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Rethinking Public Debt in Asia as Positive Investment in Sustainable Development
April 04, 2023

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
April 04, 2023

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
April 05, 2021

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.

Sustainable Development Goals Can Guide Asia-Pacific To Build Back Better
March 17, 2021

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
September 05, 2019

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?
October 24, 2018

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
October 08, 2018

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
August 24, 2018

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'
October 30, 2017

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?
July 13, 2017

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.

EXPO 2017 in Astana Will Contribute to Global Sustainable Development 
June 29, 2017

EXPO 2017 in Astana Will Contribute to Global Sustainable Development 

By Kairat Abdrakhmanov
"Staging such an important exhibition in Kazakhstan will accelerate our transition to a modern and sustainable economy."
Financing for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future in Asia
April 28, 2017

Financing for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future in Asia

By Shamshad Akhtar
As policymakers meet to brainstorm this week, priorities are on domestic, sustainable, and inclusive financial measures.

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