How Digital Technology Can Raise Tax Revenue in Asia-Pacific
Asian economies are gradually making progress in transforming their tax administration in the digital age.
Managing Resettlement in PNG: 3 Best Practices
Here are a few lessons learned about compensation for involuntary resettlement in Papua New Guinea land acquisition.
How Australia and ADB Support Development Across Asia and the Pacific
Australia and ADB share common objectives and interests which provide a basis for strong and lasting collaboration for development, explains Vice-President Stephen Groff.
Creating Open, Honest Government Through Blockchain
If the technology continues to evolve, blockchain can help eliminate mistrust in public records and government transactions.
Time to Dismantle Legal Barriers to Climate Finance in Asia-Pacific
Most developing countries are ill equipped to handle an influx of international climate finance. Fiji and Lao PDR, though, are making progress.
Not Too Strict, Not Too Loose – Keeping Fiscal Rules on Target
ADB research on how to strengthen India’s fiscal rules yields multiple recommendations for other countries in developing Asia.
Georgian Youth’s Big Hope for the Future
If the tourism industry becomes truly sustainable, Georgian youth will have a reason to stay in their regions, or even return to them from Tbilisi.
Pacific Needs a Voice in International Arbitration
The region cannot afford further delays on legal reforms to lure much-needed foreign investment.
Assessing the Impact of GST on Living Costs of Indian Households
The effect of India’s new Goods and Service Tax has so far been limited on households’ cost of living.
To Mobilize Communities in Vanuatu, Talk to the Chiefs
CSOs’ presence on the ground has developed their ability to work with community chiefs under the customary system.