From Cash to Digital: Advancing Financial Inclusion in Pakistan Implement supportive policies, encourage merchant adoption, and integrate digital payments into public services.
3 Lessons from Crowdsourcing Digital Solutions for Improving MSMEs’ Access to Finance Crowdsourcing can be an effective way to address pain points that limit MSMEs from getting financing.
Improving Cross-Country Connectivity and Trade in the CAREC Region Better transport infrastructure and digitized border clearance procedures are essential to boost regional trade through rapid cargo movement.
Transitioning to Low-Carbon, Resilient Rice Production in Pakistan The widespread adoption of water-saving technologies, such as alternate wetting and drying, is crucial to ensure the long-term sustainability of Pakistan's rice sector.
How CAREC Corridors Can Help Alleviate the Shipping Crisis in the Red Sea The CAREC transport corridors present reliable alternatives to maritime chokepoints, especially for shorter distances and time-sensitive goods.
Rebuilding Homes and Strengthening Communities: An Integrated Approach to Pakistan’s Housing Reconstruction A community-driven initiative can benefit interventions in housing and create opportunities to improve the design and delivery of services and facilities in critical sectors.
Boosting Regional Integration with Enhanced Multimodal Transport Links Short- and long-term actions in roads, rail, waterways, maritime, and aviation can enhance transport connectivity and promote integration in the SAARC region.
Pivoting Toward Sustainable Urbanization in Pakistan Progressive urban governance and planning reforms are required for cities to deliver the economic and social benefits of urbanization.
Integrating the Sustainable Development Goals into Projects in Pakistan Aligning departmental priorities with the SDGs and incorporating them into existing planning and review processes may improve development outcomes.
Expediting the Digital Trade Integration of Pakistan and Central Asian Economies E-payment gateways and streamlined customs clearance processes can promote regional collaboration and economic growth in digital trade.