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

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