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Major reforms toward a market-based, open economy required extensive public communications to gain public support in the Republic of Korea.
In the Republic of Korea, modular homes assembled like LEGO units are being developed as a response to the growing need for small to mid-size housing.
Built through strong partnerships, a railway links two ancient Chinese cities, boosts tourism and jobs, and opens a remote province to a wider market.
Blockchain has the potential to help emerging markets broaden the benefits of rapid growth.
In the Republic of Korea, financial firms need to enhance the convenience of mobile services and ensure universal accessibility.
Efforts are needed to get third parties engaged in the emissions market.
Analysis using a multidimensional index suggests that regional integration boosts growth and reduces poverty, beyond the usual effect of trade openness.
The Asian Development Bank has revised its guidelines for project economic analysis, which help ensure investment decisions are based on economic and efficiency considerations.
Malaysia has made outstanding progress in reducing extreme monetary poverty.
Asian countries are taking a leading role in the development of cryptocurrency.