The sectors with projected high demand for TVET-level qualified personnel include construction, electronics, extractive industries, information…

Mobilizing private finance for renewable energy and energy efficiency is critical for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) not only for…

Being one of the former centrally planned economies, Viet Nam is still home to a substantial state-owned sector. From the implementation of the “Doi…

The financial technology (fintech) sector is revolutionizing traditional financial practices, yet little information exists on the users of these…

Despite the explosive growth of peer-to-peer lending in the People’s Republic of China (PRC), information asymmetry remains a critical issue and is…

This paper provides an overview of national practices for improving the accountability and performance of SOEs by examining relevant legislation,…

The first green bond was issued in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in 2015 and since then the PRC has become a significant player in the world’s…

While discussing the enhancement of the connectivity between Europe and Asia, this policy paper explores a new area of cooperation, which is the use of…

The state is a major owner of industrial and commercial enterprises in Uzbekistan. State-owned enterprises (SOEs) dominate and have significant…

In this issue: 2019 Survey of the Afghan People, Women in Afghanistan, Mongolia, APEC Digital Prosperity Award, 2020 in Asia, Nepal, Pakistan,…

This report reviews and analyzes current good practices in economic governance by subnational governments in Myanmar. Using data and metrics from the…

The Subnational Governance Program in Nepal (SNGP) is implemented through a strategic partnership between the Australian Government’s Department of…