Harmonizing Marine Plastic Pollution Data in the East Asian Seas Regional cooperation and improved data practices can help address the challenge of plastic pollution more effectively.
Revamping Tobacco Taxation Strategies for High-Burden Asian Countries Tax reforms aimed at a 10% reduction in smoking prevalence could reduce the population of smokers by 38.7 million and prevent 11.6 million premature deaths.
Addressing the Challenges of Southeast Asia’s Growing Biomaterial Industry Bioplastics industry development hinges on strategic direction and vision, environmental sustainability, and better waste management.
Leveraging Nuclear Technology for Plastic Waste Management IAEA is partnering with a number of countries in Asia and the Pacific to transform plastic waste into valuable materials through the use of radiation technology.
Building Resilience in the Greater Mekong Subregion’s Agri-Food Sector Enhanced policy dialogue and regional cooperation hold the key to improving food security and a strong COVID-19 recovery.
A Systems Approach for Transitioning Southeast Asia to a Circular Economy The region needs integrated and holistic policies to push an ambitious agenda that requires capital, innovation, and new business models and mindsets.
A Framework for Enhanced Trade Facilitation in the Bay of Bengal Region Promote remote processing of cargo clearances and modernize border facilities to improve intraregional trade in BIMSTEC.
How Big Data Can Improve Public Services for Faster Pandemic Recovery In Southeast Asia, big data can help transform the delivery of education, health care, and social welfare and protection services.
Mainstreaming Workers’ Welfare in Major Infrastructure Projects: The Case of BKK Monorail Labor, health, and safety measures ensure that the rights and welfare of both local and migrant workers are protected.
Tax Reforms to Support a Strong Pandemic Recovery for Southeast Asia Governments must rethink and refine tax policy and administration measures to not only address development challenges but also to build back better.