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As we wrap up on this trust fund, we would like to give you this parting gift: the AASCTF Data Room in @DevelopmentAsia. 🎁 This has all our knowledge from developing smart solutions for people-centric smart cities. ✨ tinyurl.com/AASCTF
Thank you for all the support!
Incoming ADB Vice-President HK Yu was formerly the @AusAmbPH who we were delighted to have worked with for our project in Baguio. Ms. Yu visited the Sadjap water level station, one of the 10 stations constructed under the our smart flood early warning and mitigation project.
#ADBNews: ADB welcomes Hae Kyong “HK” Yu as its new Vice-President for Administration and Corporate Management.
Ms Yu brings over 30 years of expertise in international relations, economic policy, and strategic governance.
She will succeed Bruce Gosper, whose term ends on 31 January 2026: ow.ly/8eIs50XI3RP
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#ADBNews: In the Lao PDR, many vocational education and training graduates face unemployment due to a mismatch between skills and labour market needs.
ADB’s new financing package aims to close this gap, enhancing skills, boosting local employment, and supporting a more resilient economy: ow.ly/9a3n50XvIY9
AASCTF, with @dfat funding, was recently in Penang 🇲🇾 to support @MBPP19 with the sustainment of the micro-simulation model developed. Advanced training was provided to empower staff with reviewing transport impacts from planned developments and ensure livability. @AusHCMalaysia
Sabaidee! 👋 AASCTF was back in Luang Prabang this week to support the sustainment of the Luang Prabang Smart and Integrated Urban Strategy. We're finding ways to unlock partnerships and funding opportunities that can bring the government's plans to life. linkedin.com/feed/update/urn…
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Looking back on #WorldCitiesDay, one idea stands out — cities should make daily life simpler and more connected.
A well-designed city lets people access services easily, travel safely, and find opportunity wherever they live. 🌍
#CitiesForAll #SustainableCities
People are at the heart of smart cities. 💙 This #WorldCitiesDay, we celebrate people-centered smart cities, recognizing that digital solutions should be anchored on people's needs, so as to provide them with a better quality of life. youtu.be/psxGjlkSyQ0?si=vzW-…
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Asia-Pacific’s cities are projected to grow from 2.48 billion residents in 2023 to 3.38 billion by 2050.
@UNDPasiapac's report warns that the region’s urban future hinges on one critical factor: strong governance.
More ahead of Friday's #WorldCitiesDay: go.undp.org/ic7
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ADB congratulates Timor-Leste on joining ASEAN as its 11th member. This milestone reflects the nation’s commitment to regional cooperation and inclusive development.
We stand ready to help unlock new opportunities for growth as the country enters a new chapter of integration in Southeast Asia.
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Over 2.2 billion people live in urban centers across Asia and the Pacific, and the number is rising fast.
This growth is putting pressure on services, and the environment.
To build cities that thrive, we need innovative solutions in design, construction, and urban management.
Empowering people is what we strive to do. In Baguio City 🇵🇭, with @AusAmbPH & @ADBPhilippines support, we developed a flood early warning system that serves everyone, especially the most vulnerable. Here are 5 key steps to make the system truly inclusive. adb.org/news/videos/empoweri…
AASCTF seeks to create impact in 3 key ways: activating place, empowering people, and convening partnerships. In activating place, we unleash a city's potential by giving them the smart tools and using data to enable vibrant urban growth. See some of our work with cities here ⬇️
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Cities are more than bricks & mortar.
They are the promise of home.
Yet, in our rapidly urbanising world, cities often shoulder the impacts of today’s crises.
On this #WorldHabitatDay, let’s build stronger cities that ensure safety & belonging for all. un.org/en/observances/habita…
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What does it mean for a city to stay truly habitable?🌍
Copenhagen shows how adaptation can turn crisis into opportunity, from near bankruptcy to one of the world’s most liveable cities.
Learn more here: ramboll.com/resilient-societ…
#WorldHabitatDay #LetsCloseTheGap
We're back! 👋🏼 From starting with the promise of smart cities to unlocking the potential of ASEAN cities, AASCTF continues its support with solutions that put people first. This #UrbanOctober, with @dfat, @ADB_HQ and @ramboll, we'll ensure our interventions create lasting impact.
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Australia has announced over $500 million to further deepen our engagement with Southeast Asia & implement ‘Invested: Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040’.
We welcomed Southeast Asian diplomatic colleagues to @DFAT today to discuss the 🇦🇺Budget. #AusSEAInvested
Is AASCTF bringing positive change to @ASEAN cities? By the looks of our latest newsletter, the answer is YES! From our Baguio project receiving a plaque from @AusAmbPH HK Yu to presenting the integrated urban strategy to Luang Prabang, see it all here ⬇️ mailchi.mp/adb/aasctf-smart-…
OUT NOW: @ADB_HQ has released the Urban Financing Partnership Facility 2023 Annual Report. The UFPF supports urban development in Asia and the Pacific, including in the @ASEAN via AASCTF. See our updates on page 53, and pages 14-19 for our impact stories. adb.org/documents/urban-fina…
ALT Cover of the ADB Urban Financing Partnership Facility (UFPF) 2023 Annual Report, which shows the City of Manila in the Philippines, specifically a patch of greenery with the National Museum in the background.
ALT A page from the UFPF report showing the start of the chapter on the ASEAN Australia Smart Cities Trust Fund (page 53), with a photo of a man and woman running against a city skyline backdrop. Also on the page is the logo of AASCTF's financing partner, the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.