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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.

Scenario planning enables development teams to test assumptions, surface risks and opportunities, and make better choices under uncertainty.

Despite welcome progress on universal access to electricity, the transition to renewable energy is faltering at a time when multiple shocks are hitting Asia and the Pacific hard.

Satellite data was used in climate proofing water supply and wastewater facilities in Mandalay, Myanmar’s second largest city.

Investing in mental health strengthens human capital, reduces inequality, and drives economic and social gains across sectors.

Performance-informed public spending links budgets to results, fostering trust, building resilience, and promoting inclusive growth in the Philippines.

Early warning is most effective when governance, data, and protocols align, helping health systems act earlier on climate-sensitive risks.

Strengthening leadership pathways, workplace reforms, and training can help address barriers to women’s rise to senior health roles.

Green-gray infrastructure helps confront rising seas for a more resilient future for Fijian communities.

Financial readiness and pre-arranged support reduce delays, protect budgets, and enable faster, more efficient rebuilding.