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Among the lessons: Make inclusive investments in education, sanitation, and health in order to avoid enclaves of rich and poor.
The CAREC transport corridors present reliable alternatives to maritime chokepoints, especially for shorter distances and time-sensitive goods.
Youth can help address noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) by supporting behavior change efforts and initiatives targeted toward encouraging other youth to make healthier choices.
Installing wire-rope barriers to separate opposing lanes of traffic can reduce fatal road accidents by 95%.
Early and strong action mitigates health impact, while recovery measures focus on the long term.
Carbon taxes and emission trading systems can help countries mobilize fiscal resources while enabling green economic recovery from COVID-19.
In Sri Lanka, the rural water sector has benefited from the active role of women in management and operations.
Analysis of field sampling and remote sensing data gives important insights into the potential for expanding beef cattle grazing and the challenges.
Policies should foster vibrant start-up ecosystems, enabled by foundational technologies, such as cloud computing.
Targeted training tracks, enhanced online learning, and close collaborations with other agencies can make TVET system more responsive.