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Recovery interventions should provide not only economic stimulus but also address climate and disaster risk to ensure that gains are sustained.
A better understanding of environmental standards—their differences and implications—can help developing countries better safeguard the environment.
High upfront costs and lack of incentives impede fuel efficiency initiatives in road freight in the Greater Mekong Subregion.
Armenia’s leaders put in place prudent fiscal and monetary policies that resulted in strong economic growth.
In the Republic of Korea, K-water offers smart solutions for managing limited water resources to supply increasing demand in cities.
Invest in responsible, data-driven AI adoption backed by strong governance, pilot testing, and cross-sector collaboration.
Banking on a growing digital economy, Viet Nam needs to improve IT connectivity and skills, e-payments, logistics, cybersecurity, and consumer trust.
Economic incentives push producers and consumers to use resources more efficiently and reduce environmental costs as well as spur innovative practices.
In Afghanistan, river basin managers work with farmers in ensuring equitable and sustainable irrigation practices to improve yields and livelihoods.
Long-term policy framework, regulatory alignment, and smart infrastructure may unlock the region’s digital trade potential.