Cities Development Initiative for Asia (CDIA)

09/04/2025

is one of the most urbanized countries in Asia, but many struggle to meet the increased demand for infrastructure and services.

In January 2025, ADB Senior Urban Development Specialist Lara Arjan and CDIA Urban Development Specialist Brian Capati tracked the progress of four CDIA-supported projects in , , , , , and . These projects were aimed at addressing key gaps and transforming these rapidly growing cities.

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/2uycjj58

02/04/2025

🌟 Welcome to our first quarterly edition! 🌟

🚀 Discover our new initiatives in Armenia and Uzbekistan, the final milestone in our e-mobility project in Siem Reap, and the results of our interventions in Pakistan. 🌏

Gain insights from Ivan Rodriguez Drobinski on his ADB-CDIA journey, and, don't forget to mark your calendars for the ADB Water and Urban Development Forum, 27-30 May 2025! 🗓️

Get all the details here: https://tinyurl.com/3efh3s4r

02/04/2025

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20/03/2025

🚍 Final Workshop on E-Mobility Project Underway in Siem Reap

ADB-CDIA’s Lara Arjan and Iván Fuentetaja Rodríguez are now in Siem Reap, Cambodia, for the Final Workshop on the Electric Bus Fleet as a Public Service Project.

In collaboration with the ក្រសួងសាធារណការ និងដឹកជញ្ជូន Ministry of Public Works and Transport - MPWT, Government, Group, and various other stakeholders, ADB-CDIA prepared a feasibility study aimed at establishing a low-carbon and smart public transport system in Siem Reap, featuring an electric bus fleet for three new bus lines. The study is funded by the Republic of through the Ministry of Economy and Finance. This initiative is pipelined for public-private partnership (PPP) financing.

And what a fantastic way to start their visit! By engaging with tuk-tuk drivers, the CDIA team is ensuring last-mile connectivity solutions that support local livelihoods. This seamless and inclusive transition to e-mobility is all about keeping communities moving – without leaving anyone behind! 🌏🫶

17/03/2025

🔵Are you a passionate young water professional eager to contribute to a water-secure future for Asia and the Pacific? ADB is looking to involve young peer reviewers in shaping the Asian Water Development Outlook (AWDO) 2025!

A benchmarking tool for measuring the water security of countries in Asia and the Pacific, AWDO 2025 aims to bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. This engagement will provide young professionals with valuable experience and exposure to the review process. Young professionals' participation and feedback are highly valued and will be acknowledged in the report.

Apply now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1b9mZBW6wMobLsVTfGNNhg1DcwlhRM44xWxbWwr79_9zSaQ/viewform

14/03/2025

The deadline for EOI submission has been extended to 20 March 2025!

🚀 Exciting Opportunity for Consulting Firms! 🚀

We’re seeking top-notch consulting firms to collaborate on the ARMENIA: Conceptual Design and Due Diligence for the Yerevan Sustainable Urban Transport and Electric Mobility Project. 🌍⚡

This is your chance to shape the future of sustainable mobility in Yerevan!

🔍 Procurement requirements and project details: https://cdia.asia/consulting-opportunities/
📅 Deadline for EOI Submission: 8 March 2025 (11:59 PM Manila local time)

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24/02/2025

🚀 Exciting Opportunity for Consulting Firms! 🚀

We’re seeking top-notch consulting firms to collaborate on the ARMENIA: Conceptual Design and Due Diligence for the Yerevan Sustainable Urban Transport and Electric Mobility Project. 🌍⚡

This is your chance to shape the future of sustainable mobility in Yerevan!

🔍 Procurement requirements and project details: https://cdia.asia/consulting-opportunities/
📅 Deadline for EOI Submission: 8 March 2025 (11:59 PM Manila local time)

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13/02/2025

Are you a skilled website maintenance expert? We are looking for an individual service provider who will ensure our website, www.cdia.asia, is secure, up-to-date, and performing at its best! Apply by 19 February 2025 and help us maintain a top-notch online presence. 🚀

Send your CV and proposal indicating your daily rate to [email protected].

Terms of Reference:https://cdia.asia/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/TOR_CDIA-Website-Maintenance-2025.pdf