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An analysis of excess capacity in the People's Republic of China looks at the factors that contributed to overinvestment in manufacturing.
Disbursing against results, rather than upfront expenditures, helps improve the effectiveness and efficiency of government-owned sector programs and promote good practices.
The formula: installing energy efficient lighting systems in government offices and parks, distributing fluorescent lamps nationwide, and establishing a green labeling system for buildings.
Strengthen laws, improve labeling, create incentives, regulate refrigerants, and promote large-scale adoption.
Strategies include a regulatory planning framework, area-based development, green infrastructure, and community engagement.
Financial resource mobilization by the Malaria Trust Fund has helped eradicate malaria and build strong foundations for health systems in the Greater Mekong Subregion.
A state program promotes high-value manufacturing and innovation to boost competitiveness and spur economic growth.
Moving systems into a cloud environment future-proofs public services.
Strengthening leadership pathways, workplace reforms, and training can help address barriers to women’s rise to senior health roles.
Financial readiness and pre-arranged support reduce delays, protect budgets, and enable faster, more efficient rebuilding.