This compendium discusses how ADB's knowledge products and services provided in line with The Philippines Country Knowledge Strategy and Plan, 2012–2017 are contributing to the country's development.
Knowledge is critical in addressing the complex challenges of development and poverty reduction faced by the Philippines. As a development and knowledge-based institution, ADB's strategic directions to support the knowledge needs of the country focuses on (i) sustainable and climate- and disaster-resilient infrastructure; (ii) local economic development, governance, and regional cooperation; (iii) social innovations; and (v) gender equality.