Trade Policy Uncertainty is at All-Time Highs—And That’s Bad News
After 500 days of trade conflict, policy uncertainty is growing worldwide and the negative effects are being felt.
How the Right Trade Policies Can Empower Women
Trade can benefit women and girls in a variety of ways, but only if the right policies are put into place
Sustainable Tourism for Sustainable Development
In Asia and throughout the world, tourism is a double-edged sword that brings huge benefits and serious impacts.
The Cook Islands: How One Pacific Country Turned Its Debt Around
Pacific nations, such as the Cook Islands, are coming up with innovative ways to manage national debt during times of economic boom and bust.
Tomorrowland: Applying Futures Studies and Foresight in Policy Dialogue
By reimagining the future we can drive the change we want to see. We can’t change the past, but everything we do now changes the future.
Financing Disaster Relief Through Taxation
As disasters become more frequent and intense in Asia-Pacific, governments can tap into taxes to finance improved resilience.
Strong Institutions Can Nourish Inclusive, Sustainable Green Growth
Just as strong roots are the foundation of strong trees, strong institutions underpin strong and sustainable economies.
Room to Play – The Missing Link in Asian Cities
No matter the urban pressures in Asia and Pacific, governments and their partners must provide spaces for communities to play and interact.
Leveraging Governance for Institution Building: Lessons from Nepal
ADB’s experience in Nepal paves the way to support implementing similar reforms in other fragile Asian countries.
5 Ways Technology is Improving Governance, Public Service Delivery in Developing Asia
India, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand are paving the way for technology to make governance more effective.