Asia Regional Integration Center

Since applying for ASEAN membership in 2011, Timor-Leste has undertaken significant reforms, investments, and policy alignments

Women are a significant driving force in the tourism sector in Asia and the Pacific, constituting a majority of the workforce (52%).

Meeting climate financing needs is essential to fund the transition to clean energy, enhance climate resilience, and mitigate these risks to ensure sustainable development and protect vulnerable populations.

To support e-commerce, public-private collaboration must prioritize closing the digital divide, supporting small businesses, and promoting environmental sustainability. Strengthening data governance, competition, and tax frameworks are also key to resilient and equitable e-commerce.

Remittances play a crucial role in Pakistan’s economy, as a buffer during crises and a potential driver of sustainable growth. By aligning fiscal policies with macroeconomic indicators, Pakistan can maximize the positive impact of remittances on household welfare and long-term economic development.

Failure to tackle climate change would cost the region a staggering $210 trillion in economic losses until the end of the century...