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The Republic of Korea has been a leader in training government officials to be catalysts of economic development.
Increasing private sector participation in training can help build employer confidence and prepare graduates for the job market.
A digital application has helped reduce marine plastic leakage by improving municipal solid waste collection.
Synergizing the efforts of multiple stakeholders to support digitalization will facilitate circular plastic economy transition in the PRC.
AI and digital innovation can help extend working lives, strengthen pensions, and build more resilient systems for the aging population.
Bringing quality preventive and diagnostic services closer to communities can reduce health inequalities.
Singapore revives the Bras Basah and Bugis neighborhoods through a 20-year master plan that prioritizes pedestrians and promotes a vibrant street life.
In climate-vulnerable communities in Fiji and Mongolia, capacity-building activities support women’s participation in the green economy.
Regular consultations, monitoring, and follow-up measures can help successfully restore the income of project-affected persons.
The pandemic is an opportunity for the country to push for longer-term structural reforms.