Technological progress, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI), is transforming the workplace more rapidly and significantly than ever before across demographic groups. While AI can provide fast…
An economy on the move
LITERACY rates in Cambodia are around 88 per cent. Female labour force participation rates are around 74pc — one of the highest in the region. Contrast this with Pakistan. Our literacy rate is less th…
“Was the revolution worth it?”: After Hasina, Bangladesh stands at a crossroads
It has now been more than a year since the rule of Sheikh Hasina, Asia’s longest-serving autocrat, came to an end amid deadly student-led protests, and many people in Bangladesh are impatient for a go…
Vietnam Future Economy Summit to outline strategies for sustainable growth
Vietnam ’s fast-growth story is entering a tougher chapter. Global uncertainty, from US tariff pressure to shifting monetary policies and volatile capital flows, is testing the resilience of the South…
Digital impact bonds could broaden sustainable finance
Digital bonds could play a greater role in financing verified impact and help to close the US$6trn per year annual climate and nature finance gap, according to the Green Digital Finance Alliance. R…
Sri Lanka’s Economic Recovery: From Meltdown to Rebound
In 2022, Sri Lanka became the first Indo-Pacific country in decades to default on its external debt, triggering an economic collapse that pushed millions below the poverty line. Inflation surged past …
Nepal Receives $9.4 Million for Forest Carbon Credits Under the Forest Carbon Partnership Facility
Nepal has received a payment of $9.4 million from the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) for reducing approximately 1.88 million tons of carbon dioxide under its REDD+ Emission Red…
Malaysian palm oil industry plays crucial role in achieving net zero targets
The Malaysian palm oil industry has long practised zero waste principles by turning agricultural waste into useful resources, which also prevents carbon emissions from decomposition of waste. Whether …
Indonesia to Start Road Tests on B50 Palm Blend in December
Indonesia will start road safety tests for its planned B50 biofuel program early next month and may limit its initial use to the public sector due to concerns over palm oil supplies. Indonesia will st…
IMF Flags Sharp Slowdown in Bangladesh Economy After Hasina’s Ouster
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