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Statisticians use satellite images of Earth’s night lights to measure social and economic activity.
In the Philippines, a pilot project to rehabilitate the Pasig River built community support around a low-cost waste management system.
A sound holistic development approach will drive sustainable and inclusive growth across the regions of Bangladesh.
Governments should provide policy and financial support to industries that shift to remote or noncontact transactions to cope with COVID-19.
To preserve lives and revive the economy, countries need to plan ahead to secure sufficient supplies of the future COVID-19 vaccine.
Data analysis and tax transparency can guide governments in rationalizing their tax expenditure policies while still creating a level playing field for businesses.
Strong governance is essential to achieving climate goals, mobilizing resources, and accelerating climate-resilient development.
A pilot project helps Xi’an in the People’s Republic of China hurdle mobility and environmental problems through multimodal and smart transport solutions.
Infrastructure that provides access to clean water and adequate sanitation frees women and girls from health and safety risks.
Lessons from the Republic of Korea’s basic skills guarantee policy show how adaptive testing and guidance can ensure learning continuity amid COVID-19.