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The city-state offers a good case example for other Southeast Asian countries vying to become tech and innovation hubs.

Tech startups in agriculture, education, environment, and health have high potential for social impact but need a supportive ecosystem to thrive.

Market-responsive training, recognized competency certifications, and timely learning modules can provide the skills needed for green jobs in the energy sector.

In the Philippines, solutions that respect river dynamics and ecosystem functions were adopted to keep vulnerable communities safe from natural hazards.  

Lessons from Indonesia show young entrepreneurs need mentorship and training, business services and facilities, and post-incubation assistance. 

Water tariff reforms coupled with personnel training, social contracts, and technology updates can make water utilities more efficient.

A national program promotes forest conservation and protection while creating sustainable livelihoods for communities.

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.

Ecosystem-based adaptation solutions can reduce vulnerability and build resilience of urban areas to climate change.

It is time to revisit urban strategies and revise the urbanization process and practices to build back better post-pandemic cities.