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Asian economies were among the earliest epicenters of the epidemic, but they also demonstrated more effectiveness in controlling the spread of the virus.
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People's Republic of China
20 Mar 2021
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The COVID-19 outbreak immediately had detrimental effects on the rural economy in Bangladesh.
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Bangladesh
19 Mar 2021
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The development of infrastructure and increased affordability of cleaner types of fuel are important factors for the transition to clean energy.
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India
18 Mar 2021
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Migrants considerably favor big cities over other locations in Viet Nam.
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Vietnam
17 Mar 2021