Despite widespread criticism of Israel's military actions in Gaza, the Asian Development Bank is poised to confirm Israel's membership, raising concerns among staff about the implications.
Israel has completed the necessary requirements for ADB membership, having received multiple extensions to meet its obligations even amidst escalating international scrutiny of its actions in Gaza.
Four employees from the ADB expressed concerns regarding Israel's upcoming membership, highlighting that this situation could pose challenges for an institution that finances development projects across member states.
Israel's membership process has been ongoing since its approval in 2022, navigating through international tensions, which have complicated its acceptance into a multilateral development organization.
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