Global survey points to progress on financial inclusion but stubborn gender gaps in Asia
Asia has seen steady overall progress on financial inclusion, but gender gaps are still growing in some countries.
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Reimagining South Asia’s electricity system amid growing energy market volatility
Regional collaboration can help to alleviate South Asia’s energy security challenges, which have been compounded by rising oil and gas prices, inflation, prospective food deprivation, and food protectionism.
Rail routes offer boost to India–Bangladesh cross-border trade
The limited operation of land ports during the pandemic has increased demand for the transport of goods through railways.
Preparing Southeast Asia’s youth to enter the digital economy
Despite more jobs being created in the digital economy, Southeast Asian youth face a lack of preparedness coupled with a drop in employment due to the pandemic.
Protecting victims of climate-induced migration and displacement in South Asia
South Asia is home to a quarter of the world’s population and is extremely susceptible to climate change-induced displacement and migration.
Unconventional monetary policy in Southeast Asia eased market turmoil during COVID-19
Quantitative easing measures in Southeast Asia helped to alleviate pressure on long-term bond yields and support stability in asset markets.
How to meet Asia’s post-COVID-19 water and sanitation investment needs
Governments in developing Asia should adopt practical interventions to maximize the effectiveness of new and existing sources of funding for water and sanitation.
Fixing the agriculture–climate change maladaptation information gap
Further research is needed on the risks associated with adaptation measures that can increase current or future vulnerability to climate change.
Digital governance can unlock connectivity potential and transformation
Digital governance incorporates new norms, rules, and processes to achieve efficiency and effectiveness in government functions for all stakeholders.
Plunging yen hit by widening interest rate differentials and rising commodity prices
The yen’s safe-haven status has been called into question after sharp depreciations amid rising energy prices and widening global interest rate differentials relative to Japan.