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In the digital economy, central bankers and regulators face the challenge of ensuring consumer safety and financial stability while promoting innovation in the financial sector.

An enabling environment and strong governance lead to better socioeconomic outcomes.

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

In urban areas in the Lao PDR, decentralized solutions prove to be a low-maintenance and environment-friendly way to ensure clean water and sanitation.

Tapping the potential of MOOCs in training statisticians on tablet-based data collection yields promising results.

The 2024 ProFIT Survey highlights the need to simplify business registration, expand SME financing, and align skills training with market demand.

Lessons from the Republic of Korea’s basic skills guarantee policy show how adaptive testing and guidance can ensure learning continuity amid COVID-19.

Proven solutions include digitizing paperwork, integrating databases, using smart cards and digital payments, and transmitting emergency assistance via mobile phones. 

Partnerships with commercial banks and insurers are helping mobilize private finance to meet the health and long-term care needs of ageing societies.

Production potential can be achieved through small-scale irrigation systems powered by a community-driven process.