Search Subscribe
Sign up for our free newsletter and get more of Development Asia delivered to your inbox.
A digital application has helped reduce marine plastic leakage by improving municipal solid waste collection.
In Nepal, a participatory and consensus-based approach proved critical in changing people’s ‘not in my backyard’ attitude toward a municipal project.
Seoul established a quasi-public bus system, restructured routes, created median lanes, built transfer centers, and integrated its fare system to improve service.
Science-based solutions help rural communities manage water resources sustainably and build resilience against climate change impacts.
Real-time data is critical for reopening borders, managing destinations, and for the industry to build back better from the crisis.
A study shows reducing clearance times at Indonesia's Tanjung Priok port in addition to expanding the port will contribute about 1.1% to gross domestic product.
Lessons from the Republic of Korea’s basic skills guarantee policy show how adaptive testing and guidance can ensure learning continuity amid COVID-19.
An analysis of geographic conditions shows bioengineering may be useful in some road and flood control projects to support climate mitigation.
Increasing private sector participation in training can help build employer confidence and prepare graduates for the job market.
Young people identify digitalization, strong participatory processes, and an inclusive labor market as priorities to improve livelihood opportunities amid COVID-19.