Transport

Energy, Environment, Governance and public sector management, Transport

The next steps for meeting nationally determined contributions after COP26

Reductions in emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases (GHG) must be achieved in the coming decades to avoid catastrophic global temperature rises. Limiting global warming to within 1.5°C will require rapid, far-reaching, and unprecedented changes in all sectors. GHG emissions in Asia and the Pacific now account for over 50% of the world’s total.
Balancing the Spillover Effects of High-Speed Rail Infrastructure Investment in Asia
Economics, Infrastructure, Social development and protection, Transport

Balancing the Spillover Effects of High-Speed Rail Infrastructure Investment in Asia

Comprehensive infrastructure projects have proven to be efficient in reducing poverty, community burdens, and production costs and raising competitiveness within and between regions. However, investment in specific forms of infrastructure can help balance the trade-offs between huge infrastructure demand and scarce financial resources, especially in developing countries.
Infrastructure investment key to unlocking greater connectivity in Central Asia
Economics, Industry and trade, Subjects, Transport

Infrastructure investment key to unlocking emerging Asia-Europe trade corridor

Spanning from the People’s Republic of China through Central Asian countries along the Caspian Sea to Europe, the Trans-Caspian Corridor is an increasingly important channel for transportation and cross-border trade. Considerable financing gaps and other challenges must be addressed to meet its rapidly expanding infrastructure needs.
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