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An index that measures the degree of regional integration in Central Asia will help identify policy gaps and measures to enhance economic cooperation.
Young people identify digitalization, strong participatory processes, and an inclusive labor market as priorities to improve livelihood opportunities amid COVID-19.
Carbon taxes and emission trading systems can help countries mobilize fiscal resources while enabling green economic recovery from COVID-19.
Production potential can be achieved through small-scale irrigation systems powered by a community-driven process.
A study examines the feasibility of applying computer vision techniques to satellite data of the Philippines and Thailand to produce poverty maps.
Raise the efficiency of public procurement and land and labor markets to boost productivity, and address growth constraints on agriculture and tourism.
Gaps in response funding immediately after disaster can now be addressed through a new form of insurance.
The solutions in Asia and the Pacific: explore groundwater abstraction options, build efficient water infrastructure, develop better data, and improve water management, particularly for agriculture.
Water tariff reforms coupled with personnel training, social contracts, and technology updates can make water utilities more efficient.
Transporting passengers and cargo over navigable rivers and canals reduces road and rail congestion, road crashes, pollution, emissions, and energy consumption.