Regional cooperation and integration, Social development and protection

Transforming ASEAN: Advancing Regional Integration, Social Inclusion, and Environmental Sustainability

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ASEAN's rapid economic growth and robust post-COVID-19 recovery are colliding with rising social challenges and escalating climate risks.

Industry and trade

Development of the Creative Economy in Asia and the Pacific

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The creative economy has emerged as a vital driver of economic growth and resilience, social inclusion and equity, international influence and intercultural dialogue, and sustainable development.

Urban development

Kashima City’s Great Transformation: Where Industry Meets Community

kashima city
Kashima’s City's industrial transformation demonstrates the importance of government commitment, collaboration, and communication in driving regional development.

Agriculture and natural resources

Mechanization Driving the Future of Agriculture in Asia

Mechanization Driving the Future of Agriculture in Asia
Agricultural mechanization boosts production by using machinery for tasks like plowing, irrigation, and harvesting to increase efficiency, reduce labor intensity, and alleviate seasonal labor shortages.

Climate change, Environment

Natural Capital: Valuing Nature to Protect and Restore Ecosystem Services for Sustainable Development

Natural Capital- Valuing Nature to Protect and Restore Ecosystem Services for Sustainable Development
Ecosystems are vital components of natural capital, encompassing soil, geology, air, water, minerals, and all living organisms.

Climate change, Finance sector development

Funding a Resilient Future: Bridging Climate Financing Gaps

Funding a Resilient Future Bridging Climate Financing Gaps
Climate finance is at the forefront of the climate change discourse as a critical tool for achieving mitigation and adaptation outcomes.

Agriculture and natural resources

Food Security Amid Evolving Inclusive Growth Priorities

Food Security Amid Evolving Inclusive Growth Priorities
Food security is a global challenge impacted by multiple evolving threats to the food supply chain.

Climate change, Finance sector development

How Can Policy Makers Help Strengthen Corporate Climate Disclosure to Scale Up Private Climate Finance?

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Investors need better information on where to direct their investments to have the biggest impact on climate goals.

Agriculture and natural resources, Information and Communications Technology

How the Internet is Revolutionizing Sustainable Agriculture in Asia

Internet and Agriculture
Internet use can fosters a more sustainable future for agriculture through improved farm management and farm performance.

Social development and protection

Social Protection for the Informal Economy in South Asia

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The informal economy leaves workers exposed to financial and personal risks