Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
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President Masato Kanda
Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda yesterday announced that the ADB will provide immediate grant support of up to $ 3 million to Sri Lanka; $ 2 million to Thailand; and $ 2 million to Viet Nam, following requests for support from the Governments.
“I am deeply saddened by the suffering caused by these devastating floods,” said Kanda. “The Governments and people of Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Viet Nam can rest assured that the ADB will provide assistance to help save lives and rebuild communities. We will work quickly and cooperatively with Governments to bring shelter, comfort, and hope to those affected by these terrible events.”
The grants will support emergency and humanitarian efforts, and will come from the Asia Pacific Disaster Response Fund (APDRF), which provides fast-tracked grants to developing member countries for life-saving purposes in the immediate aftermath of major disasters triggered by natural hazards.
Flooding has caused extensive loss of life and damage to property and infrastructure across South and Southeast Asia.
The ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together, the ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives, build quality infrastructure, and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966, ADB is owned by 69 members—50 from the region.
