Virtual Conference on Rural and Agricultural Development in the Digital Age Read more about Virtual Conference on Rural and Agricultural Development in the Digital Age Access to, and use of, digital technology in rural areas of developing countries has increased considerably in recent decades, underpinning a vast body of theoretical and empirical research on its implications for agricultural production, trade, and the wellbeing of rural households. Nevertheless, more research is needed to better understand how digitalization affects rural and agricultural development.
Stronger Together: Tracking Regional Integration in the Pacific Read more about Stronger Together: Tracking Regional Integration in the Pacific
Ana Lucía Vich Gadella Keywords infrastructure Investments trade Read more about Ana Lucía Vich Gadella Ana Vich is Economist of State since 2004, when she started her career at the Spanish Treasury, working as economic advisor in economic and financial issues related to the Eurozone. In 2008, she assumed the functions of the attached deputy director for sectoral policies in the General Directorate for Economic Policies, dealing with the underlying economic rationale of Spanish sectoral legislation.
Trade, Investment, and Climate Change in Asia and the Pacific Read more about Trade, Investment, and Climate Change in Asia and the Pacific Trade and investment play an outsized role in the economic development of the Asia and Pacific region, but it has come with unintended environmental costs. Asia and the Pacific are on the frontline of climate change and are responsible for about half of global annual carbon dioxide emissions.
ADBI-SMU Conference on Digital Finance and Sustainability Read more about ADBI-SMU Conference on Digital Finance and Sustainability
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.
Webinar on Global Value Chain Development Report 2021 Read more about Webinar on Global Value Chain Development Report 2021 Border closings and mobility restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in global value chains, contributing to product shortages and sparking discussions about “reshoring” production. Beyond COVID-19, global value chains also face risks from geopolitical tensions and climate change.