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Progressive urban governance and planning reforms are required for cities to deliver the economic and social benefits of urbanization.
Data products such as the Key Indicators series are crucial to evidence-based policymaking.
Promoting responsible lending practices on online peer-to-peer platforms builds market trust and deters the need for further regulation.
Two of five adults in the Asia and Pacific region are overweight or obese and the costs associated with these conditions undermine economic growth as well as the achievement of the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, particularly on health.
Ciclovia, Bogota's car-free days, has inspired more than 100 cities to make space for walking and cycling to improve public health and the environment.
Bioplastics industry development hinges on strategic direction and vision, environmental sustainability, and better waste management.
An urban housing project in India is using carefully sequenced interventions to help climate-vulnerable households relocate to safe areas and sustainably rebuild their lives.
An index that measures the degree of regional integration in Central Asia will help identify policy gaps and measures to enhance economic cooperation.
Youth-focused programs and digital tools are creating accessible, effective pathways to mental well-being.
Without proper valuation, natural assets’ scarcity remains economically invisible, leading to their exploitation for short-term gains.