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Why Health Matters Most in Solving Air Pollution
Focusing on health outcomes results in holistic solutions across multiple sectors.
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From Green Industry Superhubs to Maritime Hubs, Indonesia Maps Growth Strategy for Eastern Regions
Adopting a tailored approach, Indonesia leans on the strengths of each eastern region to maximize growth potential.
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Improving Private Sector Water Services in Viet Nam
A new loan for the expansion of a key water treatment plant benefits from ADB's project preparation assistance.
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From Generative to Agentic: The Next Phase of AI Adoption for MSMEs
While agentic AI can help businesses manage workflows, it delivers the greatest impact when it complements human decision-making rather than replaces it.
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El Niño Returns—What It Means for Southeast Asia
Heat waves expected, but early action and investing in resilience could prevent or reduce adverse effects.
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Growth Without Compromise: The Case for Sustainable Cruise Ports
Cruise and tourism ports across Southeast Asia can help ensure growing passenger volumes deliver lasting economic, social, and environmental value.
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ASEAN Has the Means to Curb Air Pollution. The Challenge Is Implementation
New ADB study says many cities in the region already have policies, but enforcement is weak and institutional responsibilities are fragmented, leading to limited impact.
Kuamut Rainforest—Malaysia’s First Certified Nature-Based Carbon Project
The annual emission reduction from the Kuamut Rainforest Conservation Project is estimated at more than 800,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent.
Designing a Community-Based Air Quality Monitoring System to Mitigate Air Pollution Health Risks
Thanks to its people-centered design, the system was able to disseminate reliable and timely information on air quality to users.
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