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Assess preparedness for BEPS minimum standards and the global minimum tax proposal, prioritize tax certainty, and develop capacities to address international tax avoidance and treaty abuse.
Two of five adults in the Asia and Pacific region are overweight or obese and the costs associated with these conditions undermine economic growth as well as the achievement of the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, particularly on health.
Strengthening multi-sectoral policy response can help health systems adapt to the increasing dominance of noncommunicable diseases.
By becoming leaders, girls and young women can contribute to innovation, empathy, and accountability in development programming.
Consider a holistic view of the future and a broad range of trends and factors when assessing transport projects.
Water tariff reforms coupled with personnel training, social contracts, and technology updates can make water utilities more efficient.
Enhancing the competitiveness and sustainability of small businesses requires sustained reforms that include digitalization and innovation.
In Afghanistan, river basin managers work with farmers in ensuring equitable and sustainable irrigation practices to improve yields and livelihoods.
Circular practices, such as extending a product’s useful life or recycling waste into products, can yield environmental as well as economic benefits.
Nepal took a whole-of-government approach in developing an effective and efficient system of expenditure reporting by local governments.