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21 February 2018
This presentation discussed the speaker's perspectives on the implementation of the environmental dimensions of the SDGs.
21 February 2018
This presentation offered perspectives and efforts on implementation of the environmental dimensions of the SDGs and provided an overview of the status of SDGs 6, 7, 11, 12, 14, and 15 in Asia and the Pacific. It also stressed the importance of dynamic and holistic frameworks that bring out SDG…
21 February 2018
This presentation discussed the draft results and findings of the TA project’s regional stocktaking that aimed to answer four questions:
(i) Which of the select environment-related goals and targets are issues and/or priorities for DMCs in the region?
(ii) What kinds of activities have countries…
21 February 2018
This presentation gave an overview of the TA project and the objectives of the workshop, and provided a brief overview of the schedule of the TA project, noting that the workshop brought the first phase to a conclusion, with a second phase planned to work.
21 February 2018
This presentation discussed ADB’s perspective on the implementation of the environmental dimensions of the SDGs, as well as ADB's efforts to achieve progress on the environment.
21 February 2018
This presentation shared how the Philippines is integrating the environmental dimensions of the SDGs, including the role of NEDA. It also highlighted logistical challenges in engaging different stakeholders as well as building adequate capacity for the evaluation of performance.
21 February 2018
What makes property tax a “good tax”? Why do property taxes underperform? What are the obstacles to an efficient property tax administration?
While property taxation is gaining strong and renewed interest from around the world due to its revenue mobilization potential, it has yet to become a…
21 February 2018
Property tax can help mobilize domestic resources but will require addressing both technical and policy issues and combining the strengths of both central and local governments. Learn about the challenges in and strategies for achieving a successful property tax reform.
21 February 2018
Viet Nam’s Law on Environmental Protection Tax (EPT) passed in 2010 is an indirect tax on products and goods which, when used, have a negative effect on the environment. Built on the principle that "polluters must pay," it is a tool that contributes to changing people’s consumption behavior towards…
21 February 2018
The excise tax on sweetened beverage is a health tax in the Philippines that helps address diabetes and obesity given the high incidence of obesity and fast-growing incidence of diabetes. It is part of a package of the tax reform program for more inclusive growth and a healthy Philippines.