A consensus to build back better and greener in the wake of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic emerged among experts and leaders who headlined the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) 3rd Southeast Asia Development Symposium (SEADS) on 16–17 March 2022.

During the 2-day symposium, the experts highlighted the need for structural reforms, inclusive and innovative solutions, and collaboration to sustain Southeast Asia’s growth as countries confront emerging challenges while nursing their economies back to health.

This publication highlights the solutions adopted by governments, industry, civil society, and individuals to address challenges brought on by the pandemic. It also links to session recordings.

Contents

• Overview
• Day 1: Building Back Better
      ° Building Back Better through Inclusive Solutions 
      ° Report Launch: Southeast Asia Rising from the Pandemic
      ° ADB and Partner Sessions
• Day 2: Revitalizing Tourism and Ensuring Cities’ Sustainable Future 
      ° Driving an Inclusive Tourism Recovery in Southeast Asia
      ° The Future of Sustainable Cities  
      ° Deep-Dive Workshops
      ° Southeast Asia Policy Roundtable
  
  Published 27 January 2022.
  Source: Asian Development Bank
  
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