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    Cocoa farmer Bui Thi Lien collecting wet beans from cocoa pods. Photo credit: Courtesy of SWITCH-Asia.

    Circular Economy in Action: Pioneering Sustainable Cocoa Value Chains in Viet Nam

    To remain competitive in a "green" global market, the country's cocoa sector must move beyond just selling beans; it must adopt a holistic, regenerative approach.

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    Rush hour at EDSA in Metro Manila. Photo credit: ADB.

    ASEAN Has the Means to Curb Air Pollution. The Challenge Is Implementation

    Many cities in the region already have policies in place, but enforcement is weak and institutional responsibilities are fragmented, leading to limited impact.

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    Graphics illustration of artificial intelligence. Photo credit: iStock/wildpixel.

    Why Southeast Asia’s AI Future Depends on the Nonprofit Sector

    Nonprofits play a vital role in building trust and translating AI innovation into real-world impact, particularly for underserved communities.

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    T'boli weavers of Tinalak fabric in Mindanao. Photo credit: ADB.

    Helping Small Businesses to Better Manage Trade through AEO Accreditation

    An ADB-supported initiative will enhance national Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programs in BIMP-EAGA and make them more accessible to MSMEs.

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    Divers in Sarawak. Photo courtesy of Sarawak Tourism Board.

    How Subregional Cooperation Programs Help Bolster ASEAN Tourism

    Four subregional platforms help facilitate cross-border travel, marketing, and infrastructure coordination.

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    Port workers. Photo credit: ADB.

    Sustainability and Social License: What Ports Need to Know

    A structured approach to identifying what matters most is helping ports build trust, align stakeholders, and deliver on their sustainability commitments.

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