An innovative collaboration sends out a strong message into the world, “Growth is dead, long live growth: The quality of economic growth and why it matters”.
Book launch: “Growth is Dead, Long Live Growth”
Asia and Pacific
Japan’s Aid Manifesto for Own Profits
“Japan will modify the Overseas Development Assistance Charter with more focus on Japan’s national profits, and assertively and strategically use ODA to contribute to international development.”
Small Changes, Big Impact
Born and raised in Coimbatore, young Gayathri has accomplished far more at the tender age of 23 not only than most of her peers, but also more than she expected from herself.
ADB Economist on Poverty Measurement in Asia
Deputy Chief Economist of Asian Development Bank describes the key findings of their recent study on poverty measurement in Asia.
$1.25/day Isn’t Enough for the Asian Extreme Poor
In a recent report, ADB finds that $1.25/day is not enough to maintain minimum welfare in Asia.
Djibouti’s Social Safety Net Tackles Nutrition through Cash-for-Work
The World Bank made a commitment to support the continuation of its Social Safety Net (SSN) program in Djibouti.
Cities and Citizens: Game Changers for Inclusive Development
World Bank hosted a flagship seminar on Cities and Citizens: Game Changers for Inclusive Development at the annual meeting.
Bhutan to End Poverty and Enter into Another Stage
Bhutan is about to end extreme poverty and need to consider vulnerability to shocks and inequality to realise sustainable poverty reduction.
Mother’s Little Helper
While gender sensitisation is the buzz word of this decade, how exactly does it translate in real life, in social and work scenarios?
Security and Vulnerability in Rapidly Urbanising Contexts in Nepal
Jaideep Gupte introduced his research findings on security provision in rapidly urbanising contexts in Nepal.
