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5 Ways Earth Observation Solutions Are Helping the Planet

March 01, 2024

From managing crops and water resources to flood risk and geohazard mapping, earth observation solutions have helped countries address development challenges.
Greater Mekong Subregion Sustainable Tourism Development Project. Photo credit: ADB.

ASEAN Charts a Sustainable Path for Tourism

February 09, 2024

Tourism ministers in Southeast Asia have endorsed a holistic and long-term strategic plan to guide the sustainable development of the tourism industry.
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How an Innovative Insurance Product Can Protect Coral Reefs

February 06, 2024

With parametric insurance, payouts can be made immediately after a typhoon, making it an effective tool to fund the rapid emergency restoration of coral reefs post damage.
Trekkers exploring Mt. Kinabalu in Sabah.

Sabah Tops 2023 Tourism Target, Sets More Ambitious Goal This Year

February 01, 2024

To meet this year's target of 2.8 million arrivals, the state aims to develop quality tourism products and services.
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8 Things to Know about Nusantara’s Net-Zero Strategy

January 26, 2024

The capital is the first city in Indonesia to have a roadmap to achieve net zero by 2045.
Community members helping to bring in a fishing haul from the shore.

Ocean-Based Climate Action Can Bring Indonesia Closer to Net Zero

January 18, 2024

Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Maluku, and Papua have untapped ocean resources that could help the country meet and raise its climate ambition.
An agricultural worker surveys seedlings inside a greenhouse in the Philippines. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

Korean-Backed BIMP-EAGA Fund Opens Fourth Grant Cycle

January 11, 2024

Maximum grant award is increased to $500,000.
Warehouse distribution and logistics hub. Photo credit: iStock/Kamonchai Mattakulphon.

Investors Favor Southeast Asia as Economic Landscape Changes

January 10, 2024

Foreign direct investment flows to the region hit a record $224 billion in 2022.
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Sarawak to Export Green Hydrogen by 2030

December 21, 2023

In partnership with Japanese companies, Sarawak's SEDC Energy will develop a clean hydrogen supply chain with production facilities in the coastal town of Bintulu.
 Aerial drone photo of Kuala Lumpur. Photo credit: iStock/Alexpunker.

The Rise of Islamic Finance Hubs: Opportunities for BIMP-EAGA

December 20, 2023

The subregion is well positioned to cater to the growing global appetite for Shari’ah-compliant financing.