The ANU Indonesia Project, in partnership with the Asian Development Bank Institute, is delighted to host the launch of Pursuing Inclusive Economic Development in Asia: A Celebration of Peter McCawley
Event Details
Time: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm AEST
Join in-person: China in the World Theatre, ANU campus, Canberra.
This is an in-person only event.
Event description
The ANU Indonesia Project, in partnership with the Asian Development Bank Institute, is delighted to host the launch of Pursuing Inclusive Economic Development in Asia:, A Celebration of Peter McCawley. This special occasion will bring together esteemed speakers to reflect on Peter McCawley’s contributions and the economic development of the region. Bambang Brodjonegoro, the dean and CEO of the Asian Development Bank Institute and former Indonesian Minister of Higher Education, Research and Technology, will launch the book.
Refreshments will be served after formal presentations.
About the Book - Pursuing Inclusive Economic Development in Asia. A celebration of Peter McCawley
Ensuring that everyone benefits from economic development is a crucial policy objective. Even more, inclusion must become a central concern as economies grow to middle-income status and strive for even more prosperity. Persistent and large socioeconomic gaps disrupt social harmony and undermine democracy, which could eventually compromise economic progress. Former ADBI Dean, ADB Executive Director, and Australian National University fellow Peter McCawley spent his career on this topic. This book commemorates Peter’s life and legacy.
Pursuing Inclusive Economic Development in Asia presents 13 chapters on various aspects of inclusive economic growth. Some chapters investigate the role of globalization and foreign direct investment, and several evaluate the impact of public policies. The volume features studies from Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Vietnam, as well as studies with a regional focus. Researchers and policymakers will find insights, lessons, and cautionary tales related to inclusion and economic growth in the region.
Event Speakers
Bambang Brodjonegoro
Bambang Permadi Soemantri Brodjonegoro is the CEO of the Asian Development Bank Institute. He is a prominent Indonesian economist and former Minister of Finance, Head of BAPPENAS, and Minister of Research and Technology.
60th Anniversary Celebrations
This event is part of our ANU Indonesia Project 60th anniversary celebrations. Join us in Canberra and Jakarta as we showcase our amazing scholars, alumni, and global network.