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Sustainable Development Goals

Why the SDGs Should Be Revised to Meet the Needs of Indigenous Peoples

Why the SDGs Should Be Revised to Meet the Needs of Indigenous Peoples

By Rithy Bun
Indigenous people have unique needs and backgrounds that are overlooked by the 17 targets outlined by the United Nations.

Can the PIF Leaders’ Meeting Break the Cycle After Another Climate Fund Setback?

Can the PIF Leaders’ Meeting Break the Cycle After Another Climate Fund Setback?

By Isabella Massa and Samory Toure
The PIF Leaders' Meeting is an important chance to jolt the world into action on a climate Loss and Damage Fund after decades of fighting for justice.
Rethinking Public Debt in Asia as Positive Investment in Sustainable Development

Rethinking Public Debt in Asia as Positive Investment in Sustainable Development

By Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana
It is time for a bold shift in thinking about public debt sustainability.

Why Investing in Water Storage Matters in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert

Why Investing in Water Storage Matters in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert

By Bolormaa Purevjav
The country's livestock and mining sectors depend on water. What can Ulaanbaatar do to ensure both have the access they need for decades to come?

COVID-19: A Wake-Up Call to Address Development Fault Lines in Asia and the Pacific

COVID-19: A Wake-Up Call to Address Development Fault Lines in Asia and the Pacific

By Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana
The pandemic widened pre-existing gaps in Asia-Pacific development. It’s high time to address those obvious deficits to commit to a better future.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Sustainable Development Goals Can Guide Asia-Pacific To Build Back Better

Sustainable Development Goals Can Guide Asia-Pacific To Build Back Better

By Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana
The region fell short of its 2020 milestones for the Goals, even before entering the global pandemic. As the Asia-Pacific rebuilds, it must change course.

Building an Inclusive United Nations with Taiwan on Board

Building an Inclusive United Nations with Taiwan on Board

By Jaushieh Joseph Wu
The principles of inclusiveness and leaving no one behind are key to realizing the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
How Can Asia Unleash the Potential of Youth?

How Can Asia Unleash the Potential of Youth?

By Pauline Tamesis
Asian countries like Cambodia need young people's help to create a sustainable future.

Embracing Change and Working Together to Save the Planet

Embracing Change and Working Together to Save the Planet

By Haoliang Xu
From fighting climate change to adapting to the fourth industrial revolution, it will take more than government action to make progress.

Bhutan’s Unique Success in Reducing Poverty

Bhutan’s Unique Success in Reducing Poverty

By Kezang Wangchuk
“If the government cannot create happiness for its people, there is no purpose for the government to exist.”

Asia: From 'Tiger Economies' to 'Tiger Food Systems'

Asia: From 'Tiger Economies' to 'Tiger Food Systems'

By Nila F. Moeloek and Gunhild A. Stordalen
“Tiger food systems” can transform our health and our planet.
Can Laos Clear Its Unexploded Bombs?

Can Laos Clear Its Unexploded Bombs?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The start of a project highlights Vientiane's continuing struggle with the issue even as it receives foreign assistance.

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