Resources
Climate Change and Biodiversity Legal and Policy Frameworks in Asia-Pacific Developing Countries
This resource provides a tabular analysis of legal and policy frameworks addressing the nexus between climate change and biodiversity among developing countries in Asia and the Pacific.
Unlocking the Potential of Islamic Finance in the Philippines: A Market Analysis and Landscape Report
This report explores the potential of Islamic Finance in the Philippines for domestic and international investors. By examining the country's economic health and financial sector, as well as analyzing demographics, consumer behavior, and demand, the report identifes a promising potential market for Shariah-compliant financial products and services. This is further supported and reinforced by the government’s support and key milestones achieved in building an enabling Islamic finance ecosystem in the country.
Post-Conference Booklet: Strengthening Insolvency Systems in Asia and the Pacific
The Post-Conference Booklet of the Strengthening Insolvency Systems in Asia Conference provides a comprehensive account of the proceedings of the event held on 15-16 December 2022 at the ADB Headquarters. It synthesizes the insights of insolvency law reform experts who explored ways to enhance restructuring and insolvency frameworks in Asia and the Pacific.
Regional Symposium on Forest and Protected Areas Legislation and Jurisprudence: Bridging Law and Science Post-Symposium Booklet
This Post-Symposium Booklet is based on the proceedings of the Regional Symposium on Forest and Protected Areas Legislation and Jurisprudence: Bridging Law and Science, held in Kathmandu, Nepal, from 27–29 April 2023.
Manuál kona-ba Investigasaun ba Ofensas Violénsia Bazeia ba Jéneru ba Ministériu Públiku Timor-Leste (Handbook on Investigation of Gender-Based Violence Offenses for the Timor-Leste Public Prosecution Service, Tetum Version)
The handbook aims to strengthen the prosecution of gender-based violence (GBV) offenses by helping prosecutors, justice officials, law enforcement agents, and other stakeholders to investigate GBV and gather evidence, all while respecting the dignity of the victim and local cultural norms.
Handbook on Investigation of Gender-Based Violence Offenses for the Timor-Leste Public Prosecution Service
The handbook aims to strengthen the prosecution of gender-based violence (GBV) offenses by helping prosecutors, justice officials, law enforcement agents, and other stakeholders to investigate GBV and gather evidence, all while respecting the dignity of the victim and local cultural norms.
Second South Pacific International Arbitration Conference: Enhancing the Rule of Law & Increasing Business Confidence in a Globalized Economy
To raise awareness and discuss the positive development impact of international arbitration reform in the South Pacific, the Government of Papua New Guinea, ADB, UNCITRAL Regional Centre for Asia and the Pacific and other partners hosted the Second South Pacific International Arbitration Conference.
Asia-Pacific Conference on the Promotion of Gender-Responsive Judicial Systems Post-Conference Booklet Volume 1
Strengthening Formal Justice Systems’ Responses to Violence Against Women and Girls POST-CONFERENCE BOOKLET Volume I: Main Proceedings 23 May 2022
The Dawn of International Arbitration in the South Pacific
The Government of Fiji, in collaboration with Asian Development Bank and United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Regional Centre for Asia and the Pacific, cohosted the first-of-its kind inaugural South Pacific International Arbitration Conference to raise awareness and discuss the positive development impact of international arbitration reform in the South Pacific.