Masato Kanda.
Japanese bureaucrat and Asian Development Bank President
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What's happening
One to three months ago
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Swarnim Wagle thanked the Asian Development Bank for its support and investment. Masato Kanda is confirmed to be the President of the ADB.Well supported9 reports
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ASEAN bloc offers compelling growth opportunities for investors, and the bloc is considering expert advice on regional connectivity.Some support1 report
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The Asian Development Bank is deploying a project to strengthen AI readiness among its member economies and mobilize private sector support.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Masato Kanda is named the sole nominee for the presidency of the Asian Development Bank.Some support1 report
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The Asian Development Bank noted that the ongoing conflict is contributing to increased inflation across Asia.Some support2 reports
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Around Masato Kanda this week
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Asian Development Bank StructuralTalks are underway between the World Bank and Asian Development Bank regarding reconstruction and alternative trade routes for Nepal.Moves Masato Kanda
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Nepal OperationalHenk Ovink advocates for policy changes in response to drought in Somalia and floods in Nepal.Moves Masato Kanda
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Balendra Shah OperationalBalendra Shah reported a government institutional crisis and scandal threatening judicial credibility.Moves Masato Kanda
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Tarique Rahman TransactionalKhulna City Corporation commissioned artwork at the railway station, which was visited by Tarique Rahman.Moves Masato Kanda
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Bangladesh TransactionalThe World Bank issued a warning regarding rising poverty levels in Bangladesh.Moves Masato Kanda
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Lee Jae Myung OperationalAdministration faces criticism over defense policy failures, with calls for stronger defense capabilities and active diplomacy.Moves Masato Kanda
Connections
The 13 strongest of 16, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Masatsugu Asakawa Structural
Masato Kanda completed Masatsugu Asakawa's unexpired term, indicating a succession in role.
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Asian Development Bank Structural
Masato Kanda holds the formal office of President of the Asian Development Bank.
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Nepal Operational
Masato Kanda, as ADB President, engages with Nepali officials to discuss economic reform and development priorities during his visits.
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Balendra Shah Operational
The individuals are engaged in discussions regarding development partnership, economic growth, infrastructure, and cooperation.
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Philippines Transactional
Kanda offered additional financing to the Philippines.
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Tarique Rahman Transactional
The two individuals met to discuss and engage with the development priorities of Bangladesh.
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Kazakhstan Transactional
Kanda announced financing intended for Kazakhstan's development.
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Bangladesh Transactional
Masato Kanda visited Bangladesh to discuss development priorities with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
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Gilles Roth Operational
Gilles Roth met with Masato Kanda, who was serving as President of the Asian Development Bank.
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Association of Southeast Asian Nations Operational
ASEAN is currently considering expert advice provided by Masato Kanda regarding regional connectivity issues.
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Lee Jae Myung Operational
The individuals discussed cooperation regarding critical minerals, AI, and energy.
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Southeast Asia Shared context
Masato Kanda, through his role at the ADB, advocates for regional power system connections within Southeast Asia.
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Koo Yun-cheol Operational
The individuals discussed combining financing capabilities with South Korean company expertise.
History
Events by the month they beganAugust 2026
1 eventJuly 2026
3 events- Swarnim Wagle thanked the Asian Development Bank for its support and investment. Masato Kanda is confirmed to be the President of the ADB.
- The Asian Development Bank is deploying a project to strengthen AI readiness among its member economies and mobilize private sector support.
- Masato Kanda is named the sole nominee for the presidency of the Asian Development Bank.