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Two of five adults in the Asia and Pacific region are overweight or obese and the costs associated with these conditions undermine economic growth as well as the achievement of the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, particularly on health.
Employment outcomes for young people can be maximized with career guidance and employment services.
Tajikistan combined irrigation system repairs with agriculture policy reforms to increase food security and farm productivity.
This piece highlights how sustainable tourism development can support the empowerment of women and minorities.
Cities can use AI and satellite imagery for rapid data collection to prevent illegal structures and ensure sustainable urban planning.
The Korean government has employed comprehensive policy measures to manage household debt risks.
The Republic of Korea wants to help businesses to secure loans using movable assets, including goods, receivables, and intellectual property.
A project in Indonesia opens livelihood opportunities for women and encourages their participation in community development.
Regulators should focus on ensuring full corporate disclosure and transparency to protect stakeholders.
In India, auctions were found to be better than regulator-designed tariffs in determining the procurement price for solar-generated electricity.