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The convergence of national capability formation, institutional capacity building, and regional cooperation can expand human potential.
Despite welcome progress on universal access to electricity, the transition to renewable energy is faltering at a time when multiple shocks are hitting Asia and the Pacific hard.
In urban areas in the Lao PDR, decentralized solutions prove to be a low-maintenance and environment-friendly way to ensure clean water and sanitation.
Improved integration of disaster risk data, social registries, and delivery systems can strengthen crisis response.
Digital health passports, mobile health, and integrated services can provide better care for migrant populations in the Greater Mekong Subregion.
A package of economic, social, legal, and institutional measures helps provide equal opportunity to minority and low-caste women in Nepal.
Various financial schemes have been developed to cover some of the risks of loss and damage associated with climate change impacts.
Safer infrastructure and robust post-crash care can save lives, prevent long-term disabilities, and support recovery.
A financing scheme using Internet of Things gives tricycle drivers access to credit without collateral and promotes discipline in loan repayments.
A livelihood project sets up night markets in border towns of the Greater Mekong Subregion and provides microfinance support to vendors.