What does ADB’s “Operational Plan” specifically outline?

The Operational Plan of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is a crucial document that details the organization’s strategic direction for specific sectors or themes over a defined period. It provides a framework for the bank's priorities and approaches, aligning with its overall development goals and objectives. This plan helps ensure that ADB's initiatives are coherent and effective in addressing the unique challenges and opportunities present in various sectors, such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and sustainable development.

By outlining a strategic direction, the Operational Plan guides resource allocation, project design, and implementation strategies. It serves as a blueprint for ADB’s actions and reflects the bank’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of its member countries while responding to global development trends.

The focus on strategic direction differentiates the Operational Plan from other aspects of ADB's operations, like budget allocations, project timelines, or specific evaluation metrics, which serve different purposes in the overall project management and evaluation processes.