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The story of a science professor turned entrepreneur shows skills and education were critical in growing from a micro to a medium-sized business.
The Almaty-Bishkek Regional Road Rehabilitation Project enhanced cross-country connections between Almaty and Bishkek to support regional connectivity and trade in Central Asia.
Adjust the tax rate in response to inflation and income growth to sustain its potency in discouraging sugar-sweetened beverages consumption.
FDI-recipient countries show positive growth in productivity but their technology gains depend on absorption capacity.
Less developed countries can take advantage of increased talent flows in the region in expanding their “brain network.”
The bilateral agreement offers deeper tariff liberalization than the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, yet both need better rules of origin.
In Afghanistan, river basin managers work with farmers in ensuring equitable and sustainable irrigation practices to improve yields and livelihoods.
In Indonesia, the rural poor gave cash and in-kind contributions to improve and maintain water supply and services.
Disbursing against results, rather than upfront expenditures, helps improve the effectiveness and efficiency of government-owned sector programs and promote good practices.
E-commerce can enhance rural livelihoods with public investments in facilities and training, access to funding, and favorable market conditions.