Building upon the results of a need and readiness assessment survey for CSA technologies conducted in 2023, a preparatory study mission by NARO as the COE on CSA for the implementation of a pilot project in Thailand was organized 23–26 April 2024. The mission introduced the soil carbon sequestration visualization tool and carbon credit methodology […]
Rural areas face unique challenges such as limited access to markets, education, and decent jobs, resulting in a continuous influx of populations into cities and aging rural communities. The Future of Asian & Pacific Cities Report 2023 issued by UN ECSAP and Habitat listed issues of rapid urbanization such as social inequality, food security, environmental […]
With the support of a special cash grant from the Government of Japan, the APO initiated a demonstration farm project in October 2022 on Improvement of Productivity in Greenhouse Vegetable Production. This project aims to demonstrate microclimate control systems used by Japanese greenhouses and help farmers in Vietnam utilize the systems. This will promote labor […]
The APO Manual on Public-sector Productivity, 2020, mentioned various aspects to improve the motivation and skill level of public officials, strengthen management systems, and enhance performance given the changing environment and current commitment to publicservice renewal. Reforms have been undertaken by many APO member governments to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of public resources, […]
Productivity gainsharing is crucial for enhancing productivity in SMEs. Research shows that implementing gainsharing initiatives can motivate employees to work harder and smarter, ultimately improving overall productivity (ILO, 2020). Interventions that focus on performance management practices have positive impacts on SME productivity. Sharing knowledge within SMEs also plays a significant role in enhancing competitive advantage […]
