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Youth can help address noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) by supporting behavior change efforts and initiatives targeted toward encouraging other youth to make healthier choices.
In Sri Lanka, the rural water sector has benefited from the active role of women in management and operations.
Idling of motor vehicles during wintertime generates greenhouse gas emissions and other air pollutants, but engine block heaters can lessen the negative impact on the environment.
Embracing small business banking opportunities, and tackling operational efficiency, data and technology challenges can help Asian banks weather the storm.
A study shows reducing clearance times at Indonesia's Tanjung Priok port in addition to expanding the port will contribute about 1.1% to gross domestic product.
In Australia, the private sector is working with regulators to maximize the benefits of blockchain technology and minimize its risks.
Policies should foster vibrant start-up ecosystems, enabled by foundational technologies, such as cloud computing.
A study examines how India can increase its trade and investments in the Greater Mekong Subregion by helping small and medium-size enterprises tap into this market.
Among the lessons: Make inclusive investments in education, sanitation, and health in order to avoid enclaves of rich and poor.
A partnership between the government education department and a non-government organization in the Philippines gives a blueprint for improving access to basic education.