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New digital technologies are a game changer for financial inclusion in Asia, opening up access to financial services for all sectors of society, and in the process helping dispel myths about financial inclusion.
To preserve lives and revive the economy, countries need to plan ahead to secure sufficient supplies of the future COVID-19 vaccine.
A study found that the proposed exchange should focus on electricity and emissions before adding agricultural products to the mix.
This piece highlights how sustainable tourism development can support the empowerment of women and minorities.
Embracing technology for financial service delivery benefits both women-led enterprises and financial institutions.
This study examines the impediments and gaps that hinder the growth of regional trade and ways to reverse declining trade efficiency.
Investments should seek to strengthen women’s capacities to anticipate, absorb, and adapt to the impacts of natural hazards and climate change and contribute to sustainable development.
COP14 resolutions reinforce ADB’s mandate to support DMCs in meeting their obligations through strengthened safeguards.
The Maldives is adopting advanced low-carbon technologies to reduce emissions and diesel imports with the help of the Japan Fund for the Joint Crediting Mechanism.
Involving forest users in managing and conserving resources while strengthening value chains help curb illegal logging and forest fires.