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Asian
Development Bank
Government
Asia Link
http://www.adb.org
Abstract
ADB is a multilateral development finance institution dedicated to
reducing poverty in Asia and the Pacific. Site contains news about
ADB, details of regional and country operations, and of recent
publications by the ADB. Some country economic reviews are also
available as downloadable PDFs at www.adb.org/Documents/CERs/default.asp.
HQ: Asia
Core operations: Asia
Language: English.
Asian
Development Bank in India
Government
Asia Link
http://www.adbindia.org/
Abstract
Indian Resident Mission of ADB. It aims to promote social and
economic progress of the Asia and Pacific region. Site has
economic update, bank operations in India, ADB Indian business
opportunities, and Quarterly Newsletter of the ADB India
Resident Mission (INRM).
HQ: India
Core operations: Asia
Language: English.
Asian
Development Bank Institute
Government
Asia Link
http://www.adbi.org
Abstract
ADBI site contains excellent working papers, such as the Asian
Policy Forum's research project on bonds and the working paper
on pension reform in SE Asia, a calendar of events, details of
ADBI publications, and a newsletter available as PDF.
HQ: Tokyo
Core operations: Asia
Language: English.
Asian
Development Bank in Vietnam
Government
Asia Link
http://www.adbvrm.org.vn
Abstract
Vietnamese Resident Mission (VRM) of ADB. It aims to promote
social and economic progress of the Asia and Pacific region.
Site has economic update, bank operations in Vietnam and lots of
Vietnam-related materials.
HQ: Vietnam
Core operations: Asia
Language: English.
Australian
Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
Government
Asia Link
http://www.apra.gov.au
Abstract
APRA is a prudential regulator of banks, insurance companies and
superannuation funds, credit unions, building societies and
friendly societies. Site includes media releases, policy
statements, speeches, market analysis, latest trends, research
articles, and links to regulators and government bodies. The
APRA Statistics Project is the revision of its statistical
returns.
HQ: Australia
Core operations: Australasia
Language: English.
Australian
Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC)
Government
Asia Link
http://www.asc.gov.au
Abstract
ASIC regulates financial services in Australia such as advising,
selling and disclosure of financial products and services, and
ensures market integrity and consumer protection. ASIC resources
include searching & lodging, policy & practitioners and
publications (such as InFocus Zine) etc.
HQ: Australia
Core operations: Australasia
Language: English.
Badan
Koordinasi Penanaman Modal (BKPM) - Investment Coordinating
Board, Indonesia
Government
Asia Link
http://www.bkpm.go.id/
Abstract
BKPM (Badan Koordinasi Penanaman Modal - Investment Coordinating
Board) is an Investment Service Agency of the Government of the
Republic of Indonesia. Site has information about doind business
in Indonesia, regional and investor profiles, as well as facts
& figures and links.
HQ: Indonesia
Core operations: Asia
Language: English.
Bank
Negara Malaysia (BNM)
Government
Asia Link
http://www.bnm.gov.my
Abstract
BNM is the Malaysian central bank, promoting monetary and
financial stability and fostering a sound and progressive
financial sector. Site includes comprehensive Malaysian
financial institution and international links. Various
publications are available upon subscription. Statistics from
Monthly Statistical Bulletin, plus featured issues.
HQ: Malaysia
Core operations: Asia
Language: English.
Bank
of Indonesia
Government
Asia Link
http://www.bi.go.id
Abstract
The Bank of Indonesia assists the President in carrying out
monetary and banking policies. Site includes policies, circular
letter and decrees, speeches, press releases, publication
(weekly & monthly report, monetary policy review, economic,
monetary, banking policy progress & direction, and leaflet)
and financial statistics.
HQ: Indonesia
Core operations: Asia
Language: Indonesian and English.
Bank
of International Settlements (BIS)
Government
Asia Link
http://www.bis.org
Abstract
BIS is an international organization fostering the cooperation
of Central Banks and International financial institutions.
Representative office for Asia and the Pacific is in Hong Kong.
Jointly organized by BIS and Basel Committee, Financial
Stability Institute is to assist supervisors in improving and
strengthening their financial system. FSI holds seminars and
workshop. Site has various publications, BIS Reviews for
download and a list of central banks around the world.
HQ: Hong Kong
Core operations: International
Language: English.
Bank
of Japan
Government
Asia Link
http://www.boj.or.jp/en/index.htm
Abstract
Central Bank of Japan. Site has notices, release schedule,
minutes and reports on monetary policy meetings, public
statements, speeches, reports and statistics (monetary base,
monthly stock, financial development), research papers,
long-term time-series data for download, links and a currency
museum.
HQ: Japan
Core operations: Asia
Language: English and Japanese.
Bank
of Korea
Government
Asia Link
http://www.bok.or.kr/index_e.html
Abstract
BOK is the Central Bank for Korea. Its purpose is the pursuit of
price stability. Site is divided into Monetary policy (word
document files for download), Press release (economic outlook,
GDP), Korean economy (monthly economic trends), Introduction to
Korean financial system, payment system, FX system and currency
system, Publications (quarterly bulletin, economic papers,
annual report) and Statistics Database.
HQ: Korea
Core operations: Asia
Language: English.
Bank
of Mongolia
Government
Asia Link
http://mglbank.com.mn/english/about/default.htm
Abstract
Government-owned central bank of Mongolia. This site contains
information about the history and corporate structure of the
bank, legal issues, and details of exchange rates.
HQ: Mongolia
Core operations: Asia
Language: Mongolian and English.
Bank
of Thailand
Government
Asia Link
http://www.bot.or.th
Abstract
BOT is the central bank for Thailand. Site has details on the
bank's organization, history and mission. The Data Bank contains
an impressive database, containing information such as economic
data, economic conditions, regional economics, financial market,
financial institutions, research and publications.
HQ: Thailand
Core operations: Asia
Language: English.
Brunei,
Ministry of Finance
Government
Asia Link
http://www.finance.gov.bn/
Abstract
Provides links to other government departments. Online news
links to government gazette and daily newspaper. Financial
Institutions Division (FID) covers details of banks' assets and
liabilities. Links to other departments and boards, such as the Brunei
Currency Board and Royal Customs and Excise. Bahasa Brunei
version also available.
HQ: Brunei
Core operations: Brunei
Language: English |
