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The Digital Economy in Southeast Asia : Strengthening the Foundations for Future Growth

World Bank Group - 2019

The signs of digital technology adoption are evident across Southeast Asia. In big cities, the use of mobile phones for messaging and social media has become ubiquitous. Ride-sharing services and delivery riders using apps to obtain their next booking are changing the face of urban transport and...

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Republic of Colombia : Mitigating Environmental Degradation to Foster Growth and Reduce Inequality

World Bank Group - 2006

pollution; inadequate water supply, sanitation and hygiene; natural disasters (such as flooding and landslides); and land …

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Enhancing ASEAN Connectivity Monitoring and Evaluation

World Bank Group - 2016

As Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) approaches end 2015, this report takes stock of the progress to date and draws out lessons for the next stage of ASEAN's connectivity journey. The realization of an integrated ASEAN community demands connectedness vis improved and expanded...

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Strengthening the Regional Dimension of Hydromet Services in Southeast Asia : A Policy Note with a Focus on Cambodia, Lao PDR, and Vietnam

World Bank Group - 2018

Current hydromet conditions in the Southeast Asia (SEA) region along with expected future conditions highlight the need for continued investment in modernizing hydrometeorological services in the SEA region. Given that similar hazards face Cambodia, Lao People's Democratic Republic (PDR), and...

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Unleashing Sustainable Finance in Southeast Asia (November 2022)

World Bank Group - 2022

Climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts are urgently needed across Southeast Asia. The financial sector can play a critical role in supporting countries in their journey toward greater resilience and sustainability, but it must adapt to do so effectively. This report shows that while...

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Deepening Linkages Between South Asia and Southeast Asia : Synthesis Report

World Bank Group - 2022

Although economic linkages between South Asia and Southeast Asia have been strengthened over the past decade, integration between these two regions remains limited. Can new approaches to regional integration help revitalize trade and economic links between South Asia and Southeast Asia This...

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Enterprising Women : Toward Equal Business Opportunity in Southeast Asia

World Bank Group - 2021

This report explores gender differences in entrepreneurship for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) in Southeast Asia. It analyzes data from five Southeast Asian countries: Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR), Timor-Leste, and Vietnam, and reviews existing...

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Pollution prevention and abatement handbook, 1998 : toward cleaner production

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An Overview of Agricultural Pollution in the Philippines : The Crops Sector 2016

World Bank Group - 2016

overview of agricultural pollution in the Philippines, commissioned by the World Bank. The overview consists of three 'chapters … overview of: (a) the magnitude, impacts, and drivers of pollution related to the crops sector's development; (b) measures that … have been taken by the public sector to manage or mitigate this pollution; and (c) existing knowledge gaps and directions …

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An Overview of Agricultural Pollution in the Philippines : The Fisheries Sector 2016

World Bank Group - 2016

This report is part of a national overview of agricultural pollution in the Philippines, commissioned by the World Bank … 'chapter' provides a broad national overview of: (a) the magnitude, impacts, and drivers of pollution related to the fisheries … mitigate this pollution; and (c) existing knowledge gaps and directions for future research. This report was prepared on the …

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