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The Green Freight Initiative in the Greater Mekong Subregion is improving fuel efficiency and reducing costs and emissions of trucking companies.
While remittances from migrant workers continue to increase, they can only fuel economic growth if they enter the formal financial system and be channeled into productive investments.
An analysis of socioeconomic indicators shows India is a suitable market for bullet trains.
Regional cooperation can support a well-functioning enabling environment and fast-track the growth of the digital economy.
As a way forward for coastal cities, this article explores the potential of system of systems approaches for integrated planning and management of coastal assets using nature-based solutions that engage communities.
Social protection spending and coverage are increasing, yet some countries continue to favor the nonpoor over the poor, and men over women.
The Clean Air Scorecard Tool helped the most polluted cities to identify gaps in air quality management and introduce measures to rectify them.
Combining materials processed in a single treatment plant offers cost savings and private sector opportunities in sanitation services.
A study looks at the costs of overloading and how improved policies and enforcement can give an economic boost to Mekong countries.
Strategies include enhancing water resource management, strengthening biodiversity conservation, and promoting sustainable ecotourism.