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Explore insights on solutions, case studies, best practices, and innovations addressing development challenges facing countries across Southeast Asia.  

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High-value horticulture in Viet Nam
To sustain tourism’s recovery, ASEAN member states are implementing more robust policies and initiatives, including relaxing visa application processes for international travelers and diversification of tourism offerings. Photo credit: iStock/Vatanika Chanachai.

Member countries vow enhanced collaboration to boost sector noting its importance to the region’s economy.

About 58% of people in Asia–Pacific are excited about AI’s potential but only 15% have received AI training and most are unaware this type of training exists, according to a new report from AVPN. Photo credit: ADB.

A total of 49 social impact organizations will receive funding from a fund aiming to help the region's workforce unlock the opportunities of AI.

Women entrepreneurs across the globe face a $1.7-trillion finance gap. Photo credit: ADB.

Providing tailored green financing, deploying technology and bridging the digital divide, and ensuring a supportive environment with the right policies are key.

Research shows women-owned enterprises are less likely to adopt new technologies and digital platforms.

While some progress has been made in closing social disparities across the globe, women still have unequal access to opportunities and resources compared to men.

Target households in Surigao del Norte receive Solar Cloudgrid units. Photos courtesy of Light of Hope PH.

A project supported by the BIMP-EAGA–Republic of Korea Cooperation Fund is giving low-income families in disaster-prone areas access to clean, affordable energy.

Free short-term training helps mom-of-two retool and leave a low-paying job.