Rubber Plantations Cause More Deforestation Than You Think
A new study reveals a more accurate picture of how rubber plantations in Southeast Asia caused significant deforestation.... Read more
Lawmakers
Strengthening Resilience for Disaster Risk Reduction Amidst Crises
As the world faces multiple crises, supporting and strengthening resilience for disaster risk reduction becomes crucial.... Read more
Malaysia and Indonesia Struggle with Transboundary Haze in Southeast Asia
This year, the transboundary haze hits Southeast Asia, especially Malaysia and Indonesia hard, causing unhealthy levels of air quality.... Read more
Caution Against Prioritizing Carbon Market Above Ecosystem Conservation
Ecologists warn of the dangers of prioritizing tree-planting for the carbon market above biodiversity and ecosystem conservation.... Read more
Indigenous Women in Environmental Destruction Circles in Indonesia
Indigenous women have a key role in preserving traditional knowledge and environmental stewardship by advocating for customary practices to adapt to climate change. Sadly, they lack essential support and protection.... Read more
Health-Environment Nexus: How to support our health and environment simultaneously
Integrated plans and policies are critical in managing the health-environment nexus in Asia and the Pacific.... Read more
Global Implementation of Occupational Safety and Health at Work
Safety and health at work is a worker's right. An ILO report reveals how well nations worldwide address occupational safety and health.
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Strengthening Legal Protection for Indigenous Peoples in Indonesia
Indigenous Peoples in Indonesia need robust legal protection to achieve a safe, healthy, and decent life.... Read more
Forward-Looking Public Policy: Improving Public Policy in Developing Countries
Understanding the problems of policymaking in developing nations helps us create better policies. Here are some key recommendations to improve the making and implementation of public policy in developing countries.... Read more
Blended Finance as Alternative Financing for MSMEs
Innovative Financing Lab under the UN Development Programme (UNDP) published a policy brief titled “Deploying Blended Finance to Broaden Financial Access for MSMEs”.... Read more