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The SARS outbreak in 2003 provides insights on how we can mitigate the health and economic impact of COVID-19.
Access to information, evidence, and policy development help identify situations and monitor the effects of policy interventions.
Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands used foresight tools to plan low-carbon, resilient transport systems and manage future uncertainties.
Crowdsourcing can be an effective way to address pain points that limit MSMEs from getting financing.
The experience of a water utility in Manila shows that dividing a large network into smaller zones improves leak detection and distribution efficiency.
Addressing weaknesses in procurement, contract and asset management, and financial management ensures better project management and implementation.
The CAREC transport corridors present reliable alternatives to maritime chokepoints, especially for shorter distances and time-sensitive goods.
Governments should provide policy and financial support to industries that shift to remote or noncontact transactions to cope with COVID-19.
Promoting national digital ID systems, interoperable systems, and cloud-based infrastructures can make digital financial services more efficient.
Regenerative agroforestry can promote decarbonization and biodiversity, while improving coffee farmers’ livelihoods in the Lao PDR.