India, Feb. 2 -- MANILA - The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is establishing a new learning platform to enhance knowledge sharing efforts in its developing member countries (DMCs), helping them solve their complex challenges through tailored programs built on real-world project experience.

"The ADB Center of Excellence is a natural evolution of what we have long aspired to do-to place ADB as a trusted knowledge partner for Asia and the Pacific. The Center will promote long-term learning among member countries, deepening their ability to identify, design, and implement the solutions they need to improve the lives of people across the region," said ADB President Masato Kanda.

The ADB Center of Excellence will serve as a bank-wide coordination...