The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Strategy 2020 emphasizes gender equity as a key driver of change, recognizing its critical role in economic growth, poverty reduction, and inclusive development. ADB promotes gender equity through gender-inclusive projects and policies, aiming for 40% of sovereign investment projects to have notable gender mainstreaming elements by 2012. Key strategies include removing cultural and institutional obstacles, promoting economic development, and improving women’s access to opportunities. The Cambodia Country Partnership Strategy (2011–2013) outlines how these principles are applied to drive gender equity in Cambodia.
