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One of the most populous cities in the Philippines examines ways to make its waste collection system financially sustainable.
Raise the efficiency of public procurement and land and labor markets to boost productivity, and address growth constraints on agriculture and tourism.
Growing imbalances across regions call for localized development strategies as the country moves toward economic diversification.
The effect of COVID-19 school closures on students and their future calls for digital systems that ensure learning continues even in a disaster.
A pilot project in the Philippines gives livelihood support and coaching to poor households, which helped them cope better with the COVID-19 crisis.
Built through strong partnerships, a railway links two ancient Chinese cities, boosts tourism and jobs, and opens a remote province to a wider market.
Collaborations can bridge infrastructure deficits as well as support transformational development and enhance urban livability in many ways.
Experts endorse 10 principles for risk mitigation, which include evacuation plans for medical and quarantine facilities and areas under lockdown.
For best results, train the teachers, involve private companies, and share best practices with other school systems.
After a devastating earthquake and tsunami struck Japan in 2011, communities in Higashi Matsushima City led recovery efforts and built a smart city.