BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 29. The Asian
Development Bank (ADB) has appointed F. Cleo Kawawaki as Director
General of Strategic Fundraising, strengthening its efforts to
mobilize resources and deepen partnerships to support development
across Asia and the Pacific, Trend reports via the ADB.
In her new role, Kawawaki will lead ADB’s strategic fundraising
and resource mobilization, including the creation of new trust
funds, engagement with potential new members aligned with the
bank’s strategic priorities, and the development of long-term
partnerships with existing and emerging donors, foundations and the
private sector.
A Japanese national, Kawawaki brings more than 36 years of
professional experience, including over 25 years at ADB and 11
years in investment banking. She has held several senior leadership
positions at the bank, most recently serving as Director General
for Sectors Department 2, overseeing operations in agriculture,
food, nature, rural development, water, urban development and
digital sectors.
Her previous roles also include Head of ADB’s Office of Markets
Development and Public–Private Partnership, Deputy Director General
of the Southeast Asia Department, and Energy Sector Director in
ADB’s Central and West Asia Department.
ADB is a leading multilateral development bank focused on
promoting inclusive, resilient and sustainable growth in Asia and
the Pacific. Established in 1966, the bank is owned by 69 members,
including 50 from the region, and works with governments and
partners to deliver innovative financing, build quality
infrastructure and address complex development challenges.
