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Regulations need to be aligned to improve the efficiency of environment, social, governance investments.
A regional approach to food policy driven by business and public interests can better protect consumers and suppliers in both domestic and export markets, support scaling up of production, and facilitate market access and Greater Mekong Subregion product branding and marketing.
Maneuvering through the web of stakeholder interests, the Republic of Korea institutionalized a service-oriented bus transportation system in Seoul and its satellite cities in surrounding provinces.
The new constitution of Nepal has introduced a three-tier structure of federal government (federal, province, and local) and all three levels have the constitutional power to enact laws, prepare budgets, and mobilize their own resources.
Solutions include lowering statutory maximum lending rates, expanding policy financing and mid-rate loans, increasing loans and loan guarantees.
The Korean government has employed comprehensive policy measures to manage household debt risks.
High upfront costs and lack of incentives impede fuel efficiency initiatives in road freight in the Greater Mekong Subregion.
More attention needs to be given to borrowers' wider financial condition to ensure customized loan management.
It is necessary to redesign private pension management fee schemes so companies have incentives to compete and develop better products.
Jobs, education and skills development are needed to help elderly people lead a more stable life and contribute to the economy.