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Close cooperation between civil groups and authorities is needed to make the streets more walkable and safe for pedestrians.
Transport is a key development priority for Solomon Islands, with its population scattered across more than 900 small islands.
Paving roads with fiber-reinforced asphalt mixture and using a pothole detection technology can help keep roads safe and pothole free.
A study looks at how countries can mobilize sustainable financing to reduce vulnerability among the poor and provide them access to social protection schemes.
Increased availability of data and computing power have made it possible to set parameters beforehand that will trigger insurance coverage for a variety of risks.
Entry points for interventions include increasing access to quality seeds and materials, enhancing value chains, and promoting best practices through regional projects.
Blockchain has the potential to help emerging markets broaden the benefits of rapid growth.
In Medellin city, Colombia, cable cars have helped enhance mobility for marginalized neighborhoods, reduce pollution, and improve quality of life.
Mobilizing private capital for the water sector requires a strong regulatory environment, sound risk management, and financial sustainability.
In Australia, the private sector is working with regulators to maximize the benefits of blockchain technology and minimize its risks.