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The pandemic has called attention to the health and financial well-being of older persons.

Social protection spending and coverage are increasing, yet some countries continue to favor the nonpoor over the poor, and men over women.

Assess preparedness for BEPS minimum standards and the global minimum tax proposal, prioritize tax certainty, and develop capacities to address international tax avoidance and treaty abuse.

The Sri Lanka Southern Transport Development Project offers lessons in implementing large infrastructure projects involving multiple development partners and affecting many people and communities.

Inclusive digitalization involves expanding ICT access, adopting user-centric digital designs, and promoting digital literacy.

In Kazakhstan, infection among workers at a road upgrading project was avoided because good occupational safety and health measures were in place.  

Sustainable energy is about more than renewables. Challenges will remain in financing and maintaining energy systems, even after the clean-energy transition is complete.

A study looks at the costs of overloading and how improved policies and enforcement can give an economic boost to Mekong countries.

Proven solutions include digitizing paperwork, integrating databases, using smart cards and digital payments, and transmitting emergency assistance via mobile phones. 

Using batteries to store energy can help improve the efficiency and flexibility of power systems that are integrating new and renewable energy sources into the grid.