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Privatization and corporatization can reduce costs, raise productivity, and improve social welfare.

The story of a science professor turned entrepreneur shows skills and education were critical in growing from a micro to a medium-sized business.

Studies show that migrant high-skilled professionals can help increase trade, capital flows, and knowledge and technology transfers whether or not they return to their home countries.

Stronger institutions and policies can help broaden the coverage and benefits of social protection spending.

Close cooperation between civil groups and authorities is needed to make the streets more walkable and safe for pedestrians.

This piece offers practical advice as to why working with civil society is important in the Pacific and how greater engagement between CSOs, government, and the Asian Development Bank can be achieved. 

Mobilizing private capital for the water sector requires a strong regulatory environment, sound risk management, and financial sustainability.

In Australia, the private sector is working with regulators to maximize the benefits of blockchain technology and minimize its risks. 

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.

Combining market-based instruments, such as payments for ecosystem services and conditional social transfers, alleviate poverty while conserving ecosystems.