Local government leaders flex political muscle as they lean on technology and tap green financing and other innovative approaches to bolster resilience against climate change and other disruptions.
Tale of Two Islands: How West Java and Penang Stay Resilient amid Climate Change
Local government leaders flex political muscle as they lean on technology and tap green financing and other innovative approaches to bolster resilience against climate change and other disruptions.
Understanding the Equal Distribution of Tourism's Benefits
The industry should look beyond economic aspects, writes Kevin Phun, director at the Centre for Responsible Tourism.
ADB Financing Partners Mobilized $1.1 Billion for Southeast Asian Countries in 2021
The funding supported developing member countries' COVID-19 pandemic response and recovery interventions, says ADB's Partnership Report 2021.
Seasoned Driver with Passion for Computers Turns Web Developer
Shifting careers at any age is not for the faint of heart, but Gazali Ahmad from Singapore took the challenge at 53, armed with the skills he learned from an intensive training course on web development.
Does Indonesia’s Carbon Tax
Have the Power to Trigger a Sustainable Market Shift?
While a remarkable step for Indonesia’s climate goal, the carbon tax needs to be accompanied by sufficient renewable energy alternatives and low-emission technology for it to create incentives to reduce emissions.
Inclusive Education in Asia: Myth or Reality?
While many Southeast Asian nations have aggressively shifted into the digital economy, when it comes to education, the advances are not reaching all places and groups at the same rate.
5 Ways Companies Can Become More Sustainable
Encouraging staff to eat more sustainably, switching to LED lights, and using more environment-friendly printers are just among the simple ways companies can become greener.
$3-Million Asia Seed Fund Unveiled to Fight Climate Change, Drive Sustainability
Set up by AVPN, with support from Google,org and ADB, the seed fund will finance innovative tech-driven solutions championed by nonprofit organizations in Asia Pacific.
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The funding supported developing member countries' COVID-19 pandemic response and recovery interventions, says ADB's Partnership Report 2021.
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Set up by AVPN, with support from Google,org and ADB, the seed fund will finance innovative tech-driven solutions championed by nonprofit organizations in Asia Pacific.
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This report reviews the different strategies Southeast Asian countries employed in mobile-assisted language learning and teaching.
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This study analyzes the inclusive education landscape in ASEAN amid the pandemic and provides policy recommendations to improve inclusive education systems in the region.
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This report highlights why Southeast Asian countries need to design pandemic recovery policies that balance socioeconomic gains with environmental sustainability.
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The industry should look beyond economic aspects, writes Kevin Phun, director at the Centre for Responsible Tourism.
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Midcareer shift made possible through an intensive training bootcamp on website development.
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This report highlights the work of ADB and its partners in cofinancing development work in 2021, balancing the need to address short-term COVID-19 response with ensuring longer-term pandemic recovery.
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The country's carbon tax initiative is a remarkable stepping stone but may not be enough, writes Petra Christi, a business analyst at Climateworks Centre.
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Big data applications can enhance the delivery of education, health, and social welfare services and speed up recovery from the pandemic.
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While many Southeast Asian nations have aggressively shifted into the digital economy, when it comes to education, the advances are not reaching all places and groups at the same rate.
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Health ministers agree to work toward mutual recognition of COVID-19 vaccination certificates in the region.
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Encouraging staff to eat more sustainably, switching to LED lights, and using more environment-friendly printers are just among the simple ways companies can become greener.
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This report analyzes the positive and negative impacts of shifting to electric vehicles from internal combustion engines vehicles.
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The film will have its global premiere on World Environment Day on 5 June.
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Gender cannot be an afterthought if we want livable, inclusive cities, says Catherine Grant, gender equality and social inclusion expert at Ramboll.
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In this podcast from news website TechSauce, Jason Pau, program lead of 10x1000, talks about building a talent pool for the fintech sector.
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As the world confronts three planetary crises—climate change, nature and biodiversity loss, and pollution and waste—choosing a future that is green and sustainable has become urgent.
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Studies show continuing pandemic policy support and tapping new drivers of growth will be critical in sustaining a resilient recovery.
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This report analyzes the results of a global survey–the first of its kind—of thousands of individuals aged 45–60 seeking or working in entry-level and intermediate roles, and of the employers who hire them.
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An ASEAN policy brief provides immediate and long-term strategies to recover learning losses and make schools more resilient to shocks.
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Using technology like artificial intelligence to gather data and insights can ensure the right content around vaccinations reaches the right audience, at the right time.
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While there is no playbook on how to restart the travel engine, there are opportunities to streamline measures while respecting practical risk mitigation considerations, PATA CEO Liz Ortiguera says in a blog post.
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This op-ed from ERIA examines what G20 can do to advance digital transformation and digital trade.
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The project will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by an estimated 18,900 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent a year.
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This report looks at the region's economic outlook for 2022 and assesses risks facing countries.
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This report proposes reforms in five key sectors to support the region's COVID-19 economic recovery and drive sustainable, broad-based growth.
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This brief discusses the potential benefits of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership agreement and provides recommendations on how to maximize its potential.
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Sand must be recognized as a strategic resource, not only as a material for construction, but also for its multiple roles in the environment.
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The goal is to rapidly mobilize private funds as capital is not flowing at the scale required.
As regulation tightens and social pressure increases, Refinitv takes a look at the past, the present, and the future for companies implementing ESG compliance programs.
With the pandemic amplifying the inequalities plaguing the region, it has become more urgent to adopt inclusive solutions to build back better.
Spotlight
Southeast Asia Sustainable Tourism Hub
With Southeast Asia’s tourism industry still reeling from the impact of COVID-19, ADB is increasing its support for investments, capacity development, and knowledge to accelerate an inclusive and sustainable recovery.
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This report proposes reforms in five key sectors to support the region's COVID-19 economic recovery and drive sustainable, broad-based growth.
This report examines the economic outlook of developing Asia amid global turbulence and lingering effects of the pandemic.
This brief discusses the potential benefits of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership agreement and provides recommendations on how to maximize its potential.
Webinars
In this webinar co-organized by ADB SEADS and AMRO, experts examined growth drivers that can propel ASEAN+3 economies to recovery amid global headwinds.
Co-hosted by ADB SEADS and Refinitiv, this webinar examined ASEAN's economic outlook in the wake of the pandemic.
This webinar explored tools, such as the development of vaccines, new drugs, as well as a range of solutions to tackle antimicrobial resistance.
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Better Local Business Environments for Pandemic Recovery in Southeast Asia
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Unpacking the RCEP Agreement: Investment
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What is SEADS?
The Southeast Asia Development Solutions—SEADS—is a knowledge and innovation platform under the Asian Development Bank. In tandem with its partner program, the Southeast Asia Development Symposium, SEADS aims to help crystallize thinking on relevant and critical issues in the region, and support countries in becoming prosperous, knowledge-based, and sustainable.
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INNOVATIONS
Discover the latest cutting-edge breakthroughs that can help countries tackle pressing challenges.
SOLUTIONS
Hear from leading minds and trailblazers from industry, technology, the public sector, and academia.
CONNECTIONS
Interact with problem-solvers and next-generation thinkers from Southeast Asia and beyond.
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