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Expert Opinions & Stories
Making transition durableA transition that does not deliver visible development gains will struggle to last. In contrast, policies are more likely to endure when they strengthen macroeconomic…
Systemic resilience in the SDGs’ final stretch
The policy debate on climate risk is finally catching up with reality: risk is no longer linear, local or isolated by sector. Increasingly, it behaves as an interconnected socio-ecological phenomenon…
Why “good” energy transition reforms do not succeed, and how behavioural insights can help
Governments can start small and build capacity over time. The United Kingdom’s Behavioural Insights Team began as a small unit within the Cabinet Office before expanding globally, while Canada…
From supply-chain disruptions and climate disasters to rising geopolitical tensions and energy insecurity, Asia and the Pacific is entering a period of growing uncertainty. For ASEAN, the challenge…
Targeted Action towards Reef ResilienceAcross Asia and the Pacific, governments, communities and scientists are adopting diverse strategies to protect and restore coral reefs. A better understanding…
The Asia–Pacific region stands at the centre of the global energy transition. It accounts for roughly half of global greenhouse gas emissions and will drive the majority of future energy demand…
Bhutan’s decision to restart its accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO) comes at an important junction. Since graduating from Least Developed Country (LDC) status in 2023, the country is…
Trade preferences for Asia-Pacific Least Developed Countries and developing economies: 2026 updates
Since the release of the UNCTAD Trade Preferences Outlook 2025, the Asia-Pacific trade landscape has entered a volatile transition phase. The region is currently navigating the dual challenges of the…
Weaving stronger cities in the Pacific together
That idea resonates strongly across the Pacific. Solomon Islands leaders spoke about the need for place‑based, community‑led planning in Honiara, grounded in customary land tenure and lived realities…
The Asia-Pacific region is often described as one of the most dynamic in the world, marked by rapid economic expansion, deepening trade links and accelerating digital transformation. Yet…
Climate models are converging: El Niño is likely to return by mid-2026 and could be strong. According to the World Meteorological Organization, it could emerge as early as May–July 2026, with…
Asia and the Pacific has entered a new phase of trade digitalization. Many customs and border agencies already use decision-support AI for document extraction, risk management, cargo targeting or…
In the face of these risks, cities become engines of growth only when they are resilient. So, why do many cities across the Asia-Pacific region find themselves underwater while others weathered the…
Rising seas, intensifying storms, saltwater intrusion and shifting coastlines are the lived realities of Pacific communities today. Families are making difficult decisions about whether to stay,…
For South Asia, the current tensions are not distant geopolitical events, they direct impact on overall economies as major share of energy comes from the oil. Past experience shows how volatile oil…
When a strait shakes a region: How the Western Asia crisis is rippling across the Asia-Pacific region
A narrow stretch of water – the Strait of Hormuz – is sending shockwaves across the global economy. It is not just another shipping route; it is the world’s most critical energy chokepoint. Every day…
Across Asia, new initiatives are showing how satellite Earth observation data and AI-powered technologies can turn fragmented water-related data into actionable insights for managers and policymakers…
Access to adequate housing is a foundation of resilient cities. Safe and affordable homes provide stability, allow residents to access essential services, and enhance the capacity for communities to…
While these examples are rooted in national contexts, the challenges they address are widely shared across the Asia-Pacific region and Mesoamerica, creating opportunities for South-South exchange and…
Foreign direct investment is not just a measure of economic confidence; it is one of the most powerful tools the Asia-Pacific region has to finance sustainable development, build resilient…
