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The lessons learned by the Asian Development Bank, which was one of the last organizations to leave Afghanistan[1] in 1980 and one of the first to return in 2002.
Establishing centers of excellence can be a fast and cost-effective way for countries and industries to create much-needed specialists.
The new constitution of Nepal has introduced a three-tier structure of federal government (federal, province, and local) and all three levels have the constitutional power to enact laws, prepare budgets, and mobilize their own resources.
An electricity trading project between Indonesia and Malaysia is lowering power costs, raising revenue and cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
A study looks at the costs of overloading and how improved policies and enforcement can give an economic boost to Mekong countries.
Increasing disaster risks in developing countries call for strategic planning and investments in resilient and low-carbon infrastructure.
This piece highlights the investments needed to overcome different agricultural challenges to meet growing food demand in the region.
The story of a science professor turned entrepreneur shows skills and education were critical in growing from a micro to a medium-sized business.
Asia's rapid urbanization requires the balanced and holistic development of second-tier cities and towns to release pressure from congested megacities.
A study of Southeast Asian projects provides insights on how the Philippines can improve efforts to prevent illegal wildlife trade.