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Digital finance offers the potential to reach underserved groups, but it is vital to first understand the needs of this segment.
Among the investments supported by the Afghanistan Business Innovation Fund were businesses that targeted women as workers, producers, and consumers.
Crowdsourcing can be an effective way to address pain points that limit MSMEs from getting financing.
A new diagnostic tool can strengthen public institutions, where services are delivered and where corruption and inefficiency often emerge.
Project preparation is critical for embedding gender and climate considerations, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building.
Sustainable hydropower project balances energy needs with tribal rights, cultural preservation, and inclusive livelihood restoration.
Bhutan must boost productivity in traditional crops while building capacity for high‑value agricultural exports.
In the Republic of Korea, the finance sector needs environmental, social, and governance evaluation criteria amid growing shareholder stewardship.
In the highly competitive Korean market, policy makers need to adjust performance indicators and incentives to encourage banks to increase technology financing.
Consider a holistic view of the future and a broad range of trends and factors when assessing transport projects.