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A study of nighttime luminosity in Sri Lanka shows an uptake of local economic activities in areas connected by a large-scale road project.
New treaty standards give developing economies stronger taxing rights over resource activities and align policies with global sustainability goals.
In the Solomon Islands, the approach combined short-term actions with low potential for future regret with long-term options for future climate conditions.
ADB’s Triple A initiative empowers atoll nations to tackle climate change and secure a resilient future through transformational adaptation strategies.
Five critical reforms can bolster global health systems against pandemics, climate change, and emerging infectious disease threats.
Cross-sectoral collaboration is essential to tackle the demand for new skill sets in the future.
Harmonization of transportation and customs policies will boost the corridor’s potential as an alternative trade route between Asia and Europe.
Private institutions are creating new ways to learn and access learning tools for people to meet future skills demand.
Implement supportive policies, encourage merchant adoption, and integrate digital payments into public services.
Improved integration of disaster risk data, social registries, and delivery systems can strengthen crisis response.