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There is a need for globally coordinated standards and principles that allow room for countries to adapt their policies.
A “polluters pay” policy helps Seoul reduce household waste going to the landfill by 90% and waste generated by the city by 40%.
Gender strategy and workplace policies are advancing safer workplaces, expanding STEM education for girls, and strengthening energy sector reforms.
Scale nature-based solutions and align investments with the Global Biodiversity Framework to reverse wetland loss in Asia and the Pacific.
Strengthening primary and preventive care, promoting early disease detection, and reducing health risks can ease the health crisis.
Funded agreements allow state-owned enterprises to deliver essential services efficiently while improving financial stability and transparency.
Bringing quality preventive and diagnostic services closer to communities can reduce health inequalities.
A climate-resilient, participatory capacity-building program empowers local agencies and enhances water security in Nusantara, Indonesia.
Transport emissions are the shared outcome of global production and consumption—demanding accountability across sectors and regions.
Strong governance is essential to achieving climate goals, mobilizing resources, and accelerating climate-resilient development.