Search Results

Нақшаи Стратегӣ 2020 Форуми созмонҳои ғайридавлатӣ оид ба БОР тасмим гирифтааст, ки “Харитаи роҳ ба маъракаи стратегӣ барои солҳои 2014-2020: сӯи тағйироти пойдор ва системавӣ”-и худро амалӣ кунад. ​ Дар шаш соли оянда Форум хоҳад дид, ки дар доираи БОР тағйироти системавӣ ба амал оварад ва бо тавсеаи муштариёни худ, то онҳо бо масъулияти бештар ба эҳтиёҷоти рушд ва заминаҳои маҳаллии ҷомеаҳои Осиё посух диҳанд. аз номи одамони зарардида, ки осебпазирии онҳо аз ҷониби барномаи каҷшудаи рушди БОР зиёд шудааст. Нуқтаи марказии Гурӯҳҳои корӣ ва созмонҳои узв таҳкими овоз ва тавонмандии камбизоатҳо, занон, гурӯҳҳои этникӣ ва бахшҳои маҳдудшуда мебошад. Раванди банақшагирӣ Форум стратегияи чаҳорчӯба, нақшаи маърака ва тарҳи ташкилии худро моҳи декабри соли 2012 тавассути ҷаласаи омодагӣ дар Бангкоки Таиланд оғоз кард. Пас аз баргузории вохӯриҳои кишвар ва минтақавӣ ин раванд моҳи ноябри соли 2013 тавассути семинари амалӣ дар Силанг, Кавити Филиппин ба анҷом расид. Кумитаи Байналмиллалии (IC) / Шӯрои сарпарастон ва директори иҷроия раванди банақшагирии стратегии дарозмуддатро роҳнамоӣ карданд. Гурӯҳи стратегӣ, ки аз як стратеги пешбар, даъваткунандаи IC ва кормандони Котиботи иборат аст, рафтор ва анҷоми банақшагирии солонаро назорат мекард. Натиҷаи ниҳоии ин раванди пуршиддат, иштирокӣ ва динамикӣ “Харитаи роҳ” мебошад, ки ба таври муассир нақшаи Стратегияи дарозмуддати соли 2006-ро иваз мекунад. МАШВАРАТЙ ДАР МАМЛАКАТ Дар Арманистон, Бангладеш, Ҳиндустон, Индонезия, Муғулистон, Филиппин ва Шри-Ланка ҷаласаҳои стратегӣ баргузор шуданд. Дар шимолу шарки Хиндустон машварати суб-миллй барпо гардид. Дар ҷаласаи солонаи Форуми соли 2013 гузориши як вазъ дар кишвар дар бораи Камбоҷа, Мянма ва Непал мавҷуд буд. Гурўњњои кории кишварї њангоми банаќшагирии чорабинињои маъракаи пешазинтихоботї оид ба масъалањои марбут ба БОР, дурнамои миллї ба эътибор гирифтаанд. Аъзоён дар бораи чӣ гуна ба даст овардани тавсеа ва дубора фаъолсозии шабака, афзоиши фишори ҷамъиятӣ ба Бонк ва устувории маъракаҳо дар кишварҳои худ стратегияи муайян карданд. МАШВАРАТХОИ МИНТАКАВЙ Банақшагирии стратегия дар минтақаҳои Осиёи Марказӣ ва Қафқоз (Бишкек, Қирғизистон), Осиёи Ҷанубу Шарқӣ (Бангкок, Таиланд) ва Осиёи Ҷанубӣ (Дакка, Бангладеш) сурат гирифт. Дар Бангкок ҷаласаи гурӯҳи зерминтақавии Меконг, ки дар он вакилони Камбоҷа, Ветнам ва созмонҳои INGO дар ин минтақа қарор доштанд, ширкат карданд. Гурӯҳҳои кории минтақавӣ ба самтҳои калидии мавзӯӣ, аз ҷумла робитаҳои фаромарзӣ, ки дар он ҷо ҳамоҳангӣ ва мукаммалӣ дар адвокатура муқаррар карда мешавад, афзалият доданд. Ин ба онхо имконият дод, ки плани кон-солидацияи кор ва тадбирхои панчсоларо тартиб диханд. СТРАТЕГИЯИ ШАШСОЛА "Харитаи роҳ" Форумро дар амалисозии маъракаҳои мавзӯии минтақавии ҷорӣ ва оянда роҳнамоӣ мекунад. Он механизми мониторинг ва идоракунии таъсироти таблиғоти худро таъмин мекунад. Ба ҳамин монанд, он барои омӯзиши минбаъдаи Форум нисбат ба натиҷаҳои таъсири амали он хидмат мекунад. Форум дар панҷ мавзӯи корӣ: об, энержӣ, тағирёбии иқлим, урбанизатсия ва ҳуқуқи инсон дар Осиёи Марказӣ, Осиёи Ҷанубу Шарқӣ ва Осиёи Ҷанубӣ ба таблиғот такя мекунад ва арзиши илова мекунад. Кафолатҳо (муҳит, кӯчонидани иҷборӣ, мардуми бумӣ) ва ҷинсиятро масъалаҳои байниҳамдигар муайян кардаанд. Интизор меравад, ки то соли 2020 овоз ва агентии мардуми Осиё, ба хусус камбизоатон ва ҳошиямондагон, дар як иқтидори устувор барои ҷалби БОР ба сӯи тағйироти пойдор ва системавӣ баланд бардошта шавад. Ин дар он аст, ки Форум ба таври муассир БОР ва қарзгирандагони онро водор кардааст, ки дар муколамаҳои созандаи худ бо ҷомеаи шаҳрвандӣ ва дигар ҷонибҳои манфиатдор воқеан ҳисоботдиҳанда, шаффоф, кушода ва омода бошанд.

RippleFX Map Read more about the exhibition | See the artwork up close | Read the Press Release RIPPLE EFFECT The 'Ripple Effect' Watercolor Exhibition seeks to illuminate the intricate connections between environmental degradation, social injustice, and human rights violations stemming from the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) projects. This significant exhibition, scheduled from May 1-5, 2024, in Tbilisi, Georgia, serves as a platform for impacted communities to voice their concerns and convey a potent message using the evocative medium of watercolor. ​ The exhibition's core theme delves into the far-reaching consequences of ADB-funded destructive projects on global social and ecosystems. Artists will utilize watercolor as a poignant medium, capturing the innate beauty of water juxtaposed with the challenges and destruction wrought by ADB initiatives. Furthermore, these watercolor paintings will undergo digital reproduction to extend their reach via social media platforms. Unveiling ADB's Ecological & Human Rights Violations through Watercolor Narratives This exhibition is presented by the NGO Forum on ADB in collaboration with the Coalition for Human Rights in Development, CEE Bankwatch, and Green Alternative, with support from the Heinrich Böll Stiftung Southeast Asia. - ABOUT THE ARTISTS - MORSALINA ANIKA A young visual artist from Bangladesh is currently pursuing her studies in the Fine Arts with a specialization in painting. Alongside her academic pursuits, she has passionately engaged in various social movements over the past seven years, advocating for causes such as anti-corruption, road safety, anti-rape, abolition of the Digital Security Act, and the protection of trees on Satmasjid Road, among others. Presently she holds a role as a member in the film and fine arts department of Bangladesh Udichi Shilpogosthi (central parliament). LABANI JANGI A 2020 PARI Fellow and self-taught painter from West Bengal's Nadia district, explores the intersection of art and social issues. Currently pursuing a PhD on labor migrations at the Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, Kolkata, her work reflects a deep engagement with human experiences and societal dynamics. ​ * Art pieces are digitized by Karl Isaac Santos from the Philippines. Back to Top Promises Unfulfilled Song Bung 4 Hydropower Project | Vietnam This painting tells the tragic story of a 156-megawatt hydropower project in Vietnam funded by the ADB. It depicts the impending devastation for the Ka Tu ethnic minority, underscoring the ADB's negative role in disregarding safeguards and public communication policies. The artwork vividly shows the ADB's failure to consult stakeholders transparently, expressive strokes unveil the struggles of affected families, emphasizing issues like housing, livelihood, and compensation inadequacies. In the Flow of Opposition Tanahu Hydropower Project | Nepal This piece captures the essence of the Tanahu Hydropower Project in Nepal, funded by the ADB, amidst a backdrop of serene landscapes. However, within the gentle strokes lie shadows of contention and struggle. The artwork portrays the obstacles faced by the project, including issues of inadequate compensation, insufficient consultation, and incomplete impact assessments. Indigenous communities are depicted expressing their concerns about representation and the potential harm to their ancestral lands. Allegations of violating ADB policies linger in the background, adding layers of complexity to the unfolding narrative. Silent Desolation Mundra Ultra Mega Power Project | India This piece portrays the silent struggles of fish workers, farmers, herders, and communities on the verge of poverty. Funded by the ADB, the flawed implementation of the massive power station has left a mark of environmental and social devastation. Tragadi bandar, Kothadi bander, and Navinal, once vibrant, now echo stories of debt cycles, diminished fish catch, and shattered dreams. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder that affected communities seek justice, amplifying the voices silenced by coal dust, salinity, and economic exploitation. Nature's Last Stand Railway Sector Investment Program | India This piece captures the delicate balance between nature's beauty and the looming threat of railway expansion in the Western Ghats. Funded by the ADB, the proposed project cuts through biodiversity hotspots, endangering ecosystems and disrupting the lives of indigenous communities. The artwork stands as a powerful reminder of the vulnerability at hand and the pressing requirement for sustainable policies. It represents the enduring global battle for environmental conservation amidst unbridled development. Phulbari's Fight Against Corporate Greed Phulbari Coal Project | Bangladesh Capturing the resilient spirit of Phulbari, this evocative watercolor painting stands as a testament to the community's fierce resistance against the proposed coal mining project. As the ADB withdrew its support, echoing the global call to halt the Phulbari coal project, the canvas reflects the tragic 2006 protests, the unwavering determination of the Forum network and allies, and the alarming environmental impact, emphasizing the displacement of 130,000 people and the absence of a viable plan to prevent acid mine contamination. Shadows of Progress Visayas Base-load Power Project | Philippines In this watercolor painting, the Visayas Base-load Power Project funded by the ADB is portrayed amidst a landscape of vibrant hues. Yet, within the serene scenery lie contours of contention. Environmental concerns ripple through the canvas, as the looming presence of coal-fired power plants raises questions about sustainability and ecological balance. Social displacement casts shadows on the landscape, as communities grapple with the implications of land acquisition and resettlement. Amidst these challenges, the delicate dance between energy security and environmental stewardship unfolds. Journey Through the CAREC Corridor CAREC Transport Corridor 1 | Kyrgyz Republic This painting depicts the intricate pathways of the CAREC Transport Corridor, connecting Central Asian nations for trade and cooperation. Vibrant hues illustrate the promise of connectivity and economic growth. However, looming in the background are the shadows of challenges. Security risks in conflict zones and the environmental impact of infrastructure development cast uncertainties on the corridor's future. Through delicate brushstrokes, it serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities inherent in progress and the necessity for mindful navigation through interconnected landscapes. Ripples of Concern Mahaweli Water Security Investment Program | Sri lanka This artwork captures the story of the Mahaweli Water Security Investment Program in Sri Lanka, funded by the ADB. Serene hues depict the tranquil waters of the Mahaweli River, yet beneath the surface, concerns emerge. Environmental impact shadows the landscape as the infrastructure alters the river's flow, impacting the habitat of native elephants. Social displacement adds complexity as communities confront land acquisition and resettlement. Technical challenges illustrate the complexities of water management. Financial sustainability and governance issues further complicate the picture. Teesta's Troubled Waters Teesta Irrigation Project | Bangladesh This art piece delves into the complexities surrounding the Teesta Irrigation Project, funded by the ADB. Amidst serene landscapes, turbulent currents of controversy and challenge swirl. Disputes over water-sharing agreements cast shadows, echoing the struggles of communities along the riverbanks. Environmental concerns paint the canvas with hues of habitat destruction and biodiversity loss, while the displacement of local communities adds layers of social upheaval. Shadows of Steam Geothermal Power Generation Project | Indonesia In this watercolor, the story of the ADB-funded Geothermal Power Generation Project in Indonesia unfolds. Vibrant hues capture Indonesia's lush landscapes, yet uncertainty clouds its geothermal potential. Environmental concerns arise as land subsidence and habitat disruptions threaten project sustainability. Social displacement complicates matters as communities face land acquisition and resettlement. Technical challenges illustrate the complexities of geothermal development. Financial hurdles and regulatory landscapes add further complexity. The Indorama Puzzle Indorama Climate-Resilient Farmer Livelihood and COVID-19 Recovery Project | Uzbekistan This watercolor painting encapsulates the intricate challenges encountered within the Indorama Agro project. Initially hailed for its promises of agricultural revitalization and employment opportunities, the reality depicted here is one of uncertainty and hardship for farmers and workers alike. Vibrant strokes portray the lush fields of promise contrasted with the shadows of delayed payments and job insecurity. The journey through this project is riddled with complexities, as depicted by the subtle nuances and layers of emotion within the artwork. A Brushstroke of Injustice Rehabilitation of the Railway in Cambodia Project | Cambodia Within the gentle strokes, the painting unfolds the narrative of 4,000 families forsaken by a misguided railway upgrade, backed by the ADB. The watercolor articulates the tales of inadequate compensation, unfulfilled pledges, and shattered aspirations of Cambodia's impoverished. A visual elegy to the repercussions of policy failures, urging a transformative shift in accountability. Back to Top Ripple Effect Exhibition RippleFX Art

Open Call Background Asian People's Call Venue Session РУЗИ 1 Apr 18, 2017 ADB’s Culpabilities and the Global Context: Key Note 9:30 AM Isabelo delos Reyes Auditorium UP Solair, Diliman Quezon City Apr 18, 2017 Lessons in Engaging in ADB Accountability: Stories from the Ground: Community Stories and Cases of Injustice 10:00 AM Isabelo delos Reyes Auditorium UP Solair, Diliman Quezon City Apr 18, 2017 A conversation on ADB’s Immunity: Legal and Policy Infrastructure, Jurisprudence and Potentials in Lifting ADB’s Privilege of Immunity 10:40 AM Isabelo delos Reyes Auditorium UP Solair, Diliman Quezon City Please reload РУЗИ 2 Apr 19, 2017 The Changing Asian Development Finance Landscape: New Struggles and Challenges 9:30 AM ​ Isabelo delos Reyes Auditorium UP Solair, Diliman Quezon City Apr 19, 2017 ADB’s Immunity in the domestic laws: Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh, Philippines and Indonesia 10:00 AM Isabelo delos Reyes Auditorium UP Solair, Diliman Quezon City Apr 19, 2017 Thematic Hearing Reporting: Affected Community Call For Justice Statement 11:30 AM Isabelo delos Reyes Auditorium UP Solair, Diliman Quezon City Apr 19, 2017 Asian Peoples Solidarity Call on Challenging ADBs Immunity: Call to Action Statement 1:30 PM Isabelo delos Reyes Auditorium UP Solair, Diliman Quezon City Please reload СЕССИЯХО 19 апрели соли 2017 13-00 — 15.00 Decarbonizing ADB at 50 Years Inequality, Debt and Transfer Of Wealth To The Private Sector Environmental degradation, dams and displacement: The failed promises of ADB Please reload 15-20 ва 16-30 Lack of Transparency, Oppression and Shrinking CSO Space Core Labor Standards Gender Impacts of ADB Projects Please reload

БОНКИ ОСИЁИ РУШДИ (БОР) Project Monitoring Energy Campaign Safeguards Public Information Policy Accountability Mechanism Strategy 2030 МОНИТОРИНГИ ЛОИҲА SOUTH ASIA Read More SOUTHEAST ASIA Read More MEKONG Read More CENTRAL ASIA Read More

БОНКИ ОСИЁИ РУШДИ (БОР) Project Monitoring Energy Campaign Safeguards Public Information Policy Accountability Mechanism Strategy 2030 МОНИТОРИНГИ ЛОИҲА Latest News Latest Publication ADB Project Tracker Latest Events/Activities Media WATCH ADB: Stop Financing False Climate & Energy Solutions Press Conference 16 JUNE 2022 | 1:00 PM (PHT) via Zoom Read Press Release

Китобҳои роҳнамо ЗАХИРАХО Соатҳои бонкӣ | Ҳисоботи солона | Нашрияҳои махсус | Лоиҳа мухтасар Пул аз Аврупо Механизми масъулиятшиносии БОР Парешонҳои хатарнок

МОНИТОРИНГИ ЛОИҲА Latest News Sign the 1M Petition ADB Project Tracker Media NGO Forum on ADB Comments: Safeguard Compliance and Accountability Mechanism Framework for Investments Supported by Financial Intermediaries In Forum’s experience, there are several fundamental problems in ensuring FI Accountability to Safeguards – Project cycle bound timely release of project information in a meaningful manner for local peoples FIs need to ensure that environmental and social due diligence is implemented at the highest standards by their clients On issues of non-compliance, an independent and responsive redress mechanism has to be in place to ensure remedy for affected peoples. Keeping these three principles in mind the following comments have been made to the AMF- In the introductory section of the AMF, the lack of implementation of Equator Principles has been cited as a clear gap in FI accountability. We would recommend that the shift from guidelines for FIs to binding requirements should be emphasized in this section to strengthen the conceptual framework for this AMF. In line with comments from Accountability Counsel, we re-echo the need for learning to be upfront in this document for the AMF (Section 12, pg 4). For the AMF to work effectively it has to be able to learn from each case and make the necessary reforms to strengthen implementation. The issue of lessons learned and feedback loops built into the AMF system to help reform the structure will be critical to bringing diverse types of FI’s to compliance. On the issue of FI Sub-project categorization (pg.8) there is a need to ensure that a comprehensive ESIA is conducted to ensure the ‘Big B’ Category projects are deemed Category A. This is a potential risk especially for Infrastructure Funds, examples can be drawn from the Emerging Asia Fund of the AIIB and IFC, which has been tapped by Summit Power Group to retrofit several coal plants and build 4 new power generation facilities, which are fossil fuel based. The impacts from these projects will be long term and immediate and will require comprehensive ESIAs to ensure Safeguards are implemented. FIs and there parent funding institutions such as commercial banks and multilateral banks should have a strict monitoring role over their clients on environmental and social due diligence. The current practice of client-led safeguarding and self- reporting is no longer a viable model to ensure that AMF objectives are reached, thus we strongly recommend that monitoring and evaluation roles by FIs and their parent financial institutional investors should have an overseeing function. This is maybe done through further elaborating on a governance framework for FIs and their FI Clients, with detailed monitoring requirements in place. We are noticing for both ADB and AIIB projects that the Grievance Redress Mechanisms are often not effective at the local level. For MDBs it has been a real challenge to ensure that local GRMs have worked effectively; this will be a bigger challenge for an FI client to ensure. In this case, we recommend that project level GRMs should be – Meaningfully accessible for local communities Ensure complainants protection from backlash and retaliation Ensure remedial response The paper recognizes the shortcomings of GRMs - "However, GRMs are often poorly designed or implemented, and thus create mistrust and conflict between communities and the project executing agency. Finally, it must be noted that project-level GRM is not a substitute for an accountability mechanism at the institutional (financial intermediary) level, because the GRM cannot determine whether the financial intermediary has complied with its own environmental and social policies, standards, and procedures." Thus it has to be explicitly stated that accessing local GRMs should not be made a pre- requisite for local communities to trigger the Accountability Mechanism for an FI project. As mentioned earlier the fundamental problem with FI non-compliance to Safeguards is the lack of Time Bound Disclosure of project information to local people. At present local communities have no way of assessing whether FI subprojects are indeed FIs and what policies and mechanisms are entailed in their operations. From a community perspective, the following information has to be provided pre-project approval – Area and scale of the project Clear description of project cycle, construction, environmental and social impacts Clear assessment of project benefits sharing, compensations and allocations Clear understanding on rights, privileges and redress mechanisms for communities in cases of violations. All of language needs and ensuring that poor and vulnerable groups such as women, children and people with disabilities are made aware of all project related information. This is where the governance structure of this AMF will prove to be critical to ensure that Clients are complying with the disclosure needs at the local level. Provisions should also be made upstream in the project cycle to ensure that information disclosure needs are all met before a project is approved for implementation. The Forum re-echos Accountability Counsels recommendation on following the best practice example from the Green Climate Fund - which works with FIs, or accredited entities – The GCF has adopted a high degree of disclosure in line with international best practice, including time-bound disclosure of crucial project information – such as environmental and social impact assessments – ahead of approval. The degree and timing of disclosure are calibrated according to the risk profile of the investment: with more and better disclosure for the highest risk (Category A). The following excerpts from its 2016 Information Disclosure Policy describe the degree of disclosure: “Environmental and social reports. With respect to the project and program funding proposals that have an environmental or social impact, the Accredited Entities (AE’s) shall disclose and announce to the public and, via the Secretariat, to the Board and Active Observers: in case of Category A projects, the Environmental and Social Impacts Assessment (ESIA) and an Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) at least 120 days in advance of the AE’s or GCF’s Board decision, whichever is earlier; in the case of Category I-1 programs, the Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS)2 at least 120 days in advance of the AE’s or GCF’s Board decision, whichever is earlier; in the case of Category B projects, the ESIA3 and an Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP)4 at least 30 days in advance of the AE’s or GCF’s Board decision, whichever is earlier; and in the case of Category I-2 programs, the ESMS at least 30 days in advance of the AE’s or GCF’s Board decision, whichever is earlier.” The Forum recognizes the independence embedded in the structure proposed in this AMF and would make the following recommendations on the mechanism proposed- In the submission of a complaint, there should be a provision for complaints to be filed by international and regional representatives as authorized representatives for local and in-country representatives who are unable to step forward due to security risk and conflict scenarios. In cases where the IRM has proved that there have been issues on non-compliance, then all consultations between the client and the community MUST have the IRM present to ensure power equity in information exchange. This has to be an integral part of ensuring that a complaint process and remedial action are done objectively. In it’s entirety this AMF is an innovative and needed effort in holding FIs accountable. БОНКИ ОСИЁИ РУШДИ (БОР) Project Monitoring Energy Campaign Safeguards Public Information Policy Accountability Mechanism Strategy 2030

FORUM NETWORK APPLICATION PORTAL Last name(Required) First name(Required) Email(Required) What is your perspective regarding fossil fuels and international financial institution (IFI)?(Required) How do you envision a campaign to stop gas projects supported by the ADB and AIIB?(Required) Upload your Resume(Required) Upload Resume Submit

ДАР БОРАИ МО Таърих | Сохтори шабака | Кумитаи байналмиллалӣ | Котиботи | Саволҳо СОХТМОНИ ТАШКИЛЙ Ҷаласаи солонаи форум Кумитаи байналмиллалӣ Мудири иҷроия Ҳамоҳангсоз оид ба тарғиби сиёсат барои БОР Ҳамоҳангсози таблиғи сиёсат барои AIIB Ҳамоҳангсози маъмурӣ ва молиявӣ Ҳамоҳангсози барнома оид ба алоқа Админ ва Корманди молия Нигоҳдории офис Кормандон

PAKISTAN BANGLADESH INDIA INDONESIA PHILIPPINES БАНГЛАДЕШ БАНГЛАДЕШ Манбаъ: Бангладеш: Барномаи вокуниши фаъоли COVID-19 ва дастгирии хароҷот LATEST NEWS UPDATES 19 November 2021 ADB approves $500million loan to help Indonesia improve human capital ​ 5 April 2021 ADB approves $450 M loan to help Indonesia deliver effective COVID-19 vaccines

МОНИТОРИНГИ ЛОИҲА Latest News Sign the 1M Petition Related Documents Backgrounder ADB Project Tracker COVID19 Loan Tracker The Safeguard Policies of the Asian Development Bank require the Bank to avoid, minimize, or mitigate adverse environmental and social impacts that may result from development projects. The Safeguard Policies apply to all ADB projects, whether it is a private sector or project loan. The ADB has three safeguard policies: Country Safeguards System Involuntary Resettlement Policy (1995) Indigenous Peoples Policy (1998) Environment Policy (2002) Involuntary Resettlement Policy The main objective of the Involuntary Resettlement Policy is to ensure that those affected by development projects receive rehabilitation assistance to achieve at least the same level of well-being with the project as without it. ​ The policy binds the ADB to several resettlement principles. They are to avoid involuntary resettlement where possible; to minimize involuntary resettlement where population displacement is unavoidable; and ensure that displaced/affected people receive adequate assistance to restore their living conditions to at least the ‘pre-project’ level. ​ The policy indicates that for developing member countries (DMCs) to comply with the Policy fundamental structural changes in national land acquisition laws and payments of compensation for development-induced displacement. Indigenous Peoples Policy The Indigenous Peoples Policy applies regardless of whether DMCs have a pre-existing policy framework for indigenous peoples or ethnic minorities. The Indigenous Peoples Policy seeks to address the vulnerability and disadvantage indigenous peoples may experience in ADB projects. ​ It states that the ADB should engage directly with indigenous people. Projects should be planned and implemented with the informed consent of affected communities. Environment Policy The Environment Policy states that negative environmental impacts of ADB projects should be evaluated and minimized. The public should be involved in the evaluation of environmental impacts. Environmental impact assessments should be conducted and disclosed to the general public. ​ The Environmental Policy contains five broad statements: Environmental intervention as a pre-requisite for poverty reduction; Mainstreaming environmental considerations in economic growth; Encouraging regional cooperation to address critical environmental issues; Building partnerships with other stakeholders around ‘specific’ environmental themes in DMCs; and Project safeguards. БОНКИ ОСИЁИ РУШДИ (БОР) Project Monitoring Energy Campaign Safeguards Public Information Policy Accountability Mechanism Strategy 2030

CASES COMMUNICATION WITH AIIB EVENTS SUGGESTED READINGS FAQ CASES RECENTLY APPROVED Bangladesh Bhola IPP Bhola is the only island district of Bangladesh under Barishal in Bangladesh. Mumbai-based Shapoorji Pallonji Infrastructure Capital Company Private Limited (SP Infra), a subsidiary of Shapoorji Pallonji Group constructed a 220/225 MW Gas and Diesel based power plant through its new company Nutan Bidyut Bangladesh Limited (NBBL) at Kutba village under Burhanuddin Upazila in Bhola. ​ NBBL has received USD 60.00 million from Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and another USD 60.00 million from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). Bangladesh Working Group on External Debt (BWGED) and CLEAN (Coastal Livelihood and Environmental Action Network) in collaboration with NGO Forum on ADB conducted studies on the socio-environmental impacts of the power plant along with potential violation of national and international standards.​ In April 2022, CLEAN and NGO Forum on ADB filed 6 complaints regarding the destructive impacts of the Bangladesh Bhola IPP. Key concerns include the following – 1. Lack of Information Disclosure and Meaningful Consultation An overall lack of timely information disclosure by both AIIB and NBBL on project information Poor and misleading translation of key documents, especially the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), E&S Summary, Environmental Management Plan (EMP), and Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) have been classified by CLEAN. The translated documents are in some instances incomprehensible and do not make sense. Lender has not provided any documentation or output from the consultation reports and has misrepresented accounts of consultations that could not be validated. 2. Coercion, Fraud, and Intimidation on Land Acquisition Coercion and intimidation faced by local communities especially Hindu from ‘middlemen’ appointed by NBBL to forcibly acquire land at the lowest rates. Hindu communities fearing retaliation in case they are identified as stakeholders raising concern. No records of sale or transaction on first phase land acquisition by NBBL Land acquisition practice was in violation of the “Bangladesh Acquisition and Requisition of Immovable Property Ordinance, 1982 and the amended ordinance of 2017”, which stipulates land owners be entitled to thrice the market price from private companies (in this case NBBL) Ineffective and non-functional local grievance redress mechanisms GRM. 3. Environmental Impact and Livelihood Loss Construction and Sand waste deposited by NBBL has led to Mandartoli Shakha Khal/River Channel river bed over siltation. Further, the NBBL embanked its northern part with sand sacks and has taken over half of the canal. The sand from the sacks has spilled out into the canal bed causing siltation and the canal to gradually dry up. Now the canal is only 1-2 feet deep and has lost its water-carrying capacity. Destruction of Betel Leaf farms: Due to Mandartoli Shakha Khal clogging, monsoon water overflows during high tide and directly floods the Dakshin Kutba village. Estimated 400 Betel leaf farms have been destroyed; displacing over 2000 families dependent on agriculture. Over 100 households are approximated to be directly waterlogged and left completely disconnected from public services, communication, health care, and other necessary services. Project site has taken over half of all grazing land in the area, leading to a direct impact on goat herders who are mainly women. Labor Colony has discharged large amounts of effluent, sewage, and waste to surrounding villages, leading to uninhabitable living conditions. ​ ​ ​ ​ Surkhandarya 1,560MW CCGT Power Plant [PROPOSED] The AIIB is proposing to provide a loan of 225million EUR to support the design, construction, and operation of a new 1560MW Combined Cycle Gas Turbine Power Plant in the Surkhandarya region of Uzbekistan. According to the Bank's own ranking, the project is identified as a safeguards Category A project (highest risk). The project consortium is made up of the Dutch conglomerate, Stone City Energy, France's EDF, Germany's Siemens Energy, and Qatar's Nebras Power. ​ Dubious GHG Accounting Although CO2 emissions have been estimated in AIIB project documents, there is no reference for how the calculations were derived and what scopes of emission are being considered. No estimated calculations of other emissions, including most critically, methane, are evident. Climate and Biodiversity Concerns The project site will occupy 70 hectares of land beside the Uchkizil irrigation reservoir, which it will use for water intake and for discharging treated wastewater. The reservoir is also relied on for irrigating agricultural fields in the area. No specific measures are listed for avoiding and responding to incidences of contamination from the effluent discharges or accidental leaks on-site during project construction or operation. ​ Community Concerns Undisclosed Details on community consultations, specifically on how those living and working around the reservoir have been informed, what project concerns they raised, and how/if these issues are being addressed remain absent from AIIB's documentation. Although plans for future consultations are mentioned, it's not clear how these discussions will be carried out and what - if any - precautions would be taken to avoid risks of reprisals to local people raising questions. ​ Mis-Aligned with the Imperatives of Climate Science Although the AIIB suggests the design of the project is "climate resilient" there is no published information to explain what this means. The reality is that in fact the project, which is expected to only become operational in 2026, would undermine the AIIB’s own stated pursuit of Paris alignment and joint MDB climate commitments. The climate science is clear: ramping up construction for new fossil gas infrastructure is unequivocally incompatible with the action required to meet the Paris Agreement goals of limiting global heating to 1.5C (IPCC Assessment Report 6; “Net Zero by 2050 Roadmap”) As outlined by the IEA, to have a chance to keep global heating below catastrophic levels, large scale gas‐fired generation to peak globally by 2030, and the electricity sector would need to be completely decarbonized by 2040 worldwide. ​ Project Location: Surkhandarya region, Uzbekistan ​ Watch Video