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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.
To increase sustainability and inclusiveness of growth, Papua New Guinea and Timor-Leste need to look at ways to improve the quality and efficiency of public spending.
Policy reforms critical to building resilience include revamping teacher training and improving quality, relevance, and inclusion in the education sector.
BWRIS and AWS are helping farmers and planners use every drop wisely in Pakistan’s most arid and water-scarce province.
Involving residents from rural communities is key to improve access to markets and commercial areas.
An analysis of socioeconomic indicators shows India is a suitable market for bullet trains.
Replacing an old barrage with advanced technology vastly improved water and flood control, connectivity, and access to essential social services.
The development of transportation infrastructure served as a linchpin of rapid economic growth in the Republic of Korea.
Synergizing the efforts of multiple stakeholders to support digitalization will facilitate circular plastic economy transition in the PRC.
Effective resettlement begins with keeping people at the heart of planning and decision-making.