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Statisticians use satellite images of Earth’s night lights to measure social and economic activity.
A high poverty rate among older persons in the Republic of Korea calls for better pension services and welfare programs.
In Seoul, commuters use a smart card to pay for travel on any mode of public transport.
In the Indian city of Mangalore, the local government partnered with private companies to modernize the sewage system and turn wastewater into a valuable asset.
Building a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship starts in school.
Establish an internal risk management system, implement concrete strategies, enhance governance structure, and strengthen information disclosure.
Under this program, the Republic of Korea will complement the savings of qualified young Koreans.
Inclusive insurance, backed by innovation, partnerships, and policy reform, can close protection gaps and promote equitable financial growth.
An award-winning project in Bhutan seeks 100% rural electrification and revenue from energy exports using clean energy from hydropower resources.
Economic incentives push producers and consumers to use resources more efficiently and reduce environmental costs as well as spur innovative practices.