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Regional financial cooperation has strengthened Asian economies and made them more resilient, but attention toward this important work has waned in recent years.
Singapore’s biophilic public hospital was built by rehabilitating and incorporating a nearby stormwater collection pond to create a waterfront healing space popular with patients and nearby residents alike.
High upfront costs and lack of incentives impede fuel efficiency initiatives in road freight in the Greater Mekong Subregion.
Response, recovery, and adaptation measures ensure the safety of commuters and make transport systems resilient to COVID-19 and future disasters.
Consider a holistic view of the future and a broad range of trends and factors when assessing transport projects.
Act early, act together, and act wisely—so AI amplifies human aspiration rather than undermines social cohesion and development.
By becoming leaders, girls and young women can contribute to innovation, empathy, and accountability in development programming.
A data-driven roadmap integrates governance, technology, and finance to help Sri Lanka’s water utility adapt to climate risks and lower emissions.
Improved integration of disaster risk data, social registries, and delivery systems can strengthen crisis response.
Structured health assessments guide countries in strengthening climate-ready services, improving infrastructure, and reducing vulnerability across sectors.