Harnessing the Potential of Big Data in Post-Pandemic Southeast Asia Read more about Harnessing the Potential of Big Data in Post-Pandemic Southeast Asia This presentation gives an overview of the newly published report on Harnessing the Potential of Big Data in Post-Pandemic Southeast Asia which illustrates the analytical power of digital technology to turn voluminous datasets into actionable public service delivery mechanisms in health care, social welfare, and protection, and education offering large economic and social benefits.
Promoting a Knowledge- and Technology-Driven Southeast Asia Read more about Promoting a Knowledge- and Technology-Driven Southeast Asia The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has accelerated the adoption, use, and trust of digital technology. In Southeast Asia, the application of digital technology and the use of big data holds immense promise to improve broader public health capabilities and generate a large rate of return on digital health investments.
Digital Opportunities for MSMEs in Southeast Asia Read more about Digital Opportunities for MSMEs in Southeast Asia This presentation gives an overview of how digital technology become a gamechanger for MSMEs in Southeast Asia.
The Provincial Competitiveness Index: Promoting Enabling Business Environment in Viet Nam from Business Perspective Read more about The Provincial Competitiveness Index: Promoting Enabling Business Environment in Viet Nam from Business Perspective This presentation gives an overview of using PCI or provincial competitiveness index in empowering the private sector and promoting reforms from the bottom up.
Recent trends and Policy Directions for Building Better Local Business Environments for Pandemic Recovery in Southeast Asia Read more about Recent trends and Policy Directions for Building Better Local Business Environments for Pandemic Recovery in Southeast Asia This presentation gives an overview of several important issues for MSMEs and processes to transition to a better MSMEs ecosystem.
Better Local Business Environments for Pandemic Recovery in Southeast Asia Read more about Better Local Business Environments for Pandemic Recovery in Southeast Asia Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Southeast Asian economies, accounting for an average of 97% of all businesses and 69% of the national labor force across the region. However, SMEs face unique challenges as they have limited capital, resources, and staff; short life spans; and poor knowledge about government support.
Shamina Singh Keywords sustainable tourism SEADS 2022 Southeast Asia tourism ADB ICT digital technology Read more about Shamina Singh For more than 20 years, Shamina Singh has been on the frontlines of developing and implementing solutions to make the global economy work for everyone, everywhere.
Sofia Sprechmann Sineiro Keywords sustainable tourism SEADS 2022 Southeast Asia tourism ADB Read more about Sofia Sprechmann Sineiro A leader in international development and humanitarian response, Sofía brings over 25 years of experience of working at CARE. She spearheaded CARE’s first program strategy and was integral to placing gender equality at the very heart of CARE’s worldwide work. In CARE’s 75-year history, her leadership remains pivotal to the development of CARE's 2030 Vision in contribution to Sustainable Development Goals.
Kishore Mahbubani Keywords sustainable tourism SEADS 2022 Southeast Asia tourism ADB Read more about Kishore Mahbubani Kishore Mahbubani has been privileged to enjoy two distinct careers, in diplomacy (1971 to 2004) and in academia (2004 to 2019). He is a prolific writer who has spoken in many corners of the world.
Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana Keywords sustainable tourism SEADS 2022 Southeast Asia tourism ADB Read more about Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific took office on 1 November 2018. Ms. Alisjahbana was a Professor of Economics at Universitas Padjadjaran and was Minister of National Development Planning and the Head of the National Development Planning Agency (BAPPENAS), Indonesia from 2009 to 2014. In 2016, Ms. Alisjahbana was a member of the High-Level Independent Team of Advisors to support the ECOSOC Dialogue on the longer-term positioning of the United Nations for the 2030 Agenda. Ms.