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Less developed countries can take advantage of increased talent flows in the region in expanding their “brain network.”

Gender tip sheets make the business case for mainstreaming gender goals into finance, renewable energy, agribusiness, and other private sector projects.

The region needs integrated and holistic policies to push an ambitious agenda that requires capital, innovation, and new business models and mindsets.

Inclusive business models can effectively reduce inequality, helping vulnerable low-income earners get out of poverty.

Investments include water conservation, ecosystem rehabilitation, disaster prevention, and green growth capacity development.

Lessons from the People’s Republic of China and the Asia-Pacific region suggest managing river basins as single ecological units.

Replacing an old barrage with advanced technology vastly improved water and flood control, connectivity, and access to essential social services.

Lessons from Indonesia show young entrepreneurs need mentorship and training, business services and facilities, and post-incubation assistance. 

Water tariff reforms coupled with personnel training, social contracts, and technology updates can make water utilities more efficient.

A national program promotes forest conservation and protection while creating sustainable livelihoods for communities.