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Singapore’s limited land availability did not prevent the National Parks Board from providing open recreational spaces through its Park Connector Network, which converts underused spaces along existing infrastructure into green public spaces that create a sense of openness and livability.
Two Philippine-based technical and vocational education training centers are showing what’s needed to align the skills of workers with the needs of modern automakers.
Guangzhou's Donghaochong Greenway is one of the best examples in the People's Republic of China for improving public space and mobility in a highly populated city.
Singapore is transforming its drainage system into re-naturalized streams and bioswales that enhance urban living.
Investing in mental health strengthens human capital, reduces inequality, and drives economic and social gains across sectors.
Financial readiness and pre-arranged support reduce delays, protect budgets, and enable faster, more efficient rebuilding.
New ADB data underlines the importance of managing public debt effectively as the region emerges from the pandemic amid global uncertainty.
A district heating project taps the help of private sector companies to promote higher energy efficiency and lower emissions.
Water tariff reforms coupled with personnel training, social contracts, and technology updates can make water utilities more efficient.
Circular practices, such as extending a product’s useful life or recycling waste into products, can yield environmental as well as economic benefits.