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Asia may have survived the 2008 global economic crisis, but it’s not out of the woods yet. Here are five things the region’s financial systems must address to withstand the next big shock.
A study shows the planned railway will increase access to more and better jobs in 48 cities and municipalities in Metro Manila and Southern Luzon.
An evaluation of possible project impacts helps preserve culturally and environmentally important sites and protect nearby communities.
Recovery interventions should provide not only economic stimulus but also address climate and disaster risk to ensure that gains are sustained.
Modernizing farming methods, establishing greenhouse farms, and improving post-harvest management can mitigate the adverse effects of climate change and enhance food security.
Tablet devices and smartphones can be used to improve learning in public schools by providing real-time data on performance of teachers and students.
Generative AI has the potential to improve community resilience with careful yet optimistic approach in promoting health interventions.
In India, auctions were found to be better than regulator-designed tariffs in determining the procurement price for solar-generated electricity.
A pilot project in the Philippines will demonstrate how irrigation canals can be used in producing clean and reliable energy off the grid.
A smart management system can improve supply and lower cost with its efficient detection and management of water leaks and overflow.