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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.
In Samoa, eDNA survey techniques were used to assess the potential effects of a proposed dam on freshwater ecosystems.
Crises like a pandemic underscore the importance of alternative sources of high-quality and timely data in developing effective measures.
A study looks at the costs of overloading and how improved policies and enforcement can give an economic boost to Mekong countries.
Early and strong action mitigates health impact, while recovery measures focus on the long term.
Government support, good governance, and resolute leadership helped Nepal Electricity Authority achieve profitability.