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In the People’s Republic of China, a study shows pension income in rural areas improves economic independence and health of older people.
Enhancing long-term care systems entails engaging stakeholders, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and establishing legal and regulatory frameworks.
Using a landlord port model is one of the effective ways to promote private sector participation in port development and operations.
The Asian Development Bank has revised its guidelines for project economic analysis, which help ensure investment decisions are based on economic and efficiency considerations.
A conducive, supportive, and culturally appropriate environment can encourage Indigenous Peoples to engage with project teams.
Youth can help address noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) by supporting behavior change efforts and initiatives targeted toward encouraging other youth to make healthier choices.
Despite extensive aid, countries with fragile and conflict-affected situations are generally failing to significantly improve the lives of their people. New thinking is needed.
Brazil’s Bolsa Floresta encourages beneficiary communities to engage in productive economic activities that do not increase deforestation.
A new diagnostic tool can strengthen public institutions, where services are delivered and where corruption and inefficiency often emerge.
Strategic foresight tools can help policy makers adopt a more proactive approach to solving problems.