ADB, based in Manila, is dedicated to reducing poverty in Asia and the Pacific through inclusive economic growth, environmentally sustainable growth and regional integration. Established in 1966, it is owned by 67 members — 48 from the region. In 2011, ADB approvals including cofinancing totaled $21.7 billion. About Uzbekistan Resident Mission: The Uzbekistan Resident Mission (URM), located in Tashkent, was formally opened in 1998. URM’s primary role includes: Country strategy and programming Policy dialogue and support Portfolio management and administration of delegated projects Aid coordination Economic and sector work and other analytical work Government, civil society, and private sector relations Country reporting External relations and information dissemination URM applies the advantage of its in-country presence to assist missions from headquarters in periodic country portfolio and program review activities and to provide mission follow-up support. It can assist interested parties by providing information on ADB and its activities in general and in Uzbekistan. URM’s resources are of interest particularly to stakeholders in ADB-supported projects in Uzbekistan.
IFC is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in developing countries. IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, advances economic development and improves the lives of people by encouraging the growth of the private sector in developing countries. We achieve this by creating new markets, mobilizing other investors, and sharing expertise. In doing so, we create jobs and raise living standards, especially for the poor and vulnerable. Our work supports the World Bank Group’s twin goals of ending extreme poverty and boosting shared prosperity.