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BIMP-EAGA

BIMP-EAGA

The Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area, or BIMP-EAGA, is a cooperation initiative established in 1994 to spur development in remote and less developed areas in the four participating Southeast Asian countries.

The ASEAN Catalytic Green Finance Facility is supporting the recently approved sustainable transport project EDSA Greenways in the Philippines. Photo credit: ADB.
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What Is the Green Recovery Program in Southeast Asia?

ASEAN plans to build back cleaner after COVID-19 by investing in sustainable transport, clean energy, and low-carbon agriculture.
Vaccination reduces risks of getting a disease. Photo credit: ADB.
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COVID-19 Vaccination: Leave No One Behind

Here's why a combination of international, regional, and national initiatives is needed to ensure that no one is left behind.
Earth observation solutions can help farmers monitor and manage their fields to improve crop production. Photo credit: ADB
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5 Ways Earth Observation Solutions Are Helping the Planet

From managing crops and water resources to flood risk and geohazard mapping, earth observation solutions have helped countries address development challenges.
Climate Bonds Initiative considers the Philippines as a leader in green finance in Southeast Asia because of a growing portfolio of green bonds and infrastructure. Photo credit: ADB.
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The Philippines Grows Its Green Finance Market

A report examines initiatives to promote green finance and recommends measures to attract more investments in green infrastructure.
Lack of clean water will make it difficult for people to wash their hands frequently to prevent COVID-19 infection. Photo credit: iStock/Dzaqi Akbar.
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Preparing for Drought during a Pandemic

A UNESCAP–ASEAN report urges policy makers to include climate action and adaption in COVID-19 stimulus packages.
The MOU covers the ASEAN List of Essential Goods, which covers mostly medicines and medical supplies and also includes soaps, disinfectants, and face masks. Photo credit: ADB.
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ASEAN Removes Trade Barriers on Medicines and Other Essential Goods

Ten countries in Southeast Asia are removing restrictions on intraregional trade of medicines and other goods needed to fight COVID-19.
The Philippines' cacao output remains far below the target of 100,000 metric tons by 2022. Photo credit: iStock/Narong KHUEANKAEW.
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Finding Gold in Cacao

The development of agricultural value chains can help turn cacao into a cash crop for farmers in the southern Philippines.
SMEs are the backbone of ASEAN economies and employ more than 50% of workers in member countries. Photo credit: ADB.
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Helping SMEs Bounce Back from COVID-19

Apart from financial assistance, SMEs also need support navigating a business environment changed by the pandemic.
Through e-commerce, some stores have remained in business and have found ways to provide customers with a safe and convenient way to shop during the pandemic. Photo credit: iStock/SARINYAPINNGAM.
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Advice for SMEs: Look for Opportunities from the Pandemic

SMEs should look beyond the dangers presented by COVID-19.
With the push for digital economy becoming more urgent, some initiatives now allow farmers to connect directly with consumers. Photo credit: iStock/Pramote2015.
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How COVID-19 Is Spurring Digital Transformation

The pandemic has accelerated the push towards digital as the world scrambles to cope with the crisis.