Operationalizing the e-Governance Framework for Health Read more about Operationalizing the e-Governance Framework for Health This presentation discusses the issues in the implementation of e-health services. Software Framework is considered the key enabler to develop applications/services more efficiently and effectively with better quality. Reforming the governance of development will require the use of eGovFrame—an open source, non-proprietary software framework for developing and operating applications/services.
Opening Remarks - Conference on Measuring and Achieving Universal Health Coverage with ICT in Asia and the Pacific Read more about Opening Remarks - Conference on Measuring and Achieving Universal Health Coverage with ICT in Asia and the Pacific ADB President Takehiko Nakao in his speech touched upon three issues: (i) why strong health systems are important for development in Asia and the Pacific; (ii) why ICT is the key to strengthening health systems; and (iii) how ADB will contribute to promoting universal health coverage in developing member countries.
The Development Status, Experience, and Policies of China on Vocational Education Read more about The Development Status, Experience, and Policies of China on Vocational Education This presentation shares progress achieved from reforms and development in vocational education in the People’s Republic of China (PRC). It explains the overall idea of developing the PRC’s vocational education in the next period. It also discusses the proposal to strengthen cooperation on vocational education among Asia-Pacific countries.
WaterWealth? Investing in Basin Management in Asia and the Pacific Read more about WaterWealth? Investing in Basin Management in Asia and the Pacific Drawing on a cross-section of 43 case studies prepared specially for this book, WaterWealth explains the challenges to improving water governance and management across Asia and the Pacific region. It illustrates many examples of new approaches and practices already being applied by basin managers to secure water for all.
WaterWealth? Investing in Basin Management in Asia and the Pacific Read more about WaterWealth? Investing in Basin Management in Asia and the Pacific Drawing on a cross-section of 43 case studies prepared specially for this book, WaterWealth explains the challenges to improving water governance and management across Asia and the Pacific region. It illustrates many examples of new approaches and practices already being applied by basin managers to secure water for all.
Takehiko Nakao Keywords economics finance development Japan RDFS2019 RDFS 2019 speakers Read more about Takehiko Nakao Takehiko Nakao is the former President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Chairperson of ADB’s Board of Directors. He was elected President by ADB’s Board of Governors and assumed office in April 2013.
Urban Sanitation Development in Viet Nam Read more about Urban Sanitation Development in Viet Nam This presentation provides an overview of the current urban sanitation in Viet Nam. It highlights the drainage and wastewater treatment issues that the country faces. The presentation discusses the importance of using an integrated approach for development to tackle challenges in drainage and wastewater treatment.
New Water Policy and Plans for Irrigation Development in the People's Republic of China Read more about New Water Policy and Plans for Irrigation Development in the People's Republic of China This presentation highlights issues related to the Government of the People's Republic of China (PRC)'s decision to increase investment in the water sector, particularly the development of water-saving irrigation. The government of PRC also intends to promote international cooperation through the establishment of 3 Centers of Excellence.
Mandalay: Urban Prospects Under Transition Read more about Mandalay: Urban Prospects Under Transition Profound changes are happening in Myanmar. Mandalay, Myanmar’s second largest city, has various development potentials though resources are limited. There is a need for Mandalay to be competitive to attract an increasing number of foreign direct investments.
Photo Montage of Manila's Pasig River Read more about Photo Montage of Manila's Pasig River Manila's Pasig River continues to play an important social, cultural, historical, and political role. Its restoration, which began with the Pasig River Rehabilitation Program in 1989, aims to reverse the effects of years of negligence, uncontrolled development, and unabated pollution.