Background to the program

In recent months, quite a few people have asked why an organisation such as the ADB Institute is supporting this program. It might be useful, therefore, if I outline the background to the DAJA (Developing Asia Journalism Awards) scheme.

Our work in the ADB Institute is designed to tie in closely with the work of our headquarters organisation, the Asian Development Bank in Manila. The Asian Development Bank itself is strongly committed to supporting programs that aim to strengthen the processes of good governance across the Asia-Pacific region. In the ADB Institute, we are naturally keen to do what we can to support ADB's broader program in the good governance area.