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The services and role of the internal audit function are consistently defined across the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations but significant variation exists in regard to professional practices and the management of people and performance.
Regional financial cooperation has strengthened Asian economies and made them more resilient, but attention toward this important work has waned in recent years.
Gender data on education, health, and other sectors can guide policy interventions that aim to help reduce the gender gap.
Data analysis and tax transparency can guide governments in rationalizing their tax expenditure policies while still creating a level playing field for businesses.
The Asian Development Bank shares its experience in reducing its carbon footprint by implementing a rooftop solar photovoltaic system at its headquarters in metropolitan Manila.
This nature-based solution can help cities become more livable, reduce the risk of flooding, and transform urban spaces into vibrant centers for the community.
Regional cooperation and improved data practices can help address the challenge of plastic pollution more effectively.
How to improve public health and environmental sustainability by facing the challenges of managing solid waste in Asia
Aligning departmental priorities with the SDGs and incorporating them into existing planning and review processes may improve development outcomes.
To mainstream PPPs in the water sector, implement a holistic governance framework, foster an enabling environment, and incorporate transaction design.