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Significant risk transfer could free bank capital for productive financing in the Republic of Korea, but only with strong safeguards.
Seoul’s Rainwater Village combines permeable paving, rain gardens, tanks, and resident participation to manage rainfall in dense neighborhoods.
As Sri Lanka’s population ages, many older people in remote hill villages are being left without adequate support, services, or income security.
Public oversight of ESG disclosure is vital to preventing greenwashing and protecting investors until robust legal frameworks are established.
Easing the pension burden in Sri Lanka demands structural reforms and a transition to a contributory model.
Lessons from Greater Mekong Subregion countries can help efforts to develop premium markets for Kazakhstan’s halal lamb meat and Mongolia’s camel wool.
Financial support and credit rehabilitation can help financially vulnerable borrowers to repay their debts amid economic impacts of COVID-19.
By connecting different modes of transportation, interchange stations make mass transit a convenient option for long-distance trips.
Privatization and corporatization can reduce costs, raise productivity, and improve social welfare.
AI is disrupting the social sector, enhancing the way basic services are delivered to the public.