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Sea level rise will hike coastal flood losses at least 12-fold by 2100. The benefits of adaptation outweigh the costs, providing returns at least 10 times the investments.
Savvy project management accelerates construction of a 75 km railway in war-torn Afghanistan.
The Republic of Korea improved road safety for children through strict implementation of policies related to engineering, education, and enforcement.
Gender bonds can scale up women’s access to finance and promote gender equality at the same time.
Electronics manufacturers are held accountable for the full life cycle of their products but receive incentives for proper disposal.
Outcome-based budgeting is a comprehensive approach that considers the inputs, outputs, and outcomes to be achieved with public funds.
Promoting national digital ID systems, interoperable systems, and cloud-based infrastructures can make digital financial services more efficient.
Long-term policy framework, regulatory alignment, and smart infrastructure may unlock the region’s digital trade potential.
Privatization and corporatization can reduce costs, raise productivity, and improve social welfare.
Resilient health systems, early warning tools, and community safeguards can reduce chronic heat risks and protect vulnerable populations.