Attendees of this panel discussion will gain valuable insights into the critical role of concessional finance, particularly through the Asian Development Fund (ADF), in supporting vulnerable Developing Member Countries (DMCs) such as Fragile and Conflict-Affected Situations (FCAS) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The session will highlight how grants can catalyze innovative development initiatives and foster sustainable cooperation, focusing on lessons learned from past evaluations, best practices and strategies for long-term development.
Lead Presenter:
Nassreena Baddiri, Evaluation Specialist, IED, ADB
Panelists:
Wendy Walker, Director, Human and Social Development, Sector Group (SG), ADB
Erik Aelbers, Principal Planning and Policy Economist, Strategy, Policy, and Partnerships Department (SPD), ADB
Rosalind McKenzie, Principal Operations Coordination Specialist (Fragile & Conflict-Afflicted Situations), Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD), ADB
Made Arya Wijaya, Executive Director, Board of Directors and Vice-Chair of the Development Effectiveness Committee, ADB
Asau Leauma, Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Finance, Tuvalu
Moderator:
Nassreena Baddiri, Evaluation Specialist, IED, ADB
