Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program Annual Report 2015

This publication presents the Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) 2015 activities, achievements, and success stories from students and alumni. The JSP gives qualified citizens of developing member countries of the Asian Development Bank an opportunity to take postgraduate studies in economics, business and management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at 29 educational institutions in Asia and the Pacific. Between 1988 and 2015, Japan contributed $165.4 million to the JSP. Since 1988, a total of 3,387 scholarships have been awarded to recipients, including 1,239 women, from 37 member countries. Of the total, 3,028 scholars have completed their courses. An average of 150 scholarships are awarded each year. ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK – JAPAN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

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This publication presents the Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) 2015 activities, achievements, and success stories from students and alumni. The JSP gives qualified citizens of developing member countries of the Asian Development Bank an opportunity to take postgraduate studies in economics, business and management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at 29 educational institutions in Asia and the Pacific. Between 1988 and 2015, Japan contributed $165.4 million to the JSP. Since 1988, a total of 3,387 scholarships have been awarded to recipients, including 1,239 women, from 37 member countries. Of the total, 3,028 scholars have completed their courses. An average of 150 scholarships are awarded each year. ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK – JAPAN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

About the Asian Development Bank

ADB’s vision is an Asia and Pacific region free of poverty. Its mission is to help its developing member countries reduce poverty and improve the quality of life of their people. Despite the region’s many successes, it remains home to a large share of the world’s poor. ADB is committed to reducing poverty through inclusive economic growth, environmentally sustainable growth, and regional integration.

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Contents

Tables and Figures iv

Foreword v

Abbreviations vi

1 Introduction 1

2 2015 Program and Activities 4 Scholarship Budget 4 Scholarship Statistics 4 New Developments 7 Theses and Research Papers Completed in 2015 9

3 ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Helps Students and Alumni Achieve Career Aspirations 10

4 Summary and Conclusions 25

Appendixes A Designated Institutions and Program Coordinators 26 B Scholarships Awarded and Completed, by Country, 1988–2015 32 C Profile of Scholars and Graduates, 1988–2015 33 D Scholarships Awarded and Completed, by Designated Institution, 1988–2015 35 E Independent Auditors’ Report and Financial Statements for the Years Ended, 31 December 2015 and 31 December 2014 37 F Profile of Scholars and Graduates for Academic Year 2015 51 G Theses and Research Papers Completed in 2015 54

Map Showing the 29 Designated Institutions 63

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Tables and Figures

TABLES

1 Scholarships Awarded and Completed, 1988–2015 2 2 Fields of Study of ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Scholarship Recipients, by ADB Core Operational Area, 2015 5 3 Universities Visited by ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Missions in 2015 8 4 List of ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Alumni Gatherings in 2015 8 C.1 Number of Scholars, by Gender, Degree Program, and Field of Study 32 C.2 Number of Graduates, by Gender, Degree Program, and Field of Study 33 F.1 Number of Scholars, by Gender, Degree Program, and Field of Study 50 F.2 Number of Graduates, by Gender, Degree Program, and Field of Study 52

FIGURES

1 Number of Scholars, by Degree Program, 1988–2015 1 2 Number of Scholars by Gender, 1988–2015 1 3 Number of Graduates, by Degree Program, 1988–2015 2 4 Number of Graduates, by Field of Study, 1988–2015 3 5 Scholarships Awarded by Nationality, 2015 4 6 Number of Graduates, by Designated Institution, 2015 6

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Foreword

Fostering outstanding human resources is a philosophy that has always driven Japan’s official development assistance policy. It emerged from the country’s own experience in rapid growth after World War II when Japan rebuilt itself with few resources other than the determination and the spirit of its people.

Rooted in this philosophy, the Government of Japan, in partnership with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), established the ADB–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB–JSP) in 1988 to fulfill Japan’s commitment to promote nation-building in developing countries in the Asia and Pacific region. The outcomes of this program are already evident as the graduates now occupy senior positions in government, business, and civil society—truly leading in their countries’ transformations. We strive for a more solid network of ADB–JSP alumni working together for the region’s development, and are pleased to note that measures have been progressively undertaken to achieve this.

On behalf of the Government of Japan, I wish to thank ADB for its support, through the Office of Cofinancing Operations, and I look forward to many more years of successful partnership.

Koichi Hasegawa Executive Director for Japan Asian Development Bank

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Abbreviations

ADB Asian Development Bank DMC developing member country JMOF Japanese Ministry of Finance JSP Japan Scholarship Program KUFSA Kyushu University Foreign Student Association NEDA National Economic and Development Authority

vi 1 Introduction

In 1988, the Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB–JSP) was established to encourage Figure 1: Number of Scholars, by Degree Program, and strengthen human resource development. It aims 1988–2015 to give qualified citizens of ADB’s developing member countries (DMCs) opportunities to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, business and management, science 95.48% and technology, and other development-related fields (3,234) at selected educational institutions in Asia and the MASTERS Pacific. After their studies, the scholars are expected to DEGREE return to their home countries to apply and share their new knowledge and skills to promote socioeconomic development. 0.71% (24) 3.81% The Government of Japan has provided $165.4 million (129) CERTIFICATE in funding for the program over the last 27 years. The OR DIPLOMA DOCTORATE funding covers tuition fees, subsistence (including DEGREE housing allowance), book allowance, medical insurance, travel, and research subsidies. It also includes the costs Figure 2: Number of Scholars by Gender, 1988–2015 of administering the ADB–JSP at the 29 designated institutions in 10 countries in the region (see map on page 63). The designated institutions and the ADB–JSP 37% coordinators are listed in Appendix A. (1,239) 63% The ADB–JSP has awarded 3,387 scholarships to (2,148) students from 37 ADB members. More than 90.8% of the scholars were from 15 DMCs where most of the poor in Asia live. Nepal, Viet Nam, and Bangladesh are the top three participating DMCs. Appendix B provides data on the scholarships awarded and completed, by country. Figure 1 shows the distribution of scholarships by degree program. A total of 1,239 scholarships, or 36.6% of the Source: Asian Development Bank. total, were awarded to women (Figure 2). Male scholars have historically outnumbered female scholars, but 1 1 2 Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program—Annual Report 2015

efforts to promote the program among women have led their coursework. Table 1 has annual data on scholarships to an increase in the proportion of female scholars, from awarded and completed. The number of ADB–JSP 17.4% in 1988 to 51.2% in 2015. Appendix C gives a profile recipients who have graduated, by degree program, is of the ADB–JSP scholars and graduates so far. given in Figure 3, and by field of study in Figure 4. The ADB–JSP will ensure an increasing number of fields In the past 10 years of the program, an average of 150 of study in addition to economics, international new scholarships were awarded per year. Of the 3,387 public health, environment, agriculture, and gender ADB–JSP recipients since 1988, 3,028 have completed studies.

Table 1: Scholarships Awarded and Completed, 1988–2015

Awarded 2,411 140 144 122 149 138 154 129 3,387

1988–2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total

Completed 2,057 160 142 140 129 130 140 130 3,028

Source: Asian Development Bank.

Figure 3: Number of Graduates, by Degree Program, 1988–2015

DOCTORATE 4.06% DEGREE (123)

0.76% (23)

CERTIFICATE OR DIPLOMA

MASTERS DEGREE 95.18% (2,882)

Source: Asian Development Bank. Introduction 3

In 1988–2015, the Asian Institute of Management in the Philippines had the highest number of ADB–JSP Figure 4: Number of Graduates, recipients (488, or 14.4%), followed by the International by Field of Study, 1988–2015 University of Japan (356, or 10.5%) and the Asian Institute of Technology in Thailand (347, or 10.2%). Appendix D shows the scholarships awarded and

Science and technology completed at each designated institution since 1988. 41.94% (1,270)

Business management 23.45% (710)

Economics 34.28% (1,038)

Law 0.33% (10)

Source: Asian Development Bank. 2 2015 Program and Activities

Scholarship Budget Figure 5: Scholarships Awarded by Nationality, 2015 In 2015, the Government of Japan contributed $10.3 million in funding to the Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB–JSP). Of the 296 scholarships 16 • Bangladesh programmed for the year, 59.5% were allotted to designated 16 • Nepal institutions in Japan; 22.3% to Hong Kong, China, India, Pakistan, the Philippines, and Thailand; and 18.2% to • Philippines Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the United States. 14 Audited financial statements of the ADB–JSP as of 11 • Bhutan 31 December 2015 are given in Appendix E. 11 • Viet Nam 8 • India 8 • Pakistan Scholarship Statistics 8 • Myanmar

A total of 129 scholarships for master’s degree programs 6 • Thailand were awarded to recipients from 22 DMCs. The top three recipient countries were Bangladesh and Nepal (16 each), 5 • Indonesia and the Philippines (14). Figure 5 shows the distribution of 5 • Sri Lanka scholarships awarded by nationality in 2015. The ADB–JSP also ensures to have geographical balance in the DMCs 4 • Mongolia represented by qualified candidates. 3 • Cambodia 3 • Uzbekistan The designated institutions in Japan admitted 77 new 3 • People’s Republic of China scholars (59.69% of the total) in 2015; institutions in other developed countries (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, 2 • Kyrgyz Republic and the United States), 26 (20.16%); and institutions in DMCs, 26 (20.16%). The University of Tokyo in Japan 1 • Afghanistan 1 • Kazakhstan admitted 18 new scholars, followed by the Asian Institute 1 • Azerbaijan 1 • Malaysia 1 • Georgia 1 • Maldives of Management (Philippines) with 13 new scholars, and the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (Japan) with 12 new scholars. Source: Asian Development Bank.

4 2015 Program and Activities 5

The proportion of female ADB–JSP recipients among Economics was the most popular field of study with new scholars increased from 46.8% in 2014 to 51.2% in 58 scholars (45%), followed by science and technology with 2015 as the ADB–JSP continued to give priority to the 51 (39.5%), business and management with 18 (14%), and recruitment of female candidates in support of ADB’s law with 2 scholars (1.6%). The scholarships awarded and policy on gender and development (1998). completed in 2015—classified according to institution, gender, program, and field of study—are summarized in Appendix F. The scholarship recipients chose development-related fields of study consistent with ADB’s Strategy 2020. In 2015, 130 ADB–JSP scholars completed their studies. The fields of study were mainly in the five core Figure 6 shows the number of graduates by designated operational areas of the ADB-wide strategic institution in 2015. Of these graduates, 58 (44.6%) were framework (Table 2). women.

Table 2: Fields of Study of ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Scholarship Recipients, by ADB Core Operational Area, 2015

ADB Core Operational Area Fields of Study

Infrastructure

• Civil engineering • Structural engineering • Water engineering • Concrete engineering • Transportation engineering, and management • Foundations and earthquake engineering infrastructure planning • Power systems • Urban design and urban planning

Environment

• Environmental engineering • Environmental management and development; sustainable energy and environment

Health

• Public health • International health

Regional cooperation and integration

• Asia and the Pacific studies • International development • Asian public policy • Regional and rural development planning • International cooperation studies • Public policy and development

Agriculture • Agro-environmental sciences • Agricultural and resource economics • Aquaculture and resource economics

Source: Asian Development Bank. 6 Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program—Annual Report 2015

Figure 6: Number of Graduates, by Designated Institution, 2015

• UOT-Urban • Tsukuba • KEIO • UOT-GraSPP • UOT-Env • TOKYO-TECH • NTU-NBS • IRRI • IITD

• UOA • RU • LUMS • KYUSHU • HKU • HIT • APU

• UOM • NUS • KOBE

• UOT-Int’l Health • AIT

• UOT-Civ Eng • EWC • ANU-CSEG

• NU-GSID

• SU

• IUJ • GRIPS

• AIM

ADB = Asian Development Bank; AIM = Asian Institute of Management; AIT = Asian Institute of Technology; ANU-CSEG = Australian National University, Crawford School of Economics and Government; APU = Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University; EWC = East–West Center; GRIPS = National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies; HIT = Hitotsubashi University; HKU = University of Hong Kong; IITD = Indian Institute of Technology Delhi; IRRI = International Rice Research Institute; IUJ = International University of Japan; Keio = Keio University; Kobe = Kobe University; Kyushu = Kyushu University; LUMS = Lahore University of Management Sciences; NTU-NBS = Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Business School; NU-GSID = Nagoya University, Graduate School of International Development; NUS = National University of Singapore; RU = Ritsumeikan University; SU = Saitama University, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering; Tokyo Tech = Tokyo Institute of Technology; Tsukuba = University of Tsukuba; UOA = University of Auckland; UOM = University of Melbourne; UOT = University of Tokyo (Department of Civil Engineering, Institute of Environmental Studies, Graduate School of Public Policy, School of International Health, Department of Urban Engineering). Source: Asian Development Bank. 2015 Program and Activities 7

Kyushu University in Fukuoka is one of the 29 universities.

it as a leading source of financial aid for graduate students New Developments at the designated institutions. The missions also visited university facilities to confirm that scholars are provided Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program with a suitable environment for living and learning. missions in 2015. The ADB–JSP continued to engage with the designated institutions to improve understanding of The Eighth Asian Development Bank–Japan the objectives of the program. Regular consultations and Scholarship Program Scholars’ Research Forum. The meetings with faculty members and scholars are essential forum, with the theme “Bringing Innovation to Asia’s to promote shared responsibility among the administrators Future,” was held on 19 June 2015, at the ADB Institute. and the scholarship recipients. The ADB–JSP missions It brought together 116 participants, including officials visited 15 universities during the year (Table 3). from the Japanese Ministry of Finance (JMOF); ADB; and professors, staff members, and scholars from the The missions (i) confirmed the ADB–JSP objectives with 15 Japanese designated institutions. the institutions and determined whether the program’s policies, including those for selecting scholars, needed Kazuhiko Koguchi, ADB executive director for Japan to be modified; (ii) reviewed the latest developments in (2012–2015); and Tadashi Yokoyama, director, the universities; and (iii) directly obtained feedback from Development Institutions Division, International Bureau, university officials and scholars, including any problems JMOF (2013–2015), delivered the welcome remarks. encountered in relation to the program. The universities offer high-quality education in their respective fields Twelve scholars presented their theses covering diverse and offer opportunities to students from all ADB DMCs. subjects, such as agriculture, fiscal policies, infrastructure, The officials, scholarship administrators, and scholars economic development, health, and disaster risk expressed appreciation for the ADB–JSP and recognized management. Through the presentations, the scholars 8 Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program—Annual Report 2015

Table 3: Universities Visited by ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Missions in 2015

Designated Institution Location Date Visited Thammasat University Bangkok, Thailand 3 February Asian Institute of Technology Pathumthani, Thailand 4 February National University of Singapore Singapore 19 February Nanyang Technological University Singapore 20 February Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Delhi, India 10 March University of Hong Kong Hong Kong, China 23 March University of Melbourne Victoria, Australia 6 May University of Sydney Sydney, Australia 7 May Australian National University Canberra, Australia 8 May University of Auckland Auckland, New Zealand 11 May University of Tokyo, School of International Health Tokyo, Japan 17 June Hitotsubashi University Tokyo, Japan 17 June University of Tokyo, Division of Environmental Studies Kashiwa, Japan 18 June East-West Center Hawaii, United States 21 September United Nations University Tokyo, Japan 25 September

Source: Asian Development Bank.

were given a chance to transfer their knowledge to In the closing remarks, Rune Stroem, head, Office of universities and domestic firms, and to promote new Cofinancing Operations (2014–2016) emphasized that technologies in their countries. quality education plays an increasingly critical role in ensuring sustainable human resource development in As a new element, a panel discussion on the Role of the Asia and the Pacific. Scholars were entrusted to make the ADB–JSP Scholars in Rapidly Changing Asia was conducted most of the opportunity that the ADB–JSP provided to in the final session. It provided a venue for dialogue between them, both to develop themselves and to contribute to scholars, professors, and officials of JMOF and ADB to the development of their home countries while building discuss scholarship experiences and recommendations for a network of global partners and leaders, to address new the overall improvement of the program. challenges in the global community. 2015 Program and Activities 9

Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program alumni gatherings. ADB–JSP alumni Theses and Research Papers gatherings, with the assistance of ADB’s resident Completed in 2015 missions, were arranged as part of the executive director for Japan’s missions under the Japan Fund for Poverty The theses and research papers submitted during the year Reduction. Former scholars of the ADB–JSP were invited generally promote an issue of development or generate to meet and share success stories with fellow alumni, and new knowledge in their fields. The designated institutions strengthen their network as partners in the development make sure that the research work of the scholars is useful of their home countries. Table 4 provides the list of and related to the sustainable economic growth and countries where the gatherings were organized. social development of the scholars’ home countries. The list of theses and research papers completed in 2015 is in Table 4: List of ADB–Japan Scholarship Appendix G. Program Alumni Gatherings in 2015

Country Date Bangladesh April 2015 Bhutan June 2015 Myanmar September 2015 Source: Asian Development Bank. 10 Development Effectiveness Report 2013: Private Sector Operations 3 ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Helps Students and Alumni Achieve Career Aspirations

The Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB–JSP) is focused on building the capacity of countries to make well-informed decisions and carry out effective socioeconomic reform. The program is an invaluable resource for building the skills and capabilities needed to prosper in the highly interconnected global economy. ADB–JSP scholars are potential future leaders who are expected to tackle development challenges in their home countries. The following are some success stories of ADB–JSP scholars and alumni.

ADB–JSP scholars are potential future leaders who are expected to tackle development challenges in their home countries. ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Helps Students and Alumni Achieve Career Aspirations 11

I was awarded the ADB–JSP for a Master in Development Management in 2009-2010 at the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) in the Philippines. I was the youngest student in the program at 24 years old. I belong to the Pashtun Tribe, and I was born in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan.

After completing my studies at AIM, I joined Care International in Pakistan for the Flood Emergency Response Program in 2011, and was later awarded and recognized for providing outstanding contribution to the Flood Response Program in Pakistan. Later I led United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and United States Agency for International Development (USAID) public health projects in 2012 through a partner organization, at the provincial and national levels of Pakistan.

I joined the World Organization of the Scout Movement in November 2012 and I am still serving there in a global executive and expatriate position for the world and regional portfolios. In this position, I am serving as member of the World Office, responsible for the global environment portfolio that includes UZAIR KAMAL (Pakistan) the world scout environment program, promoting renewable Asian Institute of Management energy, climate change, etc.; and at the same time, maintain Master in Development Management global partnerships and liaison with 162 member countries September 2009–July 2010 and miscellaneous external partners; and as a member of the Asia-Pacific Regional Office, working on the regional development projects and institutional development within Asia and the Pacific.

After working in the banking sector in Bangladesh for 3 years, I decided to apply for a master’s program abroad. Frankly I didn’t know whether my experience abroad would be good or bad; but I knew it would be different, and that was what I wanted. Getting a full scholarship for an MBA degree was not only a dream for me, it was a fantasy. Amazingly, the fantasy came true when I got the ADB–JSP scholarship to pursue an MBA degree at the University of Hawaii. Furthermore, the integral connection between the award program and East–West Center has made my experience so rich and diverse.

Through the Asia-focused leadership training and involvement at the East–West Center, I had the opportunity to interact and work closely with hundreds of young leaders of tomorrow, and also with the big organizations working to make a positive impact in the world. In the process, I not only know more about MD. MARUF HOSSAIN (Bangladesh) the world, but I also learned to view my own values, culture, East–West Center and practices from a different perspective. Now that I feel Master in Business Administration (MBA) more connected and equipped to deal with social and regional August 2014–May 2016 challenges, I am more confident to make my mark than at any time before. 12 Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program—Annual Report 2015

After spending over 5 years working for an international nonprofit organization in different capacities, I felt the need for change. I wanted to get out of my comfort zone and challenge myself academically to further advance my career by learning new management tools and developing my leadership skills. Currently, I am pursuing my MBA degree at Shidler College of Business, University of Hawaii at Manoa, through a generous scholarship provided by ADB–JSP.

I am given so many great opportunities to improve my leadership skills both at the business school and the East–West Center (EWC). At school, I meet with different chief executive officers and managers through our Professional Development class and discuss their experiences and what it takes to be successful in business. Meetings with female chief executive officers and managers were especially inspiring for me. At EWC, I participate in the Leadership Certificate Program (LCP), which primarily focuses on real-life application of leadership concepts we discuss in class. Through LCP, I worked with two different organizations in Hawaii on two different projects which helped me to practice and further refine my fundamental skill sets (e.g., communication, team building, self-awareness, etc.) that contribute to becoming an effective leader.

Besides classroom learning, I believe that we learn so much from interacting with others, listening to their stories, and learning from their achievements and failures. For me this overall experience that started upon landing in Hawaii and meeting so many different people within the last couple of months was incredible. I learned so much from fellow students and EWC participants about their home countries, cultures, history, and issues they face on a day-to-day basis. All these learning experiences helped me to develop new perspectives and, most importantly, to better understand myself, my own potentials, strengths, and weaknesses. I have another great year UNDRAA NERGUI (Mongolia) awaiting me until the end of this program, and I am ready to East–West Center take on new challenges and rewards that will come along. At the end, I am beyond grateful for these learning opportunities and MBA, August 2015–May 2017 enlightening experiences that will guide me on my career path and will help me get to where I want to be in the future. ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Helps Students and Alumni Achieve Career Aspirations 13

It was a dream come true to receive the prestigious scholarship from ADB–JSP. This made it possible for me to pursue a master’s degree in one of the top graduate schools in Japan, the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS).

I was working as a research officer at Royal Education Council, Bhutan and after 2 years of the program in GRIPS (2013–2015), I was promoted to senior research officer in the same office. Not only that, I developed professionally and do work with ease with a broad range of knowledge of economics, development assistance, communication strategy, policy analysis, and many more. The degree from Japan is prestigious and I feel proud and happy to contribute to my nation’s development.

I would like to take this opportunity to share with all the aspiring students that this scholarship is the best and allows you to study whatever you choose to study, so that we can apply our knowledge and skills in all walks of life, and at the same time providing us with Japanese cultural experiences through various TASHI LHAMO (Bhutan) programs. This is an unlimited gift because during the course of study, I also published two papers in international peer-reviewed National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies journals on mass media. Master of Public Policy October 2013–September 2015

I was with the Monitoring and Evaluation Staff of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), Philippines, for 3 years prior to taking my graduate studies in Japan. Through ADB–JSP, I was able to finish my master’s degree in public policy, which strongly complemented my function of providing evidence for informed decisions related to the planning, programming, and implementation of national development programs and projects.

Before graduating, I was called back by NEDA to assume a more senior rank as senior economic development specialist. In addition to my regular tasks upon returning to NEDA, I was assigned as one of the government’s representatives to the Joint Evaluation on Japan’s Official Development Assistance toward Disaster Risk Reduction and Management, which is undertaken by the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines and NEDA. I attribute much of the confidence my superiors had in me to my exposure at GRIPS and Japan which allowed me to interact with and to draw insights from a multitude of public policy practitioners from across the globe.

NIKKI ANN CONSIGNA BERMUDEZ (Philippines) My 1-year stay at GRIPS was a rewarding and enriching GRIPS, Master of Public Policy experience. Not only did it hone my technical skills through October 2014–September 2015 the guidance of very able professors, but it also allowed me to establish ties with new friends and colleagues, and to partake and be part of the Japanese way. 14 Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program—Annual Report 2015

As an emerging architect and academic researcher of Bangladesh, I had a keen interest in taking the Master of Urban Design program at the University of Hong Kong and now I am obliged and honored to the ADB–JSP for giving me the opportunity to complete my master’s at this renowned university. Through this master’s program that ensures international exposure along with the good reputation of its high-quality academic environment and an extremely distinguished team of faculty members that encourages students from different academic backgrounds and various countries, I had the opportunity to live and study in a diversified environment. My degree not only contributes to my self- development but also enhances my ability as an academic to disseminate my knowledge and ideas more effectively among the young student community through my theory and studio courses. My final semester research thesis, Measuring Impacts of “Outdoor Comfort” on ‘Walkability’ in Warm Humid City: A Perspective from New and Historical Streetscape in the Residential Area of Dhaka, Bangladesh, which got me the Thesis Award for FARZANA SIDDIQUA (Bangladesh) Postgraduate Students offered by the Hong Kong Institute of The University of Hong Kong Surveyors. This experience and achievement encouraged me to go a long way. Master of Science in Urban Design September 2014–August 2015

It was my great privilege to have an opportunity to study master of arts in economics at the International University of Japan (IUJ). I must thank ADB–JSP for generously providing a scholarship for 2 years. My stay at IUJ was wonderful and I was able to meet with diverse colleagues from around the world. Such an opportunity to interact with diverse people offered unique cross-cultural learning that is my one of my successes. While staying at IUJ, I studied highly useful courses that contributed positively to my skills and capabilities.

Before joining IUJ, I worked as project coordinator at FORWARD Nepal, a nongovernment organization for agricultural development. After completing my master of arts in economics, I was successfully promoted as senior programme Officer at FORWARD Nepal with added responsibilities to manage several research and development projects.

Now, I am working as an economist at the Institute for Integrated Development Studies, a premier think tank in the PANKAJ KOIRALA (Nepal) country, and I am responsible for managing several research International University of Japan (IUJ) projects related to Nepal’s economic issues. Furthermore, Master of Arts (MA) in Economics I also teach at Himalayan College for Agricultural Science and Technology as adjunct associate professor. September 2012–June 2014 ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Helps Students and Alumni Achieve Career Aspirations 15

Before coming to Japan, I was working for the Diplomatic Academy of Viet Nam and in charge of the Viet Nam–Singapore Training Center. Working in the training center and organizing training courses for many Vietnamese government agencies, I understand the importance of continuous learning for one’s career development. Having a master’s degree from Japan is a turning point in my life. I understand that it is never too late to study a new thing, and I want to study more.

It has been almost 2 years since I came to Japan. Time flies so fast. This June, I am going to graduate and leave Japan soon. Right now I think about what I have achieved during my time in this beautiful country with sincere people, and in my university where I have gained great friends. A lot of good memories were made during my stay, and this 2 years will become an unforgettable part of my life. I have learned a lot of things here, from my academic life to my social life.

In addition, I had chance to do an internship at the Hitachi Information Technology Platform Division in Yokohama, and at the United Nations Centre for Regional Development in Nagoya. THI TOAN NGUYEN (Viet Nam) It was a great chance for me to understand human resource IUJ, MA in International Relations management in a truly Japanese environment and sustainable regional development in developing countries like Viet Nam. September 2014–June 2016 Without the support of the ADB–JSP, I would not have had the chance to do and learn such things.

After graduating from the Graduate School of International Cooperation Studies (GSICS), Kobe University in 2013, I returned to Indonesia and worked as researcher and academic assistant at Bandung Institute of Technology. At the same time, I extended my contribution to society by volunteering at the Bandung Disaster Study Group, Youth Beyond Disaster, and United Nations-Major Group for Children and Youth since 2013 until the present. In October 2014, I returned to GSICS as a doctoral student, and later became a research intern at the Asia Pacific Institute of Research in Osaka, Japan, and regional focal point for northeast and southeast Asia in the Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group at the United Nations-Major Group for Children and Youth.

I have published eight academic articles and am coauthoring four technical reports for a ministry of the Government of Indonesia and am in the process of publishing three book chapters. In addition, I became a panelist at one of the sessions on youth in the 3rd World Conference in Disaster Risk Reduction in Sendai, Japan in March 2015. In 2015, I was recognized by United Nations Population Fund, Indonesia MIZAN BUSTANUL FUADY BISRI (Indonesia) Office as one of 32 young leaders, and was featured in Youth Kobe University, Master of Political Science Booklet II–Realizing Young People’s Potential in Indonesia: The October 2011–September 2013 Path to a Brighter Future. In October 2015, Indonesia’s Ministry of Youth and Sports nominated me for a Youth Award in the subcategory of sustainable development. 16 Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program—Annual Report 2015

Form the beginning of my career, I always had a desire to work in the disaster management and climate change domain. And I got an opportunity to work in the world’s largest nongovernment organization these last 5 years. Then, I choose Japan for higher studies because Japan is one of the most disaster-prone countries with advanced technology to mitigate disasters. I focused my research on “Why People Do Not Use Cyclone Shelters during Disaster Time in Bangladesh.”

Since I belong to an indigenous community, getting a scholarship is not easy. When I was awarded an ADB–JSP scholarship, my family was so happy. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the ADB–JSP authorities for providing a great opportunity to update my knowledge for the development of my country. Also my sincere gratitude goes to my supervising professor, Hokugo Akihiko, who selected me to research with him. After graduation, I rejoined my previous organization. Now, I am confident I will able to contribute my skills on a professional level which I learned in Japan. Finally, my experience in Japan is excellent: I have many friends from different countries. We share not only academic issues, but also SWARNALI CHAKMA (Bangladesh) our countries’ policies and culture. Kobe University, Master of International Studies October 2015–September 2017

I was working as economic development specialist at the National Economic and Development Authority, the premier socioeconomic planning agency of the Philippines when I was awarded the ADB–JSP scholarship. As an aspiring project manager, I felt a great need to pursue further studies and attain management competencies suitable at the international level. Thankfully, I was granted the ADB–JSP scholarship to study for a master of arts in business administration (MBA) degree at Kyoto University.

The MBA program entails the unique approach of combining project and business management courses which is essential for aspiring project managers like me. It opened doors for me to meet not only students from different countries but also exemplary leaders, lecturers, mentors, and professors. This was very interesting to me as I was able to engage in in-depth discussions and sharing of country experiences with them. This rich exchange of ideas helped me attain a greater appreciation of how project managers worked in different countries and the vast lessons they learned through the years. I am thankful to ADB–JSP and Kyoto University for giving me this chance MA. GLORIA LELINA DALUDDUNG (Philippines) to pursue higher studies in Japan and in return, be able to Kyoto University, MBA contribute to national development by being among the growing April 2015–March 2017 number of competent project managers in the Philippines. ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Helps Students and Alumni Achieve Career Aspirations 17

It is really exciting and inspiring for me to look back at the precious time I spent in beautiful Japan during my masteral studies. It was great and broad experience to study at Kyushu University in Fukuoka, Japan through the ADB–JSP scholarship. Studying at Kyushu University gave me a lot of exposure in improving and enhancing my educational and research skills and goals. I was able to publish my first research paper in an international journal which is usually hard to do during masteral studies. Besides this, I had the opportunity to give my oral research presentation at an international conference held in the Republic of Korea in 2013.

Along with getting rich educational experience in a world-class university, I had an opportunity to join some extracurricular activities such as the Kyushu University Foreign Student Association (KUFSA) as sports officer facilitating and organizing different sports events. KUFSA is a multicultural student forum offering spectacular activities in culture, sports, recreation, and tourism, for international as well as local students. Being part of KUFSA was a memorable story of my nonacademic experience in Japan. KUFSA gave me opportunities to make friends and interact with a multicultural and multilingual society of diverse nationalities. I became familiar with different lifestyles, cuisines, languages, and cultures.

My master’s degree from Kyushu University enabled me to boost my personal and professional life with increased job opportunities and an international network of friends. After graduation, I started working in the agriculture sector. I am thankful to ADB–JSP for providing me the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills during my student days in Japan.

I sincerely thank the ADB–JSP for providing me with this wonderful opportunity to build my capacity to serve my country. MUHAMMAD UMAR FAROOQ (Pakistan) I am thankful to the faculty and staff of Kyushu University, Kyushu University particularly Professor Shoji Ohga, Department of Agro- Master of Agro-Environmental Sciences Environmental Sciences, for his kindness, encouragement, and October 2012–September 2014 help throughout my studies. 18 Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program—Annual Report 2015

My career as an individual consultant has become more exciting and enjoyable after I finished my masteral studies at the Laboratory of Environmental Economics, Kyushu University in Japan through the generous support of ADB–JSP. I am honored and greatly thankful to ADB–JSP for giving me the chance to study in Japan. During the 2 years of study, my technical knowledge, research skills, leadership, and management skills have helped me grow professionally. Moreover, I have a big network of Japanese professionals from Japan and international students from all over the world. The impressive Japanese culture, arts, amazing landscapes in Japan, delicious Japanese food, and people all around are also unforgettable.

Before my graduation from Kyushu University, a number of employers and development agencies contacted me for various consultancy services. After graduation, I returned to my home country and engaged in various projects. At first, I worked as a consultant for the country’s AgriBusiness Industry Diagnosis for International Finance Cooperation with the Mekong Economics Institute. Then, I worked for the “Development of Fruits and Vegetables Wholesale Market Management Plan in Myanmar” for the Vegetable Sector Acceleration Task Force and Mercy Corps international nongovernment organization with the two consultants from the Netherlands.

I am now working on the “Value Chain Assessment of Melon in Myanmar” for the Myanmar Fruits and Vegetable Producers and Exporters Association as an individual consultant. I have much more confidence in my work than before. Many other projects have also been offered to me, and I am contributing my efforts in the sustainable development of agriculture and resource economics in Myanmar through these projects. I owe my gratitude forever to ADB–JSP; Kyushu University; my professor, Dr. Mitsuyasu Yabe; and the Laboratory of Environmental THI MAR WIN (Myanmar) Economics. Kyushu University Master of Agricultural and Resource Economics October 2013–September 2015 ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Helps Students and Alumni Achieve Career Aspirations 19

After coming back from Japan, the Government of Bangladesh posted me in the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, as assistant chief of planning and development. I was assigned to the planning and coordinating of the annual development program, budget preparation, and determining the activities to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals of the ministry. I also work as the planner of airport development projects of Bangladesh. I am now directly involved in the construction of the third terminal of the Dhaka International Airport, construction of Cox`s Bazar International Airport, Khan Jahan Ali Airport, and some others.

The authority nominated me to participate as coordinator in the International Tourism Trade Fair held in India in from 28 July to 5 October 2015 where Bangladesh won the trophy of Best Pavilion, beating many other countries. In February 2016, the ministry sent me to Istanbul, Turkey to represent the government to attend “Public–Private Partnership Airport Investment Summit 2016.” I hope to contribute more of my knowledge and capacity toward the development of my country which I obtained through my studies with the support of the ADB–JSP scholarship. MD. SALAH UDDIN (Bangladesh) Nagoya University I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to ADB, the MA in International Development Government of Japan, and my beloved Nagoya University for extending their support for my education in international April 2013–March 2015 development.

After 9 years working experience mostly in the area of human resources, then later, also in the area of quality assurance, I noticed that Indonesia never has a shortage of natural and cultural resources to support its economic viability. The problem mostly comes from the quality of the human resources in managing and sustaining the resources. I know I can contribute significantly toward the development of Indonesian human resources in general more than by just being a professional at work. That’s when the ADB–JSP and Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University in Japan enabled me to take a master’s degree on scholarship, studying tourism and hospitality, which was relevant to the line of business I had worked in the last 4 years.

The program allows me to take different perspectives in developing human resources, mostly in tourism and hospitality. It also equipped me with techniques to assess a problem by conducting research and contributing relevant solutions based on the findings. On conducting research for FINA RICHDAYANTI RIRIEN (Indonesia) my thesis, I presented my thesis proposal in November 2014 Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University at the 5th Annual Conference of the International Association Master of Science in International Cooperation Policy— for Asia Pacific Studies, in Incheon, Republic of Korea. I was Tourism and Hospitality Course also given the opportunity to present my ongoing thesis September 2014–September 2016 findings in November 2015 at the 13th Asia Pacific Conference in Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan. 20 Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program—Annual Report 2015

Shortly after graduating with a major in international trade, I worked as a full-time project coordinator from 2006 to 2008 at the Medimpex International LLC.

Early 2009, I was convinced that I had to invest in my future career development. After doing some research, I chose the ADB–JSP scholarship that opened the door to the Ritsumeikan University. Upon completion of my master’s degree, I returned to my native country and was engaged in a joint project managed by the Ministry of Finance and the World Bank. The development objectives of this project are to support the recipient’s capacity enhancement efforts in fiscal, social, and financial policy making, regulation, and implementation. Between then and now, I was awarded a couple of honorary certificates by the Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank of Mongolia. These are the true evidence of the pragmatism of the knowledge that I was taught at the Ritsumeikan University.

Finally, I humbly express my deepest gratitude to the Government of Japan, ADB, Professor Kazuo Inaba, Professor OTGONBAIGAL DORJGOTOV (Mongolia) Kang-Kook Lee, and the Ritsumeikan University staff. The Ritsumeikan University, Graduate School of Economics knowledge once attained at this university will continue to give Master in Economic Development its fruits to the national development of Mongolia for years to come. September 2009–September 2011

Education is all about transformation and innovation, especially when it comes to transforming and innovating how developing nations and stakeholders connect to this dynamic world. I highly appreciate the support provided by ADB–JSP—a pioneer in the industry and one of the many organizations clearly focused on promoting education and knowledge for socioeconomic development.

The ADB–JSP provided me with an excellent opportunity to complete my master’s degree at Saitama University, Japan. While majoring in structural dynamics for my master’s degree in civil engineering, I grew professionally, developed my leadership skills immensely, and established memorable networks with students from different parts of the world. The course provided me with a deeper understanding of the dynamics of structure, and under the supervision of my professors, I learned how to apply them to real- world problems. During my studies, I presented my research at the Annual Meeting of Japan Association for Earthquake Engineering, International Symposium on 19 November 2015, where I was given the Excellent Presentation Award. I was very thrilled at this ASHISH SHRESTHA (Nepal) achievement. Saitama University Master of Engineering in Structural Dynamics Upon returning home, I wish to extend this knowledge and April 2014–March 2016 academic experiences and reap some benefit for the development of my nation. Many thanks to ADB–JSP and Saitama University for making my dream come true. ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Helps Students and Alumni Achieve Career Aspirations 21

In the field of civil engineering, I started my career as a bridge engineer. After graduating from Khulna University of Engineering and Technology, I joined the Bangladesh Bridge Authority, a specialized government organization responsible for construction and maintenance of megabridges in Bangladesh. While working there, I felt that I needed higher education from abroad to boost my career. And one fine morning in January 2014, I got confirmation from ADB–JSP that I could take a 2-year master’s degree in Saitama University, Japan. I will remember these 2 years as the golden time of my life, not only academically but also personally, as my first child was born in Japan! Apart from personal affairs, I have gathered state-of-the- art knowledge on steel bridges through my research which is a prospective area for future development in Bangladesh.

After completing my master’s degree, ADB–JSP awarded me another scholarship from April 2016 to continue my doctoral degree at the same university.

MAHMUDUR RAHMAN (Bangladesh) This is definitely a rare opportunity, and I would like to Saitama University thank ADB–JSP for continuously supporting me to build my professional career. Master of Engineering in Structural Dynamics April 2014–March 2016

First of all, I am sincerely grateful to ADB–JSP and the University of Tokyo for fulfilling my dream and enabling me to have invaluable experiences. As a medical doctor in Myanmar, the ADB–JSP program prepared me for life in many ways that I could never have learned through books. For my masteral thesis, I conducted a research project, “Husbands’ Involvement in their Spouses’ Utilization of Maternal Care Services in Yangon, Myanmar,” under the supervision of my inspiring mentors at the University of Tokyo. This work was also published as “Are Husbands Involving in their Spouses’ Utilization of Maternal Care Services? A Cross-Sectional Study in Yangon, Myanmar” in the PLOS ONE journal in December 2015. Throughout my study program, apart from building the foundation for research methodology, I had the chance to deepen my knowledge in different aspects of maternal and child health issues. Moreover, the benefits I gained working with people from different countries were beyond my expectations. KYI MAR WAI (Myanmar) This masteral program had immeasurable impact on me, and School of International Health I found greater enthusiasm to drive my passions. I am looking forward to contributing in the future to research and development The University of Tokyo sectors of health in Myanmar. Master in Community and Global Health April 2013–March 2015 22 Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program—Annual Report 2015

Before studying at the University of Tokyo, I had work experience of about 9 years in Indian Railways. From the time I joined Indian Railways, I was fascinated with the Shinkansen bullet trains of Japan and had always dreamed of having hands-on experience of Japanese railway technology. Around 2 years back when I was working in Indian Railways as divisional engineer, I came across a notification by the Railway Board inviting applications for study leaves to study at the University of Tokyo. The scholarship for study at the University of Tokyo was to be given by the ADB–JSP. This was a golden opportunity for me and I did not miss the chance. There is no alternative to learning technology through direct experience, and I realized this as soon as I landed in Japan and started studying at the University of Tokyo. I could now compare the technology and practices of my own country with those available in Japan.

This quickly enhanced my knowledge and placed me on a different plane altogether. With the symbiotic relationship that exists between the educational institute and industries in Japan, I was able to do many internships and training during vacations and holidays. Since my research work is also related to a current issue in Indian Railways, its findings have direct practical relevance. Recently, Indian Railways decided to introduce a high-speed train between Mumbai and Ahmedabad with the help of Japan. In this context, my study at the University of Tokyo becomes even more relevant as I have developed a good understanding of the work culture in Japan and have also acquired some competence in the Japanese language. Since most of the bridges and structures of high-speed tracks will be ANUPAM AWASTHI (India) built from concrete, my research work in concrete engineering gives me an edge. All these became possible only through the Department of Civil Engineering help of the ADB–JSP. The scholarship is sufficient to maintain The University of Tokyo a decent standard of living in Tokyo, one of the costliest cities in Master of Engineering in Concrete Engineering the world. I hope this program continues to provide support to October 2014–September 2016 future aspirants like me for higher education in Japan. ADB–Japan Scholarship Program Helps Students and Alumni Achieve Career Aspirations 23

I am a member of the Bangladesh Civil Service and, hence, have a keen interest in enriching my knowledge and expertise in the fields of environment and climate change issues. In 2013, I got a ADB–JSP scholarship in environmental studies at the University of Tokyo, Japan, one of the prestigious universities in the world. I finally completed my postgraduate studies in September 2015 so I am grateful to ADB–JSP for its financial support during my studies in Japan. My learning experience at the University of Tokyo was a valuable addition to my life. It enhanced my knowledge and skills regarding the environment, especially the coastal environment. I hope I will be able to apply what I learned for sustainable development in Bangladesh.

After completing my studies, I rejoined, as upazila fisheries officer, the Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, which is the competent authority for the certification of fishery products to export abroad and to maintain the quality of the pre-shipment fishery products of Bangladesh. The other responsibilities I carry out include environmental MD. BODURU ZAMAN (Bangladesh) issues and labor law issues of workers in the fisheries sector. Division of Environmental Studies Recently, I was promoted to senior upazila fisheries officer. I am confident that the knowledge I gained at the University The University of Tokyo, Master of International Studies of Tokyo, Japan, through ADB–JSP support, will help me make October 2013–September 2015 more significant contributions in my new duties and challenges.

I am grateful to ADB–JSP for enabling me to pursue a high- quality education in a friendly learning environment. The 2 years of studying with my wonderful professors and friends in the University of Tokyo widened my view on public policy globally, and at the same time, deepened my knowledge of development progress in Viet Nam.

Returning to professional practice, I have many chances to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the field of climate change resilience in the water sector in Viet Nam. I have been involved deeply in supporting the water utilities in the south of Viet Nam to prepare its climate change adaptation plans. Actively interacting with the various stakeholders such as governmental bodies, the private sector, communities, national researchers, and international consultants, I work with them toward a sustainable path of development in the water sector. The work is also meant to bridge Viet Nam to the most effective models of water governance in the world, as well as to the latest THI THUY NGUYEN (Viet Nam) technologies of water management to secure water safety in the country. Besides this, I engage in research on water resources Graduate School of Public Policy governance with a team from a leading university in the southern The University of Tokyo region. We are aiming to enhance the organization of local Master of Public Policy government and civil society to help realize the universal right of September 2011–August 2013 water for the people. 24 Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program—Annual Report 2015

The University of Melbourne provided me with a variety of subjects and streams to choose from and the opportunity to streamline the subjects based on my interests. I had the opportunity to meet, interact, and become really good friends with wonderful people from all over the globe, and enjoy the multiculturalism of the city of Melbourne. The University of Melbourne celebrated multiculturalism to its fullest in the form of cultural programs and events. It was here that I had the wonderful opportunity to talk about my Nepalese culture as well get to know about various cultures in Australia and around the world. Besides my studies, I had the opportunity to work in the Melbourne Population Health Student Association as a communication officer after being elected to the position in May 2014, and I organized various events at the university. In the second year of my course, I was enrolled for a research project entitled “Data Analysis of Contact Patterns Relevant to Transmission of Respiratory Infection to Infants in Two Local Government Areas of Victoria, Australia,” which really enhanced my skills in infectious disease epidemiology.

After completing my course, I am back home and started working for Sustainable Action for Resilience and Food Security, a United States Agency for International Development program, as capacity-building officer. I look into the training of NIRAJ SHRESTHA (Nepal) health personnel and community health volunteers on The University of Melbourne their management of acute malnutrition that tackles and Master in Public Health prevents acute malnutrition from the aftermath of the April February 2014–December 2015 2015 earthquake in Nepal. It is really wonderful to be able to support my country in my own little capacity as my country is undertaking the mammoth task of reconstruction and recovery following the disastrous quake. I sincerely thank ADB–JSP for this wonderful opportunity. 4 Summary and Conclusions

Since 1988, the ADB–JSP has been making significant from their host universities. The ADB–JSP will continue contributions to enable ADB’s DMCs to participate in to focus on socioeconomic development fields at the regional cooperation for socioeconomic development— master’s degree level while degree courses remain a key element for success in the fight against poverty. relevant to ADB’s Strategy 2020.1 The ADB–JSP will The ADB–JSP has awarded scholarships to 3,387 also continue to prioritize the selection of candidates mid-career professionals from 37 DMCs. Through who have limited finances, are female, or are nationals graduate studies at 29 well-known universities in Asia and of underrepresented DMCs. The final awards will be the Pacific, ADB–JSP recipients acquired the necessary based on geographic and gender balance as well as the skills for the implementation of sound policies aimed socioeconomic backgrounds of applicants. at enhancing economic growth, improving access to basic services, and promoting good governance. The ADB–JSP will continue to monitor the performance As economies in the region grow more complex and of its scholars and alumni, as well as developments become more integrated, cross-border higher education, concerning the designated institutions. The program such as the ADB–JSP, plays a key role in human resource will engage in more activities to raise Japan’s profile in development and workforce mobility. ADB–JSP also the region, supporting intensified Japanese visibility and facilitates capacity building in DMCs with innovation, increasing opportunities for candidates from DMCs. The knowledge, and technology needed to compete in a ADB–JSP will progressively strengthen the partnership rapidly changing global community. with its designated institutions, to advance program objectives and program quality through a shared vision During the academic year 2015, the ADB–JSP supported and common action. The program will strengthen the 255 scholars (129 new scholars and 126 continuing network among ADB scholars, alumni, institutions, and scholars). At the end of the academic year 2015, ADB to support future collaboration. 130 recipients completed their studies and graduated

1 Asian Development Bank. 2008. Strategy 2020: The Long-Term Strategic Framework of the Asian Development Bank 2008–2020. Manila.

2525 APPENDIX A Designated Institutions and Program Coordinators

Date Institution Location Designated Program Coordinator and Contact Details Asian Institute of Management Philippines May 1988 Rey Reyes Registrar Office of the Registrar Joseph R. McMicking Campus 123 Paseo de Roxas, MCPO Box 2095, Makati City 1260 Metro Manila, Philippines Tel +63 2 893 7631/892 4011 Fax +63 2 893 7631/817 9240/894 1407 [email protected] Asian Institute of Technology Thailand May 1988 Tenzin Rabgyal Coordinator, Admissions and Scholarships Office PO Box 4, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand Tel +66 2 524 5024 Fax +66 2 524 5069 [email protected] The Australian National University Australia April 1990 Billie Headon Crawford School of Economics and Director Government Student Recruitment, Scholarships, and Alumni ANU College of Asia and the Pacific, JG Crawford Building No. 13, Canberra ACT 0200 Australia Tel +61 2 6125 3914 Fax +61 2 6125 5570 [email protected]

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Date Institution Location Designated Program Coordinator and Contact Details East–West Center United States August 1988 Stella Kolinski University of Hawaii at Manoa ADB–JSP and EWC Scholarship Assistant 1601 East–West Road, Honolulu, Hawaii 96848-1601 United States Tel +1 808 944 7738 Fax +1 808 944 7070/944 7730 [email protected] Hitotsubashi University Japan June 2010 Yuri Okamoto School of International and Public Policy Program Manager, Asian Public Policy Program 2-1-2 Hitotsubashi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-8439 Japan Tel +81 3 4212 3145 Fax +81 3 4212 3146 [email protected] Indian Institute of Technology Delhi India December 1988 Vivek Raman Deputy Registrar (PGS & R) Hauz Khas, New Delhi 110 016, India Tel +91 11 2659 1737 Fax +91 11 2658 2032 [email protected] International Rice Research Institute Philippines May 1988 Anilyn Maningas University of the Philippines, Los Baños Assistant Manager, Training Center 6776 Ayala Ave. Security Bank Center, Suite 1009 Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines Tel +63 2 845 0563/0569/0570 Fax +63 2 845 0606/891 1292 [email protected] International University of Japan Japan September 1988 Rumiko Anazawa Administrative Staff, Office of Student Services 777 Kokusai-cho, Minami Uonuma-shi Niigata 949-7277, Japan Tel +81 25 779 1500 Fax +81 25 779 1180 [email protected], [email protected] Keio University Japan Shinnosuke Obi International Graduate Programs on December 2004 Professor, Faculty of Science and Technology Advanced Science and Technology Chair, Committee for International Affairs Graduate School of Economics June 2010 3-14-1 Hiyoshi, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama Graduate School of System Design and June 2010 Kanagawa 223-8522, Japan Management Tel +81 45 566 1468 Fax +81 45 566 1469 [email protected]

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Appendix A continued Date Institution Location Designated Program Coordinator and Contact Details Kobe University Japan May 2010 Yasuharu Shimamura Graduate School of International Coordinator Cooperation Studies 2-1 Rokkodai-cho, Nada-ku, Kobe 657-8501, Japan Tel +81 78 803 7267 Fax +81 78 803 7295 gsics-ADB–[email protected] Kyoto University Japan November 2013 Kitano Mika Graduate School of Management Coordinator, International Education and Student Graduate School of Global Mobility Division Environmental Studies Yoshida Honmachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8501, Japan Graduate School of Agriculture Tel +81 75 753 2552 Fax +81 75 753 2562 [email protected], [email protected] [email protected] Kyushu University Japan June 2010 Akiko Kai Graduate School of Bioresource and Administrative Staff Bioenvironmental Sciences 6-10-1, Hakozaki, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka 812-8581 Graduate School of Law Japan Tel +81 92 642 2788 Fax +81 92 642 2144 ADB–[email protected] Lahore University of Management Pakistan August 1988 Ahmad Saad Qureshi Sciences Development Team Suleman Dawood School of Business Opposite Sector “U,” DHA, Lahore Cantt., Lahore 54792 Pakistan Tel +92 42 3560 8181 Fax +92 42 3752 5048 [email protected] Nagoya University Japan August 2000 Akihiro Asakawa Graduate School of International ADB–JSP Coordinator Development 65 Tsurumaicho, Showa Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture 466-8550, Japan Tel +81 52 789 5079 Fax +81 52 789 4951 [email protected] Nanyang Technological University Singapore June 2010 Hon Meow Sen Damon Nanyang Business School Manager, Marketing and Admissions The Nanyang MBA Block S3, B34-01, Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798 Tel +65 6790 4779 Fax +65 6791 3561 [email protected] National Graduate Institute for Policy Japan August 2000 Yuuko Uemura Studies Program Coordinator, International Programs Team Academic and Student Affairs Division 7-22-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8677, Japan Tel +81 3 6439 6044 Fax +81 3 6439 6040 [email protected]

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Date Institution Location Designated Program Coordinator and Contact Details National University of Singapore Singapore March 1989 Angelyn Ang Hwee Been Head, Marketing and Admissions 15 Kent Ridge Drive, Singapore 119245 Tel +65-6516 3427 Fax +65 6872 4423 [email protected] Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University Japan May 2010 Naohiko Kameda Graduate School of Asia Pacific Studies Manager, APU Admissions Office 1-1 Jumonjibaru, Beppu City, Oita Prefecture, 874-8577 Japan Tel +81 977 78 1119 Fax +81 977 78 1121 [email protected] Ritsumeikan University Japan January 2005 Kayo Aoyama Graduate School of Economics International Center at Biwako Kusatsu Campus 1-1-1 Noji-higashi, Kusatsu, Shiga 525-8577, Japan Tel +81 77 561 3946 ext. 515 7828 Fax +81 77 561 3956 ext. 515 7819 [email protected] Saitama University Japan December 1995 Yuko Mori Department of Civil and Environmental Administrative Assistant, Foreign Student Office Engineering 255 Shimo Okubo, Sakura-ku, Saitama-shi Saitama 338-8570, Japan Tel +81 48 858 3555 Fax +81 48 858 3555/3825 [email protected] Thammasat University Thailand February 1997 Panyaphat Sommai International Scholarship Officer Rangsit Campus, Klong Luang Pathumthani Bangkok 12121, Thailand Tel +66 2613 2048 Fax +66 2623 5289 [email protected] Tokyo Institute of Technology Japan May 2010 Naoya Abe Associate Professor, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Department of International Development Engineering 2-12-1-I4-4 Ookayama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8550, Japan Tel +81 3 5734 3797 Fax +81 3 5734- [email protected] United Nations University Japan November 2013 Hikari Ogawa Institute for the Advanced Study Programme Assistant of Sustainability 53-70 Jingumae 5-chome, Shibuya-ku Tokyo 150-8925, Japan Tel: + 81 3 5467 1212 Fax: +81 3 3406 7347 [email protected]

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Date Institution Location Designated Program Coordinator and Contact Details The University of Auckland New Zealand July 1996 Suriati Razman International Student Adviser Private Bag 92019, Victoria Street West, Auckland Mail Centre, Auckland 1142, New Zealand Tel + 64 9 373-7513 Fax +64 9 373 7405 [email protected] The University of Hong Kong Hong Kong, June 1989 Henrietta Chan China Senior Manager, Scholarships Office, The Registry 9/F Knowles Building, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong, China Tel +85 2 2241 5262 Fax +85 2 2858 5454 [email protected], [email protected] The University of Melbourne Australia March 1997 Robert Westerink Manager, Melbourne Scholarships Office Parkville, Victoria 3010, Australia Tel +61 3 8344 6322 Fax +61 3 9349 1740 [email protected] The University of Sydney Australia June 1988 Sean Lee Regional Manager Rm 412, Lvl 4, Jane Foss Russell G02 The University of Sydney NSW 2006 Tel. No.: +61 2 8627 8371 Fax No.: +61 2 9351 7334 [email protected] The University of Tokyo Japan March 1989 Junichi Koseki Department of Civil Engineering Professor of Civil Engineering and Foreign Student Officer 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8656, Japan Tel +81 3 5841 6141 Fax +81 3 5841 8509 [email protected] The University of Tokyo Japan February 2002 Hiroyuki Katayama Department of Urban Engineering Associate Professor of Civil Engineering and Foreign Student Officer 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8656, Japan Tel +81 3 5841 6241 Fax +81 3 5841 8509 [email protected] The University of Tokyo Japan June 2010 Toshiaki Iizuka Graduate School of Public Policy Dean #616 Administration Bureau Building No. 2, 7-3-1 Hongo Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan Tel +81 3 5841 1349 Fax +81 3 5841 3190 [email protected]

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Appendix A continued Date Institution Location Designated Program Coordinator and Contact Details The University of Tokyo Japan February 2001 Hiroyasu Sato Division of Environmental Studies Associate Professor, International Liason Office Kashiwa International Office Building of Environmental Studies, Room #124, 5-1-5 Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa City, Chiba 277-8563, Japan Tel +81 4 7136 4558 Fax +81 4 7136 4560 [email protected] The University of Tokyo Japan April 1997 Masamine Jimba School of International Health Professor, Department of International Community Health, School of International Health, Graduate School of Medicine 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan Tel +81 3 5841 3688 Fax +81 3 5841 3422 [email protected] University of Tsukuba Japan February 2011 Mari Minowa Graduate School of Humanities and Deputy Director, Economic and Public Policy Social Sciences Management Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8573, Japan Tel +81 29 853 6785 Fax +81 29 853 6785 [email protected]

Source: Asian Development Bank. APPENDIX B

Scholarships Awarded and Completed, by Country, 1988–2015

Nationality 1988–2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total ACACACACACACA%C% Nepal 275 240 11 14 17 14 17 14 18 15 16 17 354 10.45 314 10.37 Viet Nam 286 257 8 14 13 14 15 7 14 13 11 13 347 10.25 318 10.50 Bangladesh 251 203 13 18 18 16 21 13 18 20 16 20 337 9.95 290 9.58 Philippines 233 208 14 13 15 14 14 17 19 17 14 10 309 9.12 279 9.21 Indonesia 199 174 15 10 14 13 8 16 13 10 5 7 254 7.50 230 7.60 Pakistan 171 144 13 11 14 11 13 14 12 11 8 11 231 6.82 202 6.67 People’s Republic 196 179 2 3 5 6 3 3 1 4 3 1 210 6.20 196 6.47 of China Sri Lanka 160 143 6 7 4 5 5 5 9 5 5 5 189 5.58 170 5.61 India 151 140 2 8 6 5 6 2 9 3 8 9 182 5.37 167 5.52 Myanmar 110 99 6 4 7 5 12 6 16 8 8 11 159 4.69 133 4.39 Mongolia 112 92 5 9 6 2 1 7 1 4 4 1 129 3.81 115 3.80 Bhutan 84 72 8 6 7 7 6 8 5 7 11 9 121 3.57 109 3.60 Cambodia 81 71 3 6 6 2 3 3 3 6 3 3 99 2.92 91 3.01 Thailand 69 61 5 3 5 6 3 2 7 7 6 1 95 2.80 80 2.64 Kyrgyz Republic 50 47 2 2 4 1 3 2 4 2 2 61 1.80 58 1.92 Other 267 229 9 12 8 8 8 11 9 6 9 10 310 9.15 276 9.11 Nationalities Total 2,695 2,359 122 140 149 129 138 130 154 140 129 130 3,387 100.00 3,028 100.00 A = awarded, C = completed. Source: Asian Development Bank.

32 APPENDIX C Profile of Scholars and Graduates, 1988–2015

Table C.1: Number of Scholars, by Gender, Degree Program, and Field of Study

By Gender By Degree Program By Field of Study Academic Certificate/ Business and Science and Year Female Male Total Diploma Masters PhD Total Management Economics Law Technology Total 1988- 2005 609 1,302 1,911 22 1,779 110 1,911 528 585 1 797 1,911 2006 76 102 178 0 173 5 178 37 61 1 79 178 2007 66 78 144 0 143 1 144 26 55 0 63 144 2008 72 106 178 0 177 1 178 39 60 0 79 178 2009 55 85 140 2 134 4 140 27 58 1 54 140 2010 47 97 144 0 139 5 144 26 49 1 68 144 2011 56 66 122 0 120 2 122 19 56 1 46 122 2012 64 85 149 0 148 1 149 20 56 2 71 149 2013 56 82 138 0 138 0 138 17 65 1 55 138 2014 72 82 154 0 154 0 154 15 57 2 80 154 2015 66 63 129 0 129 0 129 18 58 2 51 129 Total 1,239 2,148 3,387 24 3,234 129 3,387 772 1,160 12 1,443 3,387

Source: Asian Development Bank.

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Table C.2: Number of Graduates, by Gender, Degree Program, and Field of Study

By Gender By Degree Program Certificate/ Academic Year Female Male Total Diploma Masters PhD Total 1989-2005 487 1090 1,577 21 1,458 98 1,577 2006 64 100 164 0 158 6 164 2007 70 74 144 0 142 2 144 2008 78 94 172 0 167 5 172 2009 67 93 160 0 159 1 160 2010 54 88 142 1 140 1 142 2011 57 83 140 1 135 4 140 2012 44 85 129 0 125 4 129 2013 56 74 130 0 128 2 130 2014 63 77 140 0 140 0 140 2015 58 72 130 0 130 0 130 Total 1,098 1,930 3,028 23 2,882 123 3,028

Table C.2 continued

By Field of Study Business and Science and Academic Year Management Economics Law Technology Total 1989–2005 449 486 0 642 1577 2006 37 54 1 72 164 2007 28 53 1 62 144 2008 31 61 0 80 172 2009 39 54 0 67 160 2010 22 52 1 67 142 2011 37 54 1 48 140 2012 18 52 0 59 129 2013 21 54 3 52 130 2014 13 56 1 70 140 2015 15 62 2 51 130 Total 710 1,038 10 1,270 3,028

Source: Asian Development Bank. APPENDIX D

Scholarships Awarded and Completed, by Designated Institution, 1988–2015

1988–2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total Institution ACACACACACACACA%C% AIM 410 382 6 12 14 18 16 14 13 14 16 13 13 12 488 14.41 465 15.36 AIT 285 260 14 13 7 6 15 14 6 6 16 15 4 5 347 10.25 319 10.54 ANU- 116 104 7 4 4 7 7 4 4 5 6 5 5 7 149 4.40 136 4.49 CSEG APU 0 0 2 0 3 0 2 2 3 3 2 2 3 3 15 0.44 10 0.33 EWC 132 118 3 4 7 8 3 3 7 8 4 3 6 7 162 4.78 151 4.99 GRIPS 176 155 15 17 13 15 15 12 13 10 10 15 12 11 254 7.50 235 7.76 HIT 0 0 1 0 1 0 2 1 3 1 1 1 0 3 8 0.24 6 0.20 HKU 125 108 7 6 3 4 7 6 5 6 3 6 5 3 155 4.58 139 4.59 IITD 43 29 2 1 0 2 2 2 2 0 2 2 2 2 53 1.56 38 1.25 IRRI 64 53 023510233112 74 2.18 66 2.18 IUJ 279 233 18 19 8 19 16 14 11 11 14 13 10 11 356 10.51 320 10.57 KEIO 9 6 3 2 2 1 3 2 1 2 5 3 0 1 23 0.68 16 0.56 KOBE 0 0 0 0 4 0 1 0 4 4 1 1 4 4 14 0.41 9 0.30 KYOTO 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 3 0 5 0.15 0 0.00 KYUSHU 0 0 3 0 2 1 3 2 2 3 4 2 3 3 17 0.50 11 0.36 LUMS 78 63 2 2 2 2 0 2 4 2 0 0 0 3 86 2.54 74 2.44 NTU-NBS 0 0 1 0 3 1 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 12 0.35 10 0.33 NU-GSID 52 38 5 6 7 7 6 4 8 8 6 6 7 8 91 2.69 77 2.54 NUS 95 88 8 3 2 7 1 2 8 2 3 6 7 4 124 3.66 112 3.70 RU 12 7 3 2 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 28 0.83 22 0.73 SU 125 102 10 14 9 8 13 10 9 8 13 13 9 9 188 5.55 164 5.42

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table continued 1988–2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total Institution ACACACACACACACA%C% SU-GSPS 14 13 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 0.41 13 0.43 TOKYO- 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 2 1 3 2 8 0.24 3 0.10 TECH TSUKUBA 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 1 3 0 0 2 1 6 0.18 4 0.13 TU 35 23 1 3 0 1 4 0 0 1 3 3 1 0 44 1.30 31 1.02 UNU-IAS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 3 0.09 0 0.00 UOA 63 54 4 4 3 2 4 5 3 6 4 2 3 3 84 2.48 76 2.51 UOM 60 54 3 2 2 4 1 2 4 2 2 2 3 4 75 2.21 70 2.31 UOS 123 110 3 7 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 126 3.72 119 3.93 UOT-Civ 140 125 9 7 7 7 8 8 8 7 9 7 7 7 188 5.55 168 5.55 Eng UOT-Env 44 33 2 6 3 5 2 2 2 3 5 2 2 2 60 1.77 53 1.75 UOT- 0 0 3 0 2 0 3 3 2 2 3 3 2 2 15 0.44 10 0.33 GraSPP UOT-Int’l 65 54 6 5 3 6 6 6 5 3 5 6 5 5 95 2.80 85 2.81 Health UOT- 6 5 3 1 2 0 3 3 1 2 3 3 2 1 20 0.59 15 0.50 Urban Total 2,551 2,217 144 142 122 140 149 129 138 130 154 140 129 130 3,387 100.00 3,028 100.00

A = awarded; AIM = Asian Institute of Management; AIT = Asian Institute of Technology; ANU-CSEG = The Australian National University, Crawford School of Economics and Government; APU = Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University; C = completed; EWC = East–West Center; GRIPS = National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies; HIT = Hitotsubashi University; HKU = The University of Hong Kong; IITD = Indian Institute of Technology Delhi; IRRI = International Rice Research Institute; IUJ = International University of Japan; KEIO = Keio University; KOBE = Kobe University; KYOTO = Kyoto University; KYUSHU = Kyushu University; LUMS = Lahore University of Management Sciences; NTU-NBS = Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Business School; NU-GSID = Nagoya University, Graduate School of International Development; NUS = National University of Singapore; RU = Ritsumeikan University; SU = Saitama University, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering; SU-GSPS = Saitama University, Graduate School of Policy Science; TOKYO-TECH = Tokyo Institute of Technology; TSUKUBA = University of Tsukuba; TU = Thammasat University; UNU-IAS = United Nations University, Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability; UOA = The University of Auckland; UOM = The University of Melbourne; UOS = The University of Sydney; UOT-Civ Eng = The University of Tokyo, Department of Civil Engineering; UOT-Env = The University of Tokyo, Division of Environmental Studies; UOT-GraSPP = University of Tokyo, Graduate School of Public Policy; UOT-Int’l Health = The University of Tokyo, School of International Health; UOT-Urban = The University of Tokyo, Department of Urban Engineering. Source: Asian Development Bank. APPENDIX E

Independent Auditors’ Report and Financial Statements for the Years Ended 31 December 2015 and 31 December 2014

3737 38 Appendix E Independent Auditors’ Report and Financial Statements for the Years Ended 31 December 2015 and 31 December 2014 39 40 Appendix E Independent Auditors’ Report and Financial Statements for the Years Ended 31 December 2015 and 31 December 2014 41 42 Appendix E Independent Auditors’ Report and Financial Statements for the Years Ended 31 December 2015 and 31 December 2014 43 44 Appendix E Independent Auditors’ Report and Financial Statements for the Years Ended 31 December 2015 and 31 December 2014 45 46 Appendix E Independent Auditors’ Report and Financial Statements for the Years Ended 31 December 2015 and 31 December 2014 47 48 Appendix E Independent Auditors’ Report and Financial Statements for the Years Ended 31 December 2015 and 31 December 2014 49 50 Appendix E APPENDIX F Profile of Scholars and Graduates for Academic Year 2015

Table F.1: Number of Scholars, by Gender, Degree Program, and Field of Study

By Degree By Gender Program By Field of Study Business and Science and Institution Female Male Total Masters Total Management Economics Law Technology Total AIM 3 10 13 13 13 3 10 0 0 13 AIT 3 1 4 4 4 0 0 0 4 4 ANU-CSEG 4 1 5 5 5 0 4 0 1 5 APU 1 2 3 3 3 0 3 0 0 3 EWC 5 1 6 6 6 3 0 1 2 6 GRIPS 5 7 12 12 12 0 12 0 0 12 HKU 4 1 5 5 5 0 0 0 5 5 IITD 0 2 2 2 2 0 0 0 2 2 IRRI 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 IUJ 7 3 10 10 10 3 7 0 0 10 KOBE 4 0 4 4 4 0 4 0 0 4 KYOTO 2 1 3 3 3 2 0 0 1 3 KYUSHU 2 1 3 3 3 0 0 1 2 3 NTU-NBS 0 2 2 2 2 2 0 0 0 2 NU-GSID 5 2 7 7 7 0 7 0 0 7 NUS 5 2 7 7 7 3 3 0 1 7 RU 1 1 2 2 2 0 2 0 0 2 continued on next page

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Table F.1 continued

By Degree By Gender Program By Field of Study Business and Science and Institution Female Male Total Masters Total Management Economics Law Technology Total SU 2 7 9 9 9 0 0 0 9 9 TOKYO- 0 3 3 3 3 0 0 0 3 3 TECH TSUKUBA 1 1 2 2 2 0 2 0 0 2 TU 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 UNU-IAS 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 UOA 1 2 3 3 3 0 1 0 2 3 UOM 2 1 3 3 3 2 0 0 1 3 UOT-Civ 0 7 7 7 7 0 0 0 7 7 Eng UOT-Env 1 1 2 2 2 0 0 0 2 2 UOT- 1 1 2 2 2 0 2 0 0 2 GraSPP UOT-Int’l 3 2 5 5 5 0 0 0 5 5 Health UOT-Urban 1 1 2 2 2 0 0 0 2 2 Total 66 63 129 129 129 18 58 2 51 129

AIM = Asian Institute of Management; AIT = Asian Institute of Technology; ANU-CSEG = Australian National University, Crawford School of Economics and Government; APU = Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University; EWC = East–West Center; GRIPS = National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies; HKU = The University of Hong Kong; IITD = Indian Institute of Technology Delhi; IRRI = International Rice Research Institute; IUJ = International University of Japan; KOBE = Kobe University; KYOTO = Kyoto University; KYUSHU = Kyushu University; NTU-NBS = Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Business School; NU-GSID = Nagoya University, Graduate School of International Development; NUS = National University of Singapore; RU = Ritsumeikan University; SU = Saitama University, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering; TOKYO-TECH = Tokyo Institute of Technology; TSUKUBA = University of Tsukuba; TU = Thammasat University; UNU-IAS = United Nations University, Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability; UOA = The University of Auckland; UOM = The University of Melbourne; UOT-Civ Eng = The University of Tokyo, Department of Civil Engineering; UOT-Env = The University of Tokyo, Division of Environmental Studies; UOT-GraSPP = University of Tokyo, Graduate School of Public Policy; UOT-Int’l Health = The University of Tokyo, School of International Health; UOT-Urban = The University of Tokyo, Department of Urban Engineering. Source: Asian Development Bank. Profile of Scholars and Graduates for Academic Year 2015 53

Table F.2: Number of Graduates, by Gender, Degree Program, and Field of Study By Gender By Degree Program By Field of Study Business and Science and Institution Female Male Total Masters Total Management Economics Law Technology Total AIM 3 9 12 12 12 4 8 0 0 12 AIT 4 1 5 5 5 1 0 0 4 5 ANU-CSEG 5 2 7 7 7 0 5 0 2 7 APU 1 2 3 3 3 0 3 0 0 3 EWC 4 3 7 7 7 2 1 1 3 7 GRIPS 10 1 11 11 11 0 11 0 0 11 HIT 1 2 3 3 3 0 3 0 0 3 HKU 2 1 3 3 3 0 0 0 3 3 IITD 0 2 2 2 2 0 0 0 2 2 IRRI 0 2 2 2 2 0 0 0 2 2 IUJ 7 4 11 11 11 3 8 0 0 11 KEIO 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 KOBE 2 2 4 4 4 0 4 0 0 4 KYUSHU 1 2 3 3 3 0 0 1 2 3 LUMS 0 3 3 3 3 3 0 0 0 3 NTU-NBS 1 1 2 2 2 2 0 0 0 2 NU-GSID 2 6 8 8 8 0 8 0 0 8 NUS 3 1 4 4 4 0 2 0 2 4 RU 0 3 3 3 3 0 3 0 0 3 SU 0 9 9 9 9 0 0 0 9 9 TOKYO-TECH 1 1 2 2 2 0 0 0 2 2 TSUKUBA 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 UOA 2 1 3 3 3 0 2 0 1 3 UOM 1 3 4 4 4 0 0 0 4 4 UOT-Civ Eng 2 5 7 7 7 0 0 0 7 7 UOT-Env 0 2 2 2 2 0 1 0 1 2 UOT-GraSPP 2 0 2 2 2 0 2 0 0 2 UOT-Int'l Health 3 2 5 5 5 0 0 0 5 5 UOT-Urban 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 Total 58 72 130 130 130 15 62 2 51 130

AIM = Asian Institute of Management; AIT = Asian Institute of Technology; ANU-CSEG = The Australian National University, Crawford School of Economics and Government; APU = Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University; EWC = East–West Center; GRIPS = National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies; HIT = Hitotsubashi University; HKU = The University of Hong Kong; IITD = Indian Institute of Technology Delhi; IRRI = International Rice Research Institute; IUJ = International University of Japan; KEIO = Keio University; KOBE = Kobe University; KYUSHU = Kyushu University; LUMS = Lahore University of Management Sciences; NTU-NBS = Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Business School; NU-GSID = Nagoya University, Graduate School of International Development; NUS = National University of Singapore; RU = Ritsumeikan University; SU = Saitama University, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering; TOKYO-TECH = Tokyo Institute of Technology; TSUKUBA = University of Tsukuba; UOA = The University of Auckland; UOM = The University of Melbourne; UOT-Civ Eng = The University of Tokyo, Department of Civil Engineering; UOT-Env = The University of Tokyo, Division of Environmental Studies; UOT- GraSPP = University of Tokyo, Graduate School of Public Policy; UOT-Int’l Health = The University of Tokyo, School of International Health; UOT-Urban = The University of Tokyo, Department of Urban Engineering. Source: Asian Development Bank. APPENDIX G

Theses and Research Papers Completed in 2015

Name Nationality Field of Study Period Covered Topic or Title of Research Asian Institute of Management Mr. Thinley Dorji Bhutan MDM Development Jan15-Dec15 A Study on School Performance Management Management System – Bhutan Mr. Sonam Gyeltshen Bhutan MDM Development Jan15-Dec15 Strategy for Bridging the Teacher Gap in Management Rural School of Samitse District, Bhutan Mr. Wahidullah Afghanistan MDM Development Jan15-Dec15 Strategic Investment Promotion and Management Facilitation in Afghanistan Ms. Kimsear Hong Cambodia MDM Development Jan15-Dec15 Neang Phalla and Krousar Thmey Management Foundation: Mother of Disabilities in Cambodia Ms. Jinita Nepal MDM Development Jan15-Dec15 Becoming the Voice of the Voiceless Bishwakarma Management Mr. Thinley Dorji Bhutan MDM Development Jan15-Dec15 A Management Strategy to Address Management Dysfunctionality Among Students in Sarpang, Bhutan Mr. Ramesh Pokharel Nepal MDM Development Jan15-Dec15 Strategy Formulation to Establish Management Microfinance Institution for Action Works Nepal Mr. Idrees Haider Pakistan MDM Development Jan15-Dec15 Sustainable Livelihoods and Disaster Risk Management Reduction: A Strategy to Mitigate the Adverse Impacts of Natural Calamities on Native Livelihoods in Layyah District, Punjab, Pakistan Ms. Arlene Gutierrez Philippines MBA Business Sep14-Dec15 AIM Indonesia Equity Investment Fund Administration Mr. Veda Kumar Neti India MBA Business Sep14-Dec15 Yellow Pages Administration

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Name Nationality Field of Study Period Covered Topic or Title of Research Mr. Nitesh Harsh India MBA Business Sep14-Dec15 Scrubb: Worry-Free Housekeeping for Administration Busy Professionals Ms. Aditi Poddar India MBA Business Sep14-Dec15 Growth Strategy for a Designer Diamond Administration Jewelry Retailer in Kolkata, India Asian Institute of Technology Ms. Sheila Carillo Philippines ME Industrial and Aug13-May15 Mathematical Models for Integrated Salde Manufacturing Planning of Harvesting and Processing of Engineering Agricultural Produce Ms. Umama Zobayer Bangladesh ME Energy Aug13-May15 Experimental Study on Drying Characteristics and Solar Drying of Anchovy Fish Ms. Roshani Bharati Nepal MBA Business Aug13-May15 Second Trip during the Shelf Administration Replenishment Process and Impact of Pack Size in Retail Stores Ms. Amrita Das Bangladesh ME Structural Aug13-Jul15 Cylindrical Wedge-Type Compression Engineering Free Bracing System for Moment Resisting Frame Structures Mr. Matiullah Bahier Afghanistan M Urban Aug13-May15 Strategic Assessment of Urbanization in Environmental Post Conflict Kabul City, Afghanistan Management East-West Center Ms. Timila Nepal MURP Urban & Aug13-Aug15 Accessing the National Shelter Plan for Bajracharya Regional Planning Housing the Urban Squatters in Nepal Mr. Mahmud Uz Bangladesh MURP Urban & Aug13-Aug15 Best Planning Practices to Adapt with Zaman Regional Planning Sea Level Rise (SLR) and Ground Water Inundation in Honolulu, Hawaii Mr. Sophal Leoung Cambodia MPA Public Aug13-May15 The Perceived Progress of the Quality Administration of Commune Civil Registration Service: Cambodia. Ms. Imelda Wang Indonesia MA Economics Aug13-May15 Mineral Export Ban in Indonesia: How Did Markets React? Ms. Babina Pradhan Nepal MURP Urban & Aug13-Aug15 The Use of Natural Processes in Urban Regional Planning Planning for Creating a Sense of Place: A Case Study of Canberra, Australia Hitotsubashi University Mr. Aibek Kyrgyz Republic MPP Public Policy Sep13-Aug15 A Fiscal Sustainability Analysis of the Askarbekovich (Public Economics) Kyrgyz Republic since Independence Kadyrov Mr. Ugyen Tenzin Bhutan MPP Public Policy Sep13-Aug15 Micro-Characteristics of Youth (Public Economics) Unemployment in Bhutan: A Cross- Sectional Study Ms. Myint Zu Soe Myanmar MPP Public Policy Sep13-Aug15 Dynamic Interaction between Deficit, (Public Economics) Money Supply, Exchange Rate and Inflation in Myanmar

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Table continued

Name Nationality Field of Study Period Covered Topic or Title of Research Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Mr. Siyam Quddus Bangladesh MTech Textile Jul13-Jun15 Tensile Characteristics of Hybrid Graded Khan Engineering Structures Mr. Prabhat Raj Nepal MTech Jul13-Jun15 Harmonic Plus Noise Mode-Based Gautam Communication Wideband Speech Synthesis Engineering International Rice Research Institute Mr. Md. Tanvir Bangladesh MSc Agricultural May13-Jul15 Factors Affecting Rural Livelihood Ahmed Economics Diversification in Rice-Based Areas in Bangladesh Mr. Bui Phuoc Tam Viet Nam MSc Plant Breeding Nov13-Dec15 Responses to Salinity Stress in a Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Diversity Panel at Reproductive Stage International University of Japan Ms. Yin Yin Mon Myanmar MA International Sep13-Jun15 How Do Financial Crises Affect Financial Development Reform Policy? Some International Evidence Mr. Buddhi Raj Nepal MA International Sep13-Jun15 A Counterfactual Experiment on the Ghimire Development Effectiveness of Plastic Ponds for Smallholder Farmers: A Case of Nepalese Vegetable Farming Ms. Htet Phyu Thi Myanmar MA International Sep13-Jun15 The Effects of Religion on Educational Development Attainment in Indonesia Ms. Nu Nu Wai Myanmar MA International Sep13-Jun15 The Analysis of Myanmar Political Relations Reform from the Perspective of Political Leadership and International Norm(s) Ms. Danh Thi My Le Viet Nam MA International Sep13-Jun15 A research paper on the role of media Relations diplomacy in addressing territorial dispute over a group of uninhabited islands Ms. Makhbuba Tajikistan MA International Sep13-Jun15 The Role of Emperor Meiji in Yormirzaeva Relations Modernization of Japan Ms. Kiki Purbosari Indonesia MA Public Sep13-Jun15 Exploring the Roles of Social Network Management and Centrality in Indonesian Public Employees: Policy Analysis Degree, Betweenness and Closeness Mr. Ulan Kyrgyz Republic MA Public Sep13-Jun15 Can International Migration and Koshumbaev Management and Remittance Promote Economic Growth? Policy Analysis A Case Study of Post-Soviet Countries Ms. Katesuda Thailand MBA Business Sep13-Jun15 The Study of Greening Up Coal Hub Vittayapiyanon Administration Operations in Thailand Mr. Ishan Dev India MBA Business Sep13-Jun15 Impact of Some Government and Private Srivastava Administration Initiatives on Improving the Education Scenario for Underprivileged Children in India Mr. Anton Navarro Philippines M E-Business Sep14-Aug15 Determining the Impact of Post-Sale Management Services on Customer Preference Using Conjoint Analysis

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Table continued Name Nationality Field of Study Period Covered Topic or Title of Research Keio University Mr. Khanal Prem Nepal M System Design Oct13-Sep15 Augmented Reality Using Visible Light Bhushan and Management Communication Kobe University Ms. Pham Thi Viet Nam M Economics Oct13-Sep15 The Impact of External Debt on Economic Phuong Thao Growth of Thailand Mr. Mondal Ripon Bangladesh M Economics Oct13-Sep15 The Impacts of International Migrants’ Kumar Remittances on Household Consumption in Developing Countries Ms. Le Thi Hue Viet Nam M Economics Oct13-Sep15 Factors Determining the Registration of Household Business in Hanoi and Hochiminh City (Vietnam) Mr. Rachmad Indonesia M International Oct13-Sep15 Development of Pedestrian Navigation Setiawan Mukti Studies with Rainfall Prediction on Smartphone for Disaster Preparedness Mr. Dipok Bangladesh M Agricultural and Oct13-Sep15 Consumer Willingness to Pay for Q-Vegie Choudhury Resource Economics in Dhaka, Bangladesh: A Case Study of Q-Vegie Project of JICA and Kyushu University Ms. Thi Mar Win Myanmar M Agricultural and Oct13-Sep15 Resource Use and Technical Efficiency Resource Economics Analysis of Hybrid Maize Farmers in Myanmar Mr. Hersapta Indonesia LLM International Oct14-Sep15 Tread Lightly: The Careful Balancing Mulyono Economic and Between the Benefits and Costs of Credit Business Law Default Swaps Lahore University of Management Sciences Mr. Muhammad Pakistan MBA Business Aug13-June15 Marketing Strategy for Pak Polytechnic Shoaib Khan Administration Institute Mr. Salman Qaiser Pakistan MBA Business Aug13-June15 TetraPak Juices and Still Drinks: Administration Understanding the DIP (Deeper in the Pyramid) Consumer Nagoya University, Graduate School of International Development Mr. Ravindra Sri Lanka MA International Apr13-Mar15 Stock Market – Growth Nexuses: An Deyshappriya Development Application of Dynamic Panel Data and Naotunna Palliyage Co-integration Analyses for Developed and Emerging Markets Mr. Tanveer Iqbal Pakistan MA International Apr13-Mar15 The Peace Agreements of 2004 and 2005 Development between Government and Taliban in Pakistan. Mr. Md. Salah Uddin Bangladesh MA International Apr13-Mar15 Education as the First Step to Development Development in Bangladesh Mr. Thanh Tuan Tran Viet Nam MA International Apr13-Mar15 Developing Countries and the World Trade Cooperation Studies Organization Implications for Vietnam’s Accession at the WTO

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Table continued

Name Nationality Field of Study Period Covered Topic or Title of Research Mr. Mohammed Bangladesh MA International Apr13-Mar15 Changing Trends of Socioeconomic and Rokonuzzaman Cooperation Studies Psychological Characteristics of Peasants: Understanding Rural Poverty in Some Selected Cases in Bangladesh Mr. Phornmanee Lao People’s MA International Apr13-Mar15 Determinants of Manufacturing SMEs Xayasouk Democratic Republic Cooperation Studies Competitiveness in Laos: A Perspective from SMEs Promotion and Development Policies Ms. Cho Mar Naing Myanmar MA International Apr13-Mar15 Bilateral Relations between Japan Cooperation Studies and Myanmar since 1988: A Liberalist Approach Ms. Thi Huyen Le Viet Nam MA International Apr13-Mar15 Sustainable Development of Industrial Development Parks in Viet Nam—Case Study in Thanh Hoa Nanyang Technological University - Nanyang Business School Ms. Karabaeva Uzbekistan D-MBA Business Jul14-Jul15 Power Generation Sector of Uzbekistan: Diyora Administration Opportunities for Mitsubishi Corporation Mr. Sharan Grover India D-MBA Business Jul14-Jul15 India Infrastructure Sector: Opportunities Administration for Kawasaki Heavy Industries National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies Ms. Handara Sri Lanka MPP Public Policy Oct13-Sep15 Significance of Tourism Development on Gamage Thushari (2-years) Economic Development of Sri Lanka Prasangika Ms. May Thu Phyu Myanmar MPP Public Policy Oct13-Sep15 The Challenge for Myanmar at Early Stage (2-years) of Development Cooperation Ms. Tashi Lhamo Bhutan MPP Public Policy Oct13-Sep15 Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Media (2-years) Policy in Bhutan Ms. Rosalia Philippines MPP Public Policy Oct14-Sep15 Effects of Monetary Policies to Philippine Crisostomo Astorga Economy Through Transmission Channels Ms. Nguyen Thi Binh Viet Nam MPP Public Policy Oct14-Sep15 The Abe’s Economic Diplomacy and Opportunity for Vietnam Ms. Sagyndykova Kazakhstan MPP Public Policy Oct14-Sep15 New Silk Road Strategies for Central Asia: Laura Potential and Challenges for Kazakhstan. Ms. Kristel Mariano Philippines MPP Public Policy Oct14-Sep15 Impact of Liberalization of Foreign Cabuling Ownership of Banks on the Philippine Banking System Mr. Thoeung Cambodia MPP Public Policy Oct14-Sep15 Monetary Policy Tools and Inflation. Putheara Case Study in Cambodia by Using VECM Approach Ms. Namkha Bhutan MPP Public Policy Oct14-Sep15 Bhutan’s Right to Information Bill: Wangmo Exploring the Opportunities and Challenges continued on next page Theses and Research Papers Completed in 2015 59

Table continued Name Nationality Field of Study Period Covered Topic or Title of Research Ms. Nikki Ann Philippines MPP Public Policy Oct14-Sep15 Determinants of Health-Seeking Behavior Consigna Bermudez of Pregnant Women in the Philippines, 2013 Ms. Asmawati Binti Malaysia MPP Public Policy Oct14-Sep15 Tax Buoyancy in Malaysia Ali National University of Singapore Ms. Enkhzul Orgodol Mongolia MPP Public Policy Jul13-May15 Strengthening the Presence of Australian Small and Medium-Sized Businesses in the Southeast Asian Region Ms. Sumaiya Rahman Bangladesh MPP Public Policy Jul13-May15 Finding Opportunities in Silver Tourism Mr. Mutu Tantrige Sri Lanka MSc Environmental Aug14-Jul15 Climate Change Policy Failure and Its Osada Vishvajith Management Impact on Island States: Case of Singapore Peiris and Sri Lanka Ms. Nazifa Zabeen Bangladesh MSc Environmental Aug14-Jul15 Sustainable Urbanism at Neighborhood Siddiqua Management Level: Possibilities and Practice in the Planned Residential Areas of Dhaka Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University Mr. Rakhmat Syarip Indonesia MSc Asia Pacific Sep13-Sep15 Responding to the Trans-Pacific Studies Partnership (TPP): Comparative Study on International Trade Policy of Malaysia, Viet Nam, and Indonesia Mr. Naing Tun Aung Myanmar MSc Asia Pacific Sep13-Sep15 Value Chain of Horticulture Exports for Studies Rural Development in Myanmar Case: Analyzing Mango and Pomelo Value Chain in Yangon Region Ms. Sarah Arshad Pakistan MSc Asia Pacific Sep13-Sep15 A Comparative Analysis of HIV/AIDS Studies Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Healthcare Practitioners With and Without Formal Training in Lahore, Pakistan Ritsumeikan University Mr. Ilkhomjon Uzbekistan M Economics Sep13-Sep15 When Is a Country Ready to Export Ergashev Manufactured Goods? Mr. Khurshed Tajikistan M Economics Sep13-Sep15 Estimating the Effects of Migration on Khursanov Education Using Tajikistan’s Household Survey Mr. Faisal Ahmed Bangladesh M Economics Sep13-Sep15 Empirical Study on the Relationship Between Human Development and Carbonization of Economies continued on next page 60 Appendix 1G

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Name Nationality Field of Study Period Covered Topic or Title of Research Saitama University, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Mr. Narendra Dongol Nepal ME Geosphere Apr13-Mar15 Effect of Water Content on Mechanical Research Institute Behavior of Unsaturated Soil Under Cyclic and Monotonic Stress States Mr. Muhammad Pakistan ME Soil Mechanics Apr13-Mar15 Consolidation Characteristic of Land Rashid Iqbal Filling and Buried Waste Samples in Japan: Effects of Waste Compositions and Various Mixing Proportions Mr. Binh Van Doan Viet Nam ME Environmental Apr13-Mar15 Experimental Study on Geometric and Hydraulic Characteristics of Scour Hole Caused by Engineering Overtopping Flow from Embankment Mr. Nirmal Raj Joshi Nepal ME Structural Apr13-Mar15 Study on Mechanism of Cementitious Material Engineering Materials Based on Liquid Characteristics Mr. Sheharyar Pakistan ME Structural Apr13-Mar15 Vibration Based Monitoring for Reliable Rehmat Engineering Modal Damping Identification of Single Span PC Bridges Mr. Hein Zaw Htet Myanmar ME Structural Apr13-Mar15 Application of Fiber Model for Analysis of Material Engineering Flexural Behavior of Reinforced Concrete Beam Using Mechanical Splice Mr. Gonaduwage Sri Lanka ME Environmental Apr13-Mar15 Mixing Characteristics of Two Choked Lasitha Perera and Hydraulic Coastal Lagoons in Sri Lanka With Engineering Different Lagoon Mouth Properties and Development of a New Bulk Model for Estimating Salinity Stratification Mr. Arjun Baniya Nepal ME Soil Mechanics Apr13-Mar15 Gas Transport Parameters and Pore Structures for Variably Compacted Landfill Final Cover Soils Mr. Umair Ali Naqvi Pakistan ME Soil Mechanics Apr13-Mar15 Simple Shear Test Simulations for Improved Accuracy of Discrete Element Method Ms. Anjali Rajith India M Computer Science Oct13-Sep15 Research on Join-Aware Distributed Storage for RDF Data Mr. Fernando Indonesia M International Oct13-Sep15 Treatment of Acid Mine Drainage Using Development Indonesian Natural Zeolite Engineering The University of Auckland Ms. Giulia Erika Soria Philippines MA Development Feb13-Feb15 Right to Health. Assessment of the Studies National Tuberculosis Control Program of the Philippines Ms. Lara Faye Mula Philippines MA Development Feb13-Feb15 Impact of the Public Distribution Studies System on Poverty. A Study Using Panel Household Data in Two States of India continued on next page Theses and Research Papers Completed in 2015 61

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Name Nationality Field of Study Period Covered Topic or Title of Research The University of Hong Kong Ms. Charu Ahluwalia India MSc Urban Planning Sep13-Jun15 Making Public Transport Safer for Women: Gender Based Planning and Transport Policy of India. Mr. Prakash Nepal MSc Urban Planning Sep13-Aug15 A Study on Vertical Expansion of Buildings Maharjan in Te Bahal, Kathmandu Ms. Farzana Siddiqua Bangladesh M Urban Design Sep14-Aug15 Measuring Impacts of “Outdoor Comfort” on “Walkability” in Warm Humid City: A Perspective from New and Historical Streetscape in the Residential Area of Dhaka, Bangladesh The University of Tokyo, Department of Civil Engineering Mr. Md.Nur -Us- Bangladesh ME Spatial Apr13-Mar15 Optimization of Emergency Cyclone Shams Information Shelters Locations at Coastal Areas in Bangladesh Ms. Manita Nakarmi Nepal ME Geotechnical Oct13-Sep15 Laboratory Tests on Soft Rock Slope Engineering Weathering due to Rainwater Mr. Asif Nasser Pakistan ME River and Oct13-Sep15 A Sensitivity Study on Distributed Environmental Hydrogical Model for Different Climate Engineering Regions in Pakistan Ms. Mai Thuy Linh Viet Nam ME Construction Oct13-Sep15 Challenges of the Income Restoration Management and Program in Infrastructure Projects Infrastructure Requiring Land Acquisition in Vietnam: A Systems Case Study of a Highway Project Mr. Kamlesh Kumar India ME Transportation Oct13-Sep15 Strategic Framing of High Speed Rail Varma Engineering and Project in India: Learnings from Historical Infrastructure and Global Development of HSR Planning Mr. Arun Kumar Nepal ME Coastal Oct13-Sep15 Laboratory Study on the Instability of Sharma Engineering Pavement Plate due to Tsunami Flooding Mr. Thaneshwor Nepal ME Bridge and Oct13-Sep15 Load Carrying Capacity Evaluation of Steel Khatri Structure Girder-End Using Local Vibration Modes The University of Tokyo, Department of Urban Engineering Mr. Md. Bangladesh ME Urban Planning Oct13-Sep15 Landslide Vulnerability Assessment: Ashikuzzaman A Study on Marginalized Population of Chittagong City, Bangladesh The University of Tokyo, Graduate School of Public Policy Ms. Gemma Bala Philippines MPP Public Policy Oct13-Sep15 Role of National Evaluation Systems in Developing National Evaluation Policies Case of the Philippine Evaluation System for Official Development Assistance Ms. Aswathi John India MPP Public Policy Oct13-Sep15 Consumption Risk Sharing among States Kaithakkel of India

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Name Nationality Field of Study Period Covered Topic or Title of Research The University of Tokyo, Division of Environmental Studies Mr. Md. Rashedul Bangladesh M Environmental Oct13-Sep15 Impacts of Shrimp and Prawn Farming on Islam Studies Local Environments and Livelihoods in South West Coastal Part of Bangladesh Mr. Md. Boduru Bangladesh M International Oct13-Sep15 Status of Antibiotic Residues in Shrimp Zaman Studies and Prawn Muscle in Bangladesh and Associated Health Risk Assessment The University of Tokyo, School of International Health Mr. Chen Shaoming People’s Republic M Human Ecology Apr13-Mar15 Risk Factors of Severe Hand, Foot, and of China Mouth Disease in Hainan Island, China Ms. Angela Kalesaran Indonesia M Developmental Apr13-Mar15 Molecular Epidemiology of Medical Science Gastrointestinal Viruses in Hospitalized Pediatric Patients in Manado, Indonesia Ms. Nguyen Tran Viet Nam M Developmental Apr13-Mar15 Genetic Analysis of Congenital Disorders Quynh Nhu Medical Science Affecting the Heart” (Medicine). Ms. Kyi Mar Wai Myanmar M Community and Apr13-Mar15 Husbands’ Involvement in Their Spouses’ Global Health Utilization of Maternal Care Services in Yangon, Myanmar Mr. Do Dang An Viet Nam M Community and Apr13-Mar15 More Drinking or Less Drinking for Health- Global Health Related Quality of Life in Viet Nam University of Tsukuba Ms. Reshmi Kumari Fiji MA Economics Apr13-Mar15 Did Land Tenure Insecurity Cause Decline in Productivity and Investment in Sugar Industry? Evidence from Fiji APPENDIX H

Map Showing the 29 Designated Institutions

PHILIPPINES • Asian Institute of Management JAPAN • International Rice Research Institute • Hitotsubashi University • International University of Japan HONG KONG, CHINA • Keio University • The University of Hong Kong* • Kobe University • Kyoto University • Kyushu University SINGAPORE • Nagoya University • Nanyang Technological University • National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies • National University of Singapore • Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University • Ritsumeikan University • Saitama University • The University of Tokyo THAILAND • Tokyo Institute of Technology • Asian Institute of Technology • United Nations University • Thammasat University • University of Tsukuba INDIA • Indian Institute of Technology Delhi AUSTRALIA • The Australian National University PAKISTAN • The University of Melbourne • Lahore University of Management Sciences • The University of Sydney

NEW ZEALAND • The University of Auckland

HAWAII, UNITED STATES • East-West Center

*ADB recognizes "Hong Kong" as Hong Kong, China.

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