Integrating Climate Change into Trade Policies and Investments in Asia and the Pacific
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched a technical assistance initiative to help countries incorporate climate change mitigation and adaptation into trade-related strategies, policies, and investments. The programme strengthens the link between trade and climate action, ensuring that trade growth supports low-carbon, resilient development. By building institutional capacity and aligning trade with climate objectives, it aims to position countries to benefit from sustainable and inclusive economic opportunities.
Core Areas of Work
Policy Integration: The programme supports governments in embedding climate priorities into national trade policies and strategies.
Capacity Development: Training and technical assistance strengthen the ability of institutions to design, implement, and monitor climate-responsive trade policies.
Investment Alignment: The initiative encourages climate-smart investment decisions in trade-related sectors, linking financing with adaptation and mitigation needs.
Knowledge Sharing: Regional dialogue and analytical studies promote exchange of lessons and evidence on aligning trade with climate goals.
Strategic Impact and Value
Supporting Green Trade: Climate-responsive trade policies create pathways for sustainable economic growth.
Enhancing Institutional Capacity: Governments and agencies gain the tools to integrate climate risks and opportunities into trade planning.
Mobilising Finance: Alignment of trade and investment with climate priorities helps unlock new funding streams.
Strengthening Regional Cooperation: Shared knowledge and policy coordination foster a more resilient regional trade system.