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To preserve lives and revive the economy, countries need to plan ahead to secure sufficient supplies of the future COVID-19 vaccine.

Despite welcome progress on universal access to electricity, the transition to renewable energy is faltering at a time when multiple shocks are hitting Asia and the Pacific hard.

This piece highlights how sustainable tourism development can support the empowerment of women and minorities.  

Investments should seek to strengthen women’s capacities to anticipate, absorb, and adapt to the impacts of natural hazards and climate change and contribute to sustainable development. 

The Maldives is adopting advanced low-carbon technologies to reduce emissions and diesel imports with the help of the Japan Fund for the Joint Crediting Mechanism.

The Almaty-Bishkek Regional Road Rehabilitation Project enhanced cross-country connections between Almaty and Bishkek to support regional connectivity and trade in Central Asia.

Granular socioeconomic data assists digital nomads make informed decisions about their destinations and helps policymakers address disparities and foster growth.

Involving forest users in managing and conserving resources while strengthening value chains help curb illegal logging and forest fires.

Gaps in response funding immediately after disaster can now be addressed through a new form of insurance.

Harmonization of transportation and customs policies will boost the corridor’s potential as an alternative trade route between Asia and Europe.