Surbana Jurong Says Infrastructure Key to Asia's Growth

The video discusses the challenges and opportunities in infrastructure investment, focusing on the risks involved and how they can be mitigated through local currency financing. It highlights the role of multilateral banks like ADB and the potential of the Belt and Road Initiative to create global opportunities. The video emphasizes the economic benefits of infrastructure projects, including improved connectivity and upliftment of local communities.

What is one of the main reasons investors are hesitant to invest in infrastructure projects?

• High returns

• Lack of interest

• Short project duration

• Significant risks involved

How can investors mitigate the risks associated with infrastructure projects?

• By signing agreements for local currency financing

• By focusing on developed countries only

• By avoiding local currency financing

• By investing in short-term projects

What is the role of ADB in infrastructure financing?

• To avoid involvement in Greenfield projects

• To invest directly in all projects

• To offer guarantees for local currency financing

• To provide loans in foreign currency

Which countries benefited from the Belt and Road Initiative with significant deals?

• Brazil and Argentina

• India and Japan

• Malaysia and Indonesia

• USA and UK

What is a common concern about the Belt and Road Initiative?

• It only benefits European countries

• It focuses solely on technology projects

• It excludes developing nations

• It aims to secure Chinese supply chains