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Mobilizing private capital for the water sector requires a strong regulatory environment, sound risk management, and financial sustainability.
India should create city-level economic visions, integrate master planning with economic goals, and ensure that a business-friendly regulatory environment extends to local levels.
In Nepal, a project looked at how biochar can improve soil health and crop yields and reduce the importation of carbon-intensive farm inputs.
Asia’s cities need innovative solutions to manage increasing volumes of waste.
Increased road crashes linked to motorcycles call for improving policies on their use for public transport and logistics.
Putting resources toward specialized training, mentoring and confidence building is a successful formula for giving greater voice to women in the countryside.
Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands used foresight tools to plan low-carbon, resilient transport systems and manage future uncertainties.
New treaty standards give developing economies stronger taxing rights over resource activities and align policies with global sustainability goals.
The principle of reciprocity in multilateral trade negotiations can unlock benefits to developing countries.
Relocating communal spaces, supported by inclusive dialogue, helps safeguard community bonds and cultural continuity.