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The World Food Programme uses cash transfers not just to feed the hungry but also to give people purchasing power to buy locally, helping to boost economies.
In some parts of Africa, there is a bold and direct dialogue between the private and public sector in health care.
Health systems must prioritize sustainable oxygen supply to strengthen routine care and prepare for future pandemics.
Sea level rise will hike coastal flood losses at least 12-fold by 2100. The benefits of adaptation outweigh the costs, providing returns at least 10 times the investments.
The pandemic has called attention to the health and financial well-being of older persons.
River infrastructure projects must consider natural flows in project planning to save aquatic ecosystems and downstream communities.
The Republic of Korea tackles the challenge of revitalizing old neighborhoods while preventing the side effects associated with gentrification.
Long-term policy framework, regulatory alignment, and smart infrastructure may unlock the region’s digital trade potential.
An enabling environment and strong governance lead to better socioeconomic outcomes.
Smart planning and spending improves public services and raises productivity, attracting more private capital and labor and sustaining growth.