Indonesia’s finance minister Agus Martowardojo was The Banker’s Finance Minister of the Year 2012, global and Asia-Pacific. He explains the economic polices behind the country's impressive growth.
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Date: 2-5 May 2012
Location: Manila, Philippines
The 45th Asian Development Bank (ADB) annual meeting is a statutory occasion for governors of ADB members to provide guidance on ADB administrative, financial and operational directions. The meeting provides opportunities for member governments to interact with ADB staff, non-government organisations, media, and representatives of observer countries, international organisations, academe and the private sector.
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