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Invest in preparedness and establish a shock-responsive social protection system to weather future shocks and reap dividends from resilience.
A “polluters pay” policy helps Seoul reduce household waste going to the landfill by 90% and waste generated by the city by 40%.
Farmers are managing seasonal floods and droughts better, thanks to a modern irrigation system, flood-proof road, and disaster risk control measures.
Innovations in water management and adaptive planning can create opportunities for climate adaptation and mitigation.
Leveling the playing field for women opens opportunities for countries to increase development gains.
East Asia needs to shift toward a model of economic growth focused on low carbon emissions and more efficient use of resources.
Increasing private sector participation in training can help build employer confidence and prepare graduates for the job market.
Gaps in response funding immediately after disaster can now be addressed through a new form of insurance.
AI is disrupting the social sector, enhancing the way basic services are delivered to the public.
Policymakers should focus on long-term strategic plans such as zoning of territories based on potential water sources when designing water and sanitation solutions for communities.