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	Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (APVAX) Philippines. Distribution, preparations and vaccination in The Tent in Las Pinas, Caloocan City. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

ASEAN Takes a Proactive Approach to Disaster Risk Reduction

June 08, 2022

This strategy entails data-driven risk management, increased financial resiliency, resilient infrastructure, and ecosystem-based solutions.
Batam State Polytechnic in Indonesia. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

How Big Data Can Open $100 Billion in Opportunities in Southeast Asia

May 25, 2022

Big data applications can enhance the delivery of education, health, and social welfare services and speed up recovery from the pandemic.
At a vaccination hub in the Philippines. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

ASEAN to Develop One System for Verifying Vaccinated Travelers

May 24, 2022

Health ministers agree to work toward mutual recognition of COVID-19 vaccination certificates in the region.
Tourists exploring the Bako National Park in Sarawak.

Sarawak Tourism Board Launches Digital Platform to Spur Tourism

May 23, 2022

The initiative is seen to allow tourism stakeholders to create more informed strategies and develop more targeted products.
Man playing traditional musical instrument sape.

Sarawak’s Rainforest World Music Festival Returns in June

May 17, 2022

The concert will be held at the Sarawak Cultural Village and streamed live.
People lining up for tickets for an amusement park ride.

Putting Mindanao on the Path to a Resilient Recovery

May 17, 2022

A UNDP–MinDA study assesses COVID-19 impact and identifies actions to reach peace and development goals.
Upgrading the garment sector—a significant employer of women—is critical. Photo credit: ADB.

Targeted Support for Growth Sectors Can Boost Post-Pandemic Recovery

May 16, 2022

Studies show continuing pandemic policy support and tapping new drivers of growth will be critical in sustaining a resilient recovery.
Women lining up for food relief in Sulu, Mindanao.

Asia–Pacific Needs to ‘Build Forward Fairer’ as It Faces Inequality Pandemic

April 22, 2022

A United Nations report prescribes more investments in health care, education, and social protection and mobilizing central banks to support inclusive growth.
Young students wait outside their classroom in Mindanao. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

Southeast Asia Prepares for the Safe Reopening of Schools and Future Disruptions

May 03, 2022

An ASEAN policy brief provides immediate and long-term strategies to recover learning losses and make schools more resilient to shocks.
Sabah Rural Tourism

Sabah Nurtures Rural Tourism with the Help of Local Communities

May 03, 2022

Among the destinations being developed are the Bingkor township in Sabah’s interior and Kadamaian in the West Coast.