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Experience in India shows a gradual and localized approach based on evidence allows for safer reopening of the economy and reduces infection rates.
Two of five adults in the Asia and Pacific region are overweight or obese and the costs associated with these conditions undermine economic growth as well as the achievement of the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, particularly on health.
The Sri Lanka Southern Transport Development Project offers lessons in implementing large infrastructure projects involving multiple development partners and affecting many people and communities.
Boosting agricultural productivity through technology, training, and better farmer access to markets will enhance food stability.
A project in Chaonan district in the People’s Republic China shows how to improve services in rural areas and small towns with scarce water resources.
Define large businesses, implement comprehensive management of compliance risk, increase public accountability, and improve perceptions of fairness.
FDI-recipient countries show positive growth in productivity but their technology gains depend on absorption capacity.
Build storage facilities, protect local workers, and develop systems to monitor risks.
Invest in innovative and bankable projects to support healthy oceans and resilient, sustainable blue economy sectors.
Harmonize traceability standards and adopt shared digital technologies to boost interoperability in the food supply chain.