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The Asian Development Bank examines prospects to ramp up efforts for greater utilization of demand-side energy efficiency in Asia and the Pacific.
Malaysia has made outstanding progress in reducing extreme monetary poverty.
The internet has shown a great advantage in the integration, transformation, and upgrading of the People’s Republic of China’s rural economy, especially in the agriculture industry chain.
Digital technology is a game changer in reducing remittance costs between overseas workers and developing countries in Asia.
A district heating project taps the help of private sector companies to promote higher energy efficiency and lower emissions.
In the Republic of Korea, modular homes assembled like LEGO units are being developed as a response to the growing need for small to mid-size housing.
Gender strategy and workplace policies are advancing safer workplaces, expanding STEM education for girls, and strengthening energy sector reforms.
In Kazakhstan, infection among workers at a road upgrading project was avoided because good occupational safety and health measures were in place.
Consultations with stakeholders helped create a well-rounded sustainable and consumption action plan with broad support.
Tailored development approaches are the key to improving livelihoods and resilience in small islands states and countries affected by fragility or conflict.