In the evolving landscape of global governance, human rights have become central to sustainable peace, security, and development. Yet, despite the commitments made at international forums, the implementation of these rights often falters at the […]
LPSA’s Expert Working Group (EWG) on Asia aims to bring together government officials, policy practitioners, scholars, civil society organizations, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on decentralization, multilevel governance, intergovernmental relations, local governance […]
LPSA’s Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development aims to bring together government officials, policy practitioners, scholars, civil society organizations, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on local democracy, […]
LPSA’s Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development aims to bring together government officials, policy practitioners, scholars, civil society organizations, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on local democracy, […]
While national climate policies set the agenda, real progress often happens at the subnational level, where forest and land-use decisions directly affect communities. A recent UNDP report, ‘Subnational Success: Lessons from Tropical Forest Jurisdictions,’ examines […]
The discussion, hosted by LPSA’s Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy, Inclusive Governance, and Community-led Development, explored the rising threats faced by local elected officials, particularly intimidation, violence, and organized crime. Featuring insights from Jess […]
Decentralization is often viewed as a legal and constitutional process, but the reality is far more complex. In multi-level governance systems, the distribution of power between central and regional governments is not solely determined by […]
“Budget bailout needed once again” could be a headline in a Toronto newspaper today. It is actually from the Toronto Star, December 8, 2004, around the time IMFG was founded. The story notes that Toronto’s budget […]
As Asia and the Pacific region urbanize at an unprecedented pace, the need for transformative urban governance has never been more urgent. Over half of the region’s population now resides in cities, which generate over […]
Urban governance in Asia and the Pacific faces significant challenges due to rapid urbanization, climate change, and disruptions such as the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to these pressing issues, the UNDP, in collaboration with partners, […]
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