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Asian Development Bank Supports Kiribati’s Economic Growth with Loan and Grant Projects

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has made significant contributions to Kiribati’s economic growth through its loan and grant projects from January 1, 2012, to December 31, 2016. During this period, the ADB provided a total of $3.24 million in loans and grants to support various development initiatives in the country.

Projects Aimed at Promoting Economic Growth

The ADB’s loan and grant projects in Kiribati aimed to promote economic growth, improve infrastructure, and enhance social services. The projects included investments in:

• Agriculture
• Education
• Healthcare
• Transportation
• Other key sectors

The ADB’s funding also supported the government’s efforts to address:

• Climate change
• Disaster risk reduction
• Sustainable development

ADB’s Commitment to Supporting Kiribati

“We are committed to supporting Kiribati’s economic growth and development,” said Robert Jauncey, ADB Regional Director for the Pacific Subregional Office. “Our loan and grant projects aim to address the country’s key development challenges and promote sustainable development.”

ADB’s Partnership with the Government of Kiribati

The ADB has a strong partnership with the Government of Kiribati, which is represented on its Board of Directors by:

• Mathew Fox, Director
• Scott Dawson, Alternate Director

Learning More about the ADB’s Loan and Grant Projects in Kiribati

For more information about the ADB’s loan and grant projects in Kiribati, please visit www.adb.org/kiribati.

Contact Information

• Asian Development Bank - Pacific Subregional Office
  • Level 5, Ra Marama Building, 91 Gordon Street, Suva, Fiji
  • Tel: +679 331 8101
  • Fax: +679 331 8074
  • Email: adbspso@adb.org
• Asian Development Bank Headquarters
  • 6 ADB Avenue, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines
  • Tel: +63 2 632 4444
  • Fax: +63 2 636 2444