MANILA: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed Seong-Wook Kim as its new Chief Partnership Officer, tasked with leading resource mobilisation and strategic engagement through the Office of the President.
In this role, Kim will spearhead ADB’s partnerships with the global development community, including engagement at key international forums and outreach to potential new member countries. His leadership will be central to deepening collaboration with development partners and enhancing the bank’s development impact across Asia and the Pacific.
“As ADB expands its role in an evolving development landscape, effective partnerships are more critical than ever,” said ADB President Masato Kanda. “Mr. Kim’s extensive diplomatic and multilateral experience positions him well to drive our strategic collaborations.”
Commenting on his appointment, Kim said, “I am honoured to join ADB and contribute to its mission by strengthening partnerships that accelerate sustainable development across the region.”
A national of the Republic of Korea, Kim brings over three decades of experience at the Ministry of Economy and Finance, having served as Deputy Minister for International Affairs and in various key roles involving the G20 and ASEAN+3 Finance processes. He has also represented the region as Executive Director at both the World Bank and International Monetary Fund.
Kim holds a Master’s in Public Administration from Harvard Kennedy School and a Bachelor’s in Economics from Seoul National University.
Founded in 1966, ADB is a multilateral development bank owned by 69 members, including 50 from the Asia-Pacific region. It supports inclusive and sustainable development through financing, knowledge-sharing, and strategic partnerships.
