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ADB launches critical minerals financing facility to power Asia Pacific clean tech supply chains
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Published on 3 May 2026
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The Asian Development Bank has launched a new facility to strengthen critical minerals supply chains across Asia and the Pacific. The effort is designed to help developing economies shift toward higher-value clean energy and advanced technology industries. Japan and the UK provide initial grants, while Korea’s Eximbank and Trade Insurance add catalytic finance support.
- ADB unveils a facility focused on critical minerals supply chains
- Goal is to enable cleaner, higher-value manufacturing in developing economies
- Japan and the UK kick off funding with initial grants
- Korea’s Eximbank and Trade Insurance add catalytic finance backing
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