Reports
Recent Submissions
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Update of the readiness assessment for cross-border paperless trade : BANGLADESH
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-11-08)This work is co-published by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
The present report provides an updated assessment of the ...
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Targeting transformative disaster risk resilience in the Pacific : Asia-Pacific Disaster Report 2024 for ESCAP Subregions
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-11-06)The Asia-Pacific Disaster Report 2024 warns of escalating climate and disaster risks for the Pacific region, with Small Island Developing States (SIDS) facing the most severe threats under 1.5°C and 2°C warming scenarios. ... -
Geospatial practices for sustainable development in East and North-East Asia 2024 : a compendium
(UN.ESCAP, 2024)The 2024 edition of the Compendium showcases the transformative role of space applications in East and North-East Asia, featuring 100 examples that demonstrate how geospatial data, space technology, and digital innovations ...
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National feasibility study on cross-border electronic exchange of trade-related data and documents : the Philippines
(United Nations, 2024-09-04)This study assesses the feasibility of implementing electronic exchange of trade-related data and documents between the Philippines and potential partners in the Asia-Pacific region.
The report begins by ...
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Charting new paths for gender equality and empowerment : Asia-Pacific regional report on Beijing+30 review
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-11)This report has been prepared to inform the Asia-Pacific regional intergovernmental review of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action in conjunction with the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference ... -
Sustainable maritime connectivity in Asia and the Pacific 2023-2024
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-09)The "Sustainable Maritime Connectivity in Asia and the Pacific 2023-2024" report serves as a strategic guide for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and international organizations involved in the maritime sector. It ...
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Targeting transformative disaster risk resilience in North and Central Asia : Asia-Pacific Disaster Report for ESCAP Subregions
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-10-18)Climate change-induced disasters in North and Central Asia pose an escalating threat, mirroring the broader trend across the Asia and the Pacific. Over the past five decades, these events have caused around 64,000 ...
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Targeting transformative disaster risk resilience in East and North East Asia : Asia-Pacific Disaster Report 2024 for ESCAP subregions
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-10-17)The "Asia-Pacific Disaster Report 2024" focuses on transformative disaster resilience in East and North-East Asia. It highlights the rising frequency and severity of climate-related disasters in the subregion due to ...
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DPR Korea Project Phase III: lessons from Viet Nam : end-to-end early warning processes in Viet Nam
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-03-07)Enhancing the early warning system is one of the three priorities for reducing risks from natural hazards in DPR Korea. In the past few years, DPR Korea has made some progress on informing the at-risk communities on the ...
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Model framework for policy action on the care economy : concept paper
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-10)The final publication in the toolkit, Valuing Unpaid Care and Domestic Work and Investing in the Care Economy: A Policymaker’s Guide, serves as an inter-ministerial guide for implementing the MFA. This guide is strategically ...
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How to invest in the care economy : a primer
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-10)This publication serves as the first publication in ‘A Policymaker’s Toolkit for Valuing Unpaid Care and Domestic Work and Investing the Care Economy’. The primer is designed to support policymakers and government ...
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Development of training curricula and programmes for computerized railway operations
(United Nations, 1991)Presents an overview of ownership and management, corporate planning and financing of the railways selected for this study. Discusses management development and training operational personnel for computerization. The ... -
Report on sustainable urban transport index : Tashkent, Uzbekistan
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-06)Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, stands as a central hub in Central Asia. As of April 1, 2024, it hosted a population exceeding 3 million, making it the most populous city in the region.
The report provides ...
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Landscape study of inclusive business in agrifood systems in Thailand
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-10-04)This landscape study of inclusive business models in the agriculture and food systems in Thailand examines opportunities for businesses in these sectors to address the critical needs of low-income farmer while, at the ...
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Intergenerational relations : creating a world for all ages so that no one is left behind
(United Nations, 2024-09-30)Populations globally are changing in fundamental ways. A result of the demographic transition, or the shift from high to low mortality and fertility rates, the slower population growth is accompanied by a shift in ...
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Enhancing Pacific connectivity : the current situation, opportunities for progress
(United Nations, 2008)United Nations ESCAP has conducted a study entitled “Pacific Connectivity: The Current Situation, Opportunities for Progress”. Compiling new socio-economic and connectivity indicators, the study finds most Pacific states ... -
Improving timeliness and quality of survey statistics : some measures and recommendations
(United Nations, 1993)In order to assist the members and associate members of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) in developing the required preliminary estimates for improving timeliness and quality of statistical ... -
Study on the Challenges and Opportunities of EV Development in Three Cities of the Philippines; Cauayan, Borongan and Ormoc
(UN.ESCAP, 2024-08-01)To support the Government of the Philippines with an in-depth assessment of challenges and opportunities to introduce EVs in the public transport system, this analytical study on EVs in the three cities was undertaken. The ... -
City action plans and technology adoption strategies in Bangkok, Thailand : assessment report
(UN.ESCAP, 2024)This report, a collaborative effort involving experts and stakeholders, presents a detailed analysis of existing measures and proposes strategic approaches for technology adoption. The findings herein serve as a valuable ... -
Levels and trends of fertility in Sri Lanka : a district-level analysis
(United Nations, 1986)Focusing on Sri Lanka, this paper analyses levels and trends of fertility by district during the period 1962-1981; evaluates at the district level the influence of the components of fertility, the age at marriage and ...