The development of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) remains key to promoting inclusive growth in developing economies in Asia and the…

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic is a major global crisis requiring national, regional, and global intervention. The scale of the crisis and…

This publication describes the key technical and managerial approaches for successful low-volume rural road programs and how these programs can…

This publication provides a comprehensive account of the 2017 International Comparison Program (ICP) cycle for 22 economies in Asia and the Pacific. It…

Governments must climate-proof their economies and public finances or potentially face an ever-worsening spiral of climate vulnerability and…

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has seen governments across developing Asia move significant amounts of capital into relief efforts that…

Energy security, as an interdisciplinary field, focuses on various factors (e.g., energy, natural resources, environmental, economic, social, political…

Relying on fewer energy resources, especially fossil fuels, will enhance energy insecurity for resource-poor economies.

The granularity of poverty statistics can have a significant impact on the effectiveness of public policy and the equitable distribution of development…

The Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific 2020, the 51st edition of this series, includes the latest available economic, financial, social, and…

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has unleashed unparalleled challenges. At the same time, it offers a window to rethink Asia’s most fundamental…

This publication reviews recent developments in East Asian local currency bond markets along with the outlook, risks, and policy options. It covers the…