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The new U.S. policy of forging bilateral trade pacts instead of multi-country deals will have wide-ranging impacts.
Asia may have survived the 2008 global economic crisis, but it’s not out of the woods yet. Here are five things the region’s financial systems must address to withstand the next big shock.
Instead of recapturing the tourism of the pre-pandemic era, countries should strive to create a new kind of tourism that is more closely aligned to the SDGs.
Enhancing internet connectivity, data security, and workers’ digital skills can reduce the digital gap in Central Asia.
Creating a market for green business requires policies that help businesses make or save money from environmental compliance.
Blockchain is transforming financial transactions—with far-reaching implications for the unbanked.
Wholesale and retail trade, textiles, construction, electronics, and food and beverage show high circularity potential.
An arsenal of digital tools, such as geofencing, location sharing, and 3D printing, is helping fight the spread of the coronavirus.
Strengthening leadership pathways, workplace reforms, and training can help address barriers to women’s rise to senior health roles.
Strengthening multi-sectoral policy response can help health systems adapt to the increasing dominance of noncommunicable diseases.