Information and communications technology

$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.

Tags: Information and communications technology, Climate change and disaster risk management, Sustainable Development Goals, Finance

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.

Tags: SEADS 2023, ASEAN, Urban development, Information and communications technology, Malaysia, Indonesia, Sustainable Development Goals, Climate change and disaster risk management

Seasoned Driver with Passion for Computers Turns Web Developer

Midcareer shift made possible through an intensive training bootcamp on website development.

Tags: Information and communications technology, Education, Sustainable Development Goals

How Big Data Can Open $100 Billion in Opportunities in Southeast Asia

Big data applications can enhance the delivery of education, health, and social welfare services and speed up recovery from the pandemic.

Tags: Information and communications technology, Sustainable Development Goals, ASEAN, Education, Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Thailand, Governance and public sector management

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.

Tags: Education, Information and communications technology, Cambodia, COVID-19, ASEAN

ASEAN to Develop One System for Verifying Vaccinated Travelers

Health ministers agree to work toward mutual recognition of COVID-19 vaccination certificates in the region.

Tags: Information and communications technology, Health, Tourism, COVID-19, ASEAN

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.

Tags: Information and communications technology, Environment, COVID-19, Private sector development