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Instead of recapturing the tourism of the pre-pandemic era, countries should strive to create a new kind of tourism that is more closely aligned to the SDGs.
Long-term policy framework, regulatory alignment, and smart infrastructure may unlock the region’s digital trade potential.
The Republic of Korea takes quick and decisive action to control the spread of the virus and to mitigate risks to public health.
How to make it work: skills training, civic engagement and forums that help young people become active in society.
A financial instrument to help governments finance disaster relief and post-disaster reconstruction without over-stressing their fiscal budgets
The vulture collapse in South Asia due to diclofenac has caused health, economic, and cultural issues, driving urgent conservation efforts and the exploration of new biodiversity credit mechanisms.
Optimize energy efficiency, use climate-friendly refrigerants, and leverage advanced digital technologies.
Urban cooling with nature-based solutions requires integrated planning, equitable access, community input, and local adaptation for fair, effective results.
Structured health assessments guide countries in strengthening climate-ready services, improving infrastructure, and reducing vulnerability across sectors.
Embracing technology for financial service delivery benefits both women-led enterprises and financial institutions.