The 2024 Regional Cooperation and Integration Conference highlights the urgency for a more harmonized approach to developing the critical minerals sector in Asia and the Pacific and of establishing ...

Even as a number of developing countries have been able to reap the export opportunities presented by the rise of global value chains (GVCs), Nepal’s export performance remains dismal. We examine the ...

Social protection is defined as the set of policies and programs designed to reduce poverty and vulnerability by promoting efficient labor markets, diminishing people's exposure to risks, and ...

By utilizing detailed firm-level and customs data, the results show that foreign direct investment (FDI) in Viet Nam is geographically concentrated in the northern, central, and southern regions with ...

This plan outlines the Asian Development Bank’s enhanced support during 2022–2024 toward conserving and restoring ocean health and resilience and building a stronger blue economy for Asia and the ...

The rapid growth of China Railway Express has spurred collaboration among various players along the rail value chain between the People's Republic of China and the European Union. We delve into the ...

The 2023 Trade Finance Gaps, Growth, and Jobs Survey indicates that the global trade finance gap reached $2.5 trillion in 2022, impacting economic growth and development.

It argues that a green recovery is critical for Southeast Asia to reduce the risk of future pandemics, address climate change, create jobs, increase competitiveness, and achieve the Sustainable ...

This study analyzes gender gaps in Asia and the Pacific’s labor market and shows why removing the barriers preventing women accessing decent work, increasing pay, and improving working conditions can ...

It analyzes tax management frameworks in the region, explains why high levels of uncollectable debt are cause of concern, and recommends revenue bodies develop effective systemic strategies to tackle ...

Designed to help governments and development partners identify and address barriers, it offers a subregional breakdown and underscores the need for equitable access to funds to help countries meet ...

This report analyzes the potential for Nepal to transform its western Sudurpaschim Province into a sustainable tourism destination by stepping up investment in infrastructure and connectivity to ...