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Growing imbalances across regions call for localized development strategies as the country moves toward economic diversification.
Promoting the employment of seniors and improving pension schemes can reduce the economic impact of population aging.
Farmers are managing seasonal floods and droughts better, thanks to a modern irrigation system, flood-proof road, and disaster risk control measures.
A national program promotes forest conservation and protection while creating sustainable livelihoods for communities.
In Afghanistan, river basin managers work with farmers in ensuring equitable and sustainable irrigation practices to improve yields and livelihoods.
Teachers need to continuously hone their competencies to help students adapt to the changing needs of the times.
The effect of COVID-19 school closures on students and their future calls for digital systems that ensure learning continues even in a disaster.
Nutrition-specific interventions should target the first 1,000 days, promote behavioral change, and focus on the most vulnerable.
In Kaysone Phomvihane, Lao PDR, good O&M contract management and community support will ensure the sustainability of a new sanitary landfill facility.
Demographic changes, such as population aging in East Asia, will affect productivity and competitiveness and shape how innovation is created.