorship logo display SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- eZ-Xpo, the …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 05:43 GMT

North - East Civil Society Forum Calls for UN Zero Draft to Include Referal of Sri Lanka to Int'l Criminal Court (ICC)

"Representatives of the Tamil Victim groups, Civil society groups and Religious leaders spoke at this event" COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- North - East Civil Society Forum, which recently organized a …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 16:11 GMT

As US Secretary of State Blinken Call for Action on Sri Lanka - He was Asked to Help Refer to Int’l Criminal Court -ICC

"A Civil Society Group from Sri Lanka have sent a letter to Secretary Blinken, urging him to help refer Sri Lanka to the International Criminal Court (ICC)" JAFFNA, SRI LANKA, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Secretary …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 16:06 GMT

Author C. Orville McLeish Delivers Inspiring Messages Through His Christian Books

C. Orville McLeish is an acclaimed Christian author and visionary who creatively conveys God’s message to readers of all backgrounds KINGSTON, JAMAICA, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On a mission to truly know God, and with a vision to …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 15:41 GMT

Guided by Grief Launches Turn-key Program for Funeral Homes and Healthcare Organizations to Offer Ongoing Grief Support

The Funeral is Over, Now What? Beyond Today is an automated way for healthcare and death-care professionals to offer ongoing grief support to families served. AUSTIN, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Funeral is …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 10:02 GMT

Registration is now open for SMi Group’s 2nd annual Future Armored Vehicles: Protection Systems USA 2021

SMi Reports: Registration is now open for the Future Armored Vehicles: Protection Systems USA, which returns as a virtual conference this June. LONDON, LONDON BRIDGE , UNITED KINGDOM, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The highly …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 08:55 GMT

Rising Public Concern About Food Safety Is Expected To Boost The Analytical Standards Industry

The Business Research Company’s Analytical Standards Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Growth And Change LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New year, new updates! Our reports have been revised for market size, …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 08:49 GMT

Automotive Airbags Silicone Market Provides Silicone Rubber Fabric Coatings And Seam Sealants For Enhanced Safety

The Business Research Company’s Automotive Airbags Silicone Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact And Recovery LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New year, new updates! Our reports have been revised for …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 08:48 GMT

The Application Security Market Is Driven By Increasing Security Breaches At The Business Application Level

The Business Research Company’s Application Security Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Growth And Change LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New year, new updates! Our reports have been revised for market size, …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 08:44 GMT

Eden Biologics Anticipates Initiation of Global Phase 3 in 2021 H2 for Its Denosumab Biosimilar

Eden Biologics today announced completion of enrollment for Phase 1 PK Clinical Trial of Eden's lead product candidate EB1001, a Denosumab biosimilar. HSINCHU, TAIWAN, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eden Biologics, Inc., a global …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 07:44 GMT

Yet Another Certified Betradar Integration by GammaStack

A certified Betradar integration of live and pre-match API has been successfully done by GammaStack for the sportsbook platform of one of their customers. WILMINGTON, DELAWARE, USA, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The iGaming industry is …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 05:24 GMT

Opioid overdoses continued to soar in 2020 demanding more attention from all citizens to help save lives

The Foundation for a Drug-Free World, with other drug education organizations, is calling on the community to reach out and help fight rising drug fatalities WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 00:33 GMT

TGTE's Response to Sri Lanka Foreign Minister's Statement at the UN Human Rights Council

"It is high time that UNHRC completely ignores the bogus pleas & excuses of the Sri Lankan state and lives up to its foundational mandate of providing justice" GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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