This handbook is a compilation of the disbursement policies, guidelines, procedures, and practices of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

The Technical Assistance Disbursement Handbook contains important information and instructions for the efficient withdrawal of technical assistance funds by claimants, namely, consultants, executing agencies, cooperating institutions, and Asian Development Bank staff.

These updated French and Portuguese editions of the Disbursement Handbook provide detailed explanations of the World Bank's procedures for disbursing funds to agencies and contractors during the implementation of development projects and programs. Chapters treat loan documents, withdrawal procedures (including step-by-step instructions for completing various forms), and special features of disbursement operations. The manual covers World Bank guidelines for procurement of goods and services as well as accounting and auditing requirements. This manual will be useful to commercial banks and to present and prospective suppliers of goods and services for projects and programs. It can help make for more efficient disbursement of loans and credits.

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Rates, terms, amounts: specially computed for maximum accuracy, completeness, legibility, and long-time use. The only interest rate book anyone concerned with amortizing loans, such as FHA, VA, and most conventional long-term loans, will ever need.