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To build a well-coordinated government assistance program, focus on communication and outreach, targeting, service delivery, and evaluation.
Tajikistan combined irrigation system repairs with agriculture policy reforms to increase food security and farm productivity.
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.
Indonesia could reduce the impact of a prolonged El Niño by easing food import restrictions and strengthening social protection and food security.
The Republic of Korea takes quick and decisive action to control the spread of the virus and to mitigate risks to public health.
Climate-resilient food systems and improved access to nutritious diets can strengthen food security and health outcomes in Kiribati.
Strengthening primary and preventive care, promoting early disease detection, and reducing health risks can ease the health crisis.
Cross-border trade, marketing, and supply chains are reshaping diets across Asia, limiting the effectiveness of national policies.
Fiscal incentives and producer responsibility can make safe recycling the norm—protecting millions from toxic exposure.
The water-food-energy nexus approach can help Central Asia manage shared water resources and promote regional cooperation.