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A two-stage holistic and evidence-based framework provides urban planners a structured and practical guide for making cities healthy and age-inclusive.

Governments should provide policy and financial support to industries that shift to remote or noncontact transactions to cope with COVID-19.

Surveyed developing member countries have priorities aligned with the environmental dimensions of the Sustainable Development Goals but need to take steps to overcome barriers and achieve their targets. 

Banks need to update their business models as competition from fintechs disrupts the supply chain finance market.

Singapore is transforming its drainage system into re-naturalized streams and bioswales that enhance urban living.

Seoul’s Owl Service has reduced the use of passenger cars by more than 2 million trips per year.

The Islamic Development Bank shares its experience in microfinance and group value chain financing to improve access to credit in rural areas.

Entry points for interventions include increasing access to quality seeds and materials, enhancing value chains, and promoting best practices through regional projects.

Digital finance promises to be an effective means of reaching the unbanked, but its use must be accompanied by consumer information and education.

A school consortium in Australia partners with industry to create a high-tech learning lab where students get the latest in technology and career opportunities.