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The Agribusiness Venture Arrangements in the Philippines Policy Directions of the Department of Agrarian Reform
December 31, 20240

The Agribusiness Venture Arrangements in the Philippines Policy Directions of the Department of Agrarian Reform

Agribusiness Venture Arrangements (AVAs) in the Philippines have had a significant impact on Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs), with some benefiting while others have not reaped the advantages of land ownership. This necessitates an examination of…
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Implementing Sustainable Finance in Rural Banks in the Philippines and Indonesia
December 5, 20240

Implementing Sustainable Finance in Rural Banks in the Philippines and Indonesia

The objective of this study is to identify innovative approaches and best practices of rural banks in implementing sustainable finance that can be scaled up. Special attention is given to targeted financial products and services…
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Tracking Just Energy Transition (JET)-Related Projects in the Philippines: A Policy and Program Review of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and the Global Environmental Facility (GEF)
September 24, 20240

Tracking Just Energy Transition (JET)-Related Projects in the Philippines: A Policy and Program Review of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and the Global Environmental Facility (GEF)

Energy transition has been linked closely to the concept of just transition, thereby forming the concept of “just energy transition” (JET). While several groups and organizations have formulated their definitions of JET, anchored on the…
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Towards integrating gender and biodiversity dimensions into sustainable agricultural and financial landscapes in the Philippines
July 29, 20240

Towards integrating gender and biodiversity dimensions into sustainable agricultural and financial landscapes in the Philippines

The report advocates for holistic approaches that recognize the interconnectedness of social, economic, and environmental factors. It underscores the need for partnerships among government agencies, financial institutions, private sector entities, NGOs, and local communities. These…
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Towards integrating gender and biodiversity dimensions into sustainable agricultural and financial landscapes in the Philippines: A Summary Report
July 22, 20240

Towards integrating gender and biodiversity dimensions into sustainable agricultural and financial landscapes in the Philippines: A Summary Report

This report examines the intersections of biodiversity, agriculture, climate change, and gender dynamics in the Philippines, with a focus on how sustainable finance initiatives can better integrate gender perspectives to promote sustainable agriculture, particularly considering…
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Land Tenure Security in Nepal: A Discussion Paper for ADB
July 10, 20240

Land Tenure Security in Nepal: A Discussion Paper for ADB

This study describes the views, interventions, and challenges of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Nepal Country Office on land tenure security and provides options for engaging/pursuing the dialogue on land tenure security between CSOs and…
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Land Tenure Security in the Philippines: A Discussion Paper for ADB
July 10, 20240

Land Tenure Security in the Philippines: A Discussion Paper for ADB

The Asian NGO Coalition for Agrarian Reform and Rural Development (ANGOC) study entitled “Land Tenure Security in the Philippines: A Discussion Paper for ADB” provides discussion points for the dialogue between the Asian Development Bank…
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ANGOC Launches Report on Shrinking Civic Space in Seven Asian Countries
March 31, 20230

ANGOC Launches Report on Shrinking Civic Space in Seven Asian Countries

In March 2023, the Asian NGO Coalition for Agrarian Reform and Rural Development (ANGOC) launched a publication, “Shrinking Civic Space: The Legal and Political Environment for CSOs in Seven Asian Countries.” This publication is a…
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ANGOC Launches Paper on Future Challenges for CSOs in Asia
March 21, 20230

ANGOC Launches Paper on Future Challenges for CSOs in Asia

In March 2023, the Asian NGO Coalition for Agrarian Reform and Rural Development (ANGOC) released a new study that summarizes a series of conversations on the key challenges faced by civil society organizations (CSOs) involving…
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AIM and FF Philippines Launch Study on Implementing Sustainability in the Philippine Banking and Corporate Sectors
March 21, 20230

AIM and FF Philippines Launch Study on Implementing Sustainability in the Philippine Banking and Corporate Sectors

In February 2023, the Asian Institute of Management (AIM)’s Gov. Jose B. Fernandez, Jr. Center for Sustainable Finance (JBF Center) released a new study, “Implementing Sustainability in the Philippine Banking and Corporate Sectors,” that identifies…
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