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New ADB data underlines the importance of managing public debt effectively as the region emerges from the pandemic amid global uncertainty.
Latin America's long experience with conditional cash transfers offers lessons for implementing these innovative human development programs in Asia and the Pacific.
Myanmar is putting in place a national safeguards system to better balance rapid economic growth and environmental sustainability.
Adopt a full lifecycle approach to plastic management, backed by strong enforcement and circular economy solutions.
Within a week of installing environmental nudges, handwashing with soap among students rose to 61% from 15%.
Resilient health systems, early warning tools, and community safeguards can reduce chronic heat risks and protect vulnerable populations.
Rehabilitating natural systems with green infrastructure is key to building sustainability and resilience to climate change in urban areas.
A new regional platform will connect countries to transform shared experiences into action, advancing inclusive, sustainable health reforms.
Accelerating universal access to water and sanitation is critical to preventing and managing future health crises.
Early warning is most effective when governance, data, and protocols align, helping health systems act earlier on climate-sensitive risks.