How the COVID-19 crisis can spur economic transformation
The pandemic represents a severe challenge for policymakers in Asia. They need a response that will help economies achieve a more efficient and fairer allocation of resources in the economy, enhancing productivity, economic growth and employment.
只有采取正确的措施，边境发展才会带来广泛的经济效益
事实证明，促进人员和货物跨境流动的便利化可以带来广泛的经济效益。但是双方国家都必须做好准备，以利用随之而来的新机遇。
Improved borders can drive broad economic benefits but only if the right measures are taken
Making it easier for people and goods to cross borders has been clearly shown to provide widespread economic benefits. But countries on both sides need to be prepared to take advantage of the new opportunities created.
The COVID-19 dilemma: Public health versus the economy
The tradeoff between lost lives during the pandemic and lost livelihoods is often viewed as an all-or-nothing choice between complete lockdown versus zero restrictions. In reality, a balance can be struck.
How much has COVID-19 turned back Asia’s poverty clock?
Without the right policies and programs, Asia’s poorest people could suffer needlessly as economies bounce back after the pandemic.
新冠疫情让亚洲贫困时钟倒拨了多少？
如果没有正确的政策和计划，在疫情过后经济反弹时，亚洲最贫困人群可能会遭受不必要的影响。
新冠疫情：亚洲经济能够多快复苏？
疫情给亚洲国家和地区的政策制定者提出了挑战。虽然经济复苏的形态尚不明朗，但政府和货币政策主管机关制定的积极政策可以推动经济复苏。
COVID-19: How quickly can Asia bounce back?
The pandemic is challenging policymakers across Asia. The shape of the economic recovery is uncertain but pro-active government and central bank policies can improve outcomes.
Countries in Central and West Asia must avoid a COVID-19 race to the bottom
Governments in Central and West Asia must commit to reforms and get them right, or face a downward spiral. The costs of the crisis are already obvious in rising deficits and debt. There is no room for complacency.
What works to control COVID-19?
An analysis of global responses to the virus indicate that expanding the capacity to test, trace, and isolate potential carriers is effective, as is the expansion of paid sick leave benefits.