There is a strong link among gender equality, productivity, and national economic competitiveness. Countries with greater equality between genders are more productive, have higher levels of economic growth, and better […]
The latest technology has contributed to modernizing food and beverage business models and creating new opportunities and challenges. ICT-based agricultural production, processing, manufacturing, packaging, transportation, marketing, and customer data are […]
Modernized regulations are essential to balance interests, achieve societal goals, and drive economic growth. Rapid technological change is outpacing regulatory systems, creating challenges for governance, the workforce, and society. Traditionally […]
By streamlining operations, enabling data-driven decisions, and fostering innovation, digital tools directly enhance efficiency and output. According to the UNCTAD E-commerce and Digital Economy Programme: Year in Review 2023, digitalization […]
The informal economy accounts for about 66% of total employment in the Asia-Pacific, involving approximately 1.3 billion workers (ILO, 2025). Despite its scale, it is often marked by low productivity, […]
