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Countries need to build capacity and develop financial solutions for different climate risks, including those that can better address slow-onset events.
Policies should encourage private sector participation in building long-term patient capital to support innovative start-ups.
Managing household debt is becoming increasingly difficult for low-income households.
It is necessary to redesign private pension management fee schemes so companies have incentives to compete and develop better products.
Sustainable farming and efficient water use can enhance high-value crop production and increase farmers’ income even in harsh environments.
Here’s how using credit enhancements and working with commercial banks can increase access to finance for micro and small businesses.
While many inclusive businesses support the concept of gender-inclusivity, much more can be done to ensure that women’s economic empowerment is promoted in the workplace.
Nature-based solutions can prevent the next pandemic.
In Bangladesh, access and use of high-quality primary health care facilities are being improved, particularly for women and girls.
The Asian Development Bank has revised its guidelines for project economic analysis, which help ensure investment decisions are based on economic and efficiency considerations.