Adapting Investment Incentives to the Global Minimum Tax The global minimum tax is reshaping investment incentives, requiring countries to redesign policies to protect revenue and support sustainable investment.
Protecting and Enhancing Multilateral Rules on Export Restrictions Adhering to rules on quantitative restrictions and pursuing multilateral talks on export tariffs may help contain adverse economic impacts.
Why Asia and the Pacific Can’t Afford to Ignore Ocean Health Public finance, blue bonds, and marine protection tools can reduce risk and mobilize private capital.
Artificial Intelligence as a Development Choice for Asia and the Pacific Act early, act together, and act wisely—so AI amplifies human aspiration rather than undermines social cohesion and development.
From Crisis to Confidence: Building a Pandemic-Ready Asia and the Pacific Embedding health security in fiscal policy can reduce economic losses and avert deaths during a pandemic.
Closing Loopholes in Resource Taxation Through UN and OECD Treaty Reforms New treaty standards give developing economies stronger taxing rights over resource activities and align policies with global sustainability goals.
Back to Basics: Reciprocity in Multilateral Trade Negotiations The principle of reciprocity in multilateral trade negotiations can unlock benefits to developing countries.
Fighting Heat at the Workplace Shaded rest, clean water, and cooling systems safeguard workers from extreme heat while boosting productivity.
Enhancing Transboundary Cooperation in River Basin Management for Climate Adaptation The water-food-energy nexus approach can help Central Asia manage shared water resources and promote regional cooperation.
Analyzing the Water Sector Financial Governance Gap in Central Asia Key governance improvements and innovative financing strategies can promote sustainable water management in Central Asia.