Launch of Key Indicators 2008
Introducing the Asian Poverty Line 27 August 2008, Hong Kong, China
Chief Economist Ifzal Ali unveils the $1.35-a-day poverty threshold for Asia and Pacific, called the Asian Poverty Line, in his interview with ADB's Andrew Perrin. The threshold assesses comparable rates of poverty using price data specific to the region. The study is the theme chapter of Key Indicators 2008 which was launched today.