Key Growth Trends for SMEs in Asia Pacific
A recent study by FedEx Express in partnership with Forbes Insights paints a promising picture for SMEs in Asia Pacific.... Read more
Southeast Asia
Blue Economy
ASEAN countries have potentials in developing blue economy to support sustainable development.... Read more
FAO Shares Recommendation for Wildlife-Human Interaction in the Asia-Pacific
Through its recent publication, FAO emphasizes the importance of preserving the balance of the wildlife-human nexus.... Read more
New Monitoring and Evaluation System for Social and Cultural Progress in Southeast Asia
The ADME System will improve the collection and measurement of social and cultural progress for more comprehensive and strategic decision-making.... Read more
ADB-Lao PDR New Partnership for Economic Resilience
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) launched a five-year partnership strategy for Lao PDR to support its economic resilience.... Read more
Exploring Thematic Bonds and Sukuk to Finance Climate Action and SDGs in Indonesia
UNDP Indonesia published a knowledge brief on thematic bonds and sukuk as ways to finance climate action and sustainable development.... Read more
SMART-NTU’s New Method to Measure Peatlands’ Carbon Storage and Condition
The new method by the SMART-NTU team aims to calculate the amount of carbon that can be stored in raised peatlands, also known as bogs.... Read more
Improving the Participation of Women in STEM
Improving the participation of women in STEM is a necessary step in creating progress toward sustainable development.... Read more
ISSB’s New Standards for ESG Reports: Adoption Progress in Southeast Asia
In June 2023, the International Sustainability Standard Board (ISSB) issued new standards for ESG reports. ... Read more
How Ageing Population Affects the Retirement Age Increase
As the population of older people increases, people might need to work longer as the retirement age is set to increase in many countries.... Read more