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From a policy and economic standpoint, a paid sick leave program for COVID-19 is cost-effective in promoting behaviors that reduce disease spread.
Digital tools may be used to overcome challenges in planning, logistics management, vaccination administration, and immunization monitoring.
Experience in India shows a gradual and localized approach based on evidence allows for safer reopening of the economy and reduces infection rates.
To prevent the emergence of a new pandemic, monitoring of pathogens must be supported by socioeconomic solutions that protect biodiversity.
An ADB-supported project in Kolkata awarded flat titles to women as a mechanism to promote women's rights.
The Republic of Korea improved road safety for children through strict implementation of policies related to engineering, education, and enforcement.
A water project includes a gender, caste, and minority ethnic strategy to promote the rights of marginalized groups in Nepal.
In Indonesia, a university in Lampung is building an SDGs monitoring dashboard to improve data management and visualization for local governments.
As a way forward for coastal cities, this article explores the potential of system of systems approaches for integrated planning and management of coastal assets using nature-based solutions that engage communities.
Turkmenistan is adopting international food safety standards to safeguard public health and to boost the trade of agro-food products.