This P-Talk explores the interactions among global value chain (GVC) dynamics, knowledge spillovers, and productivity in the electrical equipment and machinery industry. Dr. Majah-Leah V. Ravago, President and CEO of the Development Academy of the Philippines, leads a dialogue with Dr. Byung Min Soon, Assistant Professor, Chungnam National University, ROK, focusing on the impact of […]
Since launching the APO-AB in 2018, seven CBs have been accredited and five NPOs or their affiliated organizations are in various stages of development to become CBs. The role of the APO-AB has become more significant in catering to needs of CBs so that they remain abreast of the latest CB standards compatible with international […]
This P-Talk highlights the role of executive coaching as a critical tool for companies aiming to foster leadership skills, enhance strategic thinking, optimize processes, and improve overall productivity. Ikigai and Inclusion Facilitator and Coach Jennifer Shinkai delves into the transformative power of executive coaching to boost team productivity with practical strategies and real-life success stories. […]
Regulatory sandbox mechanisms are special forms of experimental regulations allowing for the creation of specific legal regimes for new products and services, enabling experiments with their practical usage within certain restrictions. Among member economies, these mechanisms have been implemented in the ROC, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, the ROK, the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, […]
The OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2023–2032 reported increased demand for imported dairy products in Asia. This trend is driven by economic and population growth, with India and Pakistan being the key drivers. In addition, the strong growth in global dairy consumption is also expected in Southeast Asia. However, traditional dairy farming in most Asian countries remains […]
