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Education, Human Capital Development for Inclusive Growth and Shared Prosperity

The Promise and Perils of Mother Tongue-Based Education

The Promise and Perils of Mother Tongue-Based Education
A nationwide shift to mother tongue-based education in the Philippines reveals complex policy challenges, raising important questions for similar education reforms in other linguistically diverse countries.

Finance and Innovation, Globalization and Economic Stability

From Crisis to Resilience: The Evolution of the Banking Sector in Asia and the Pacific

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Despite repeated global shocks, the banking systems in Asia and the Pacific have emerged stronger thanks to bold reforms, smarter regulation, and rising digital adoption.

Economics, Globalization and Economic Stability, Regional cooperation and integration

Tariffs on the Table: What Could Be Asia’s Next Move?

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New tariffs threaten to escalate trade tensions and raise economic risks, prompting debate over how best to negotiate or counter the measures.