Chris Spohr
Principal Portfolio Management Specialist, Myanmar Resident Mission, Asian Development Bank

Chris Spohr joined the Asian Development Bank in 2000 after completing his PhD in development economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His work at ADB has principally focused on projects and analytical work related to education and training, poverty and social protection, health, nutrition, HIV/AIDs, gender, and civil society. Since mid-2014, he has been based at the ADB Resident Mission in Naypyidaw, providing frontline contributions to ADB’s support to Myanmar’s transformation. He is currently on leave.

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Case Study

Promoting Economic Growth through Reforms in Education

Myanmar has taken steps to improve its education sector to advance inclusive growth and reduce poverty.

   Myanmar; Education; Gender Equality
   SDG: Goal 4: Quality Education; Goal 5: Gender Equality; Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Summary

Improving Post-Primary Education Outcomes

Myanmar is improving its secondary education system through reforms of curriculum, teaching, and student assessment.

   Myanmar; Education
   SDG: Goal 4: Quality Education