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To increase sustainability and inclusiveness of growth, Papua New Guinea and Timor-Leste need to look at ways to improve the quality and efficiency of public spending.
A pilot in Viet Nam found warm mix asphalt reduced emissions while maintaining pavement performance.
Green-gray infrastructure helps confront rising seas for a more resilient future for Fijian communities.
Financial readiness and pre-arranged support reduce delays, protect budgets, and enable faster, more efficient rebuilding.
Strengthening multi-sectoral policy response can help health systems adapt to the increasing dominance of noncommunicable diseases.
Low-income households were moved from at-risk areas near rail tracks to safe, inclusive housing—pioneering transparent, climate-resilient urban resettlement in Sri Lanka.
Improved integration of disaster risk data, social registries, and delivery systems can strengthen crisis response.
Georgia’s integrated urban planning approach is improving livability, revitalizing heritage, and setting new benchmarks for inclusive development.
Catalytic risk capital, community empowerment, and climate-smart practices in poultry farming can unlock industry growth.
Fiscal incentives and producer responsibility can make safe recycling the norm—protecting millions from toxic exposure.