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In the People’s Republic of China, a study shows pension income in rural areas improves economic independence and health of older people.
Gender-targeted strategies are needed to improve health care for women under India’s universal medical insurance program.
A study from India shows low- and middle-income countries must improve economic evaluations of health interventions to reduce chronic disease burden.
A gender equality index for Mongolia’s higher education sector illuminates how tailored evaluation strategies can help improve education and equality.
Public finance, blue bonds, and marine protection tools can reduce risk and mobilize private capital.
The convergence of national capability formation, institutional capacity building, and regional cooperation can expand human potential.
Large-scale reversal of deforestation can be achieved through effective interventions and finance mechanisms that support conservation initiatives.
Large-scale and youth-targeted government policies can mitigate the short- and long-term impacts of the COVID-19 crisis on youth employment in Asia.
Meaningful CSO engagement is central to improving the inclusivity, accountability, and sustainability of water projects.
Act early, act together, and act wisely—so AI amplifies human aspiration rather than undermines social cohesion and development.