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In the Philippines, solutions that respect river dynamics and ecosystem functions were adopted to keep vulnerable communities safe from natural hazards.
In the Indian city of Mangalore, the local government partnered with private companies to modernize the sewage system and turn wastewater into a valuable asset.
Development fees placed on buildings were used to improve pedestrian mobility through elevated walkways in the Makati central business district.
Participatory conservation and ecotourism can help maintain biodiversity while promoting sustainable livelihoods for local communities.
Asia's rapid urbanization requires the balanced and holistic development of second-tier cities and towns to release pressure from congested megacities.
An urban housing project in India is using carefully sequenced interventions to help climate-vulnerable households relocate to safe areas and sustainably rebuild their lives.
Large-scale and youth-targeted government policies can mitigate the short- and long-term impacts of the COVID-19 crisis on youth employment in Asia.
Armenia’s leaders put in place prudent fiscal and monetary policies that resulted in strong economic growth.
Digital finance offers the potential to reach underserved groups, but it is vital to first understand the needs of this segment.
Keeping a city safe from flood and waterborne diseases requires a holistic approach to water resources management.