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The bilateral agreement offers deeper tariff liberalization than the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, yet both need better rules of origin.
Growing imbalances across regions call for localized development strategies as the country moves toward economic diversification.
Demographic changes, such as population aging in East Asia, will affect productivity and competitiveness and shape how innovation is created.
Warning systems and other measures will help save lives, protect biodiversity, and reduce rail service disruptions.
The Republic of Korea provided vocational training for disabled people in addition to imposing a hiring quota for both public and private employers.
Sri Lanka is transforming its education system to take its economy to the next level.
Structured health assessments guide countries in strengthening climate-ready services, improving infrastructure, and reducing vulnerability across sectors.
Proposed strategies to deepen commitments under the Paris Agreement include sharing of practices and lessons and linking climate actions with COVID-19 recovery.
Significant reforms are needed to improve indirect investment vehicles in real estate in the Republic of Korea.
Expanding environment, social, and governance tools and due diligence practices can help firms better manage exposure to climate risks.