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Asia may have survived the 2008 global economic crisis, but it’s not out of the woods yet. Here are five things the region’s financial systems must address to withstand the next big shock.

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. 

The basic education and skill set that powered "Factory Asia" needs realignment if Asia is to continue its upward trajectory.

Southeast Asia’s digital transformation is underway but the region still faces barriers to growing its digital economy.

Mainstream gender inclusion and climate resilience into infrastructure development to improve quality of life and meet sustainability goals.

Social protection spending and coverage are increasing, yet some countries continue to favor the nonpoor over the poor, and men over women.

Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands used foresight tools to plan low-carbon, resilient transport systems and manage future uncertainties.

A market-based approach for reducing air pollution offers countries in the region great potential for flexibility and innovation.

Asia can gain from the longevity dividend by tapping emerging technologies to promote an age-friendly workplace.

Policy challenges include the shift in financial intermediation away from traditional banks toward digital finance providers.