Xiaohong Yang
Deputy Director General, Central and West Asia Department, Asian Development Bank

Xiaohong Yang’s experience in development work spans over three decades in ADB and the World Bank Group. At ADB, she led numerous operations across the East and Central and West regions, including Pakistan Country Director, Central and West Asia Department Director of the Transport and Communications Division, and East Asia Department Lead Transport Specialist and Principal Transport Economist. She also served as Chief Thematic Officer overseeing strategic thematic issues in the Sustainable Development and Climate Change Department.

Case Study

Built through strong partnerships, a railway links two ancient Chinese cities, boosts tourism and jobs, and opens a remote province to a wider market.

Insight

Pakistan has worked with the Asian Development Bank and other partners to bring development goals, despite major challenges.

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