The shaded rectangles on the outer side of the figure reflect the average annual convergence speed towards the target in the decade before the COVID-19 pandemic. [...] and research and development (R&D) activities, in areas such as energy access and industrial which must be addressed to enable the industrial production contrasts with persistent gaps in the sector to flourish and ensure long-term sustain- adoption of clean energy, job creation, and inno- able industrial growth. [...] policy coordination.18 GOIC's efforts are fostering Many countries in Central Asia, South Asia and the development of high-tech industries, such as the Pacific Islands lack the necessary digital renewable energy and health, to reduce the GCC’s infrastructure to capitalize on these technolo- reliance on the oil sector. [...] Industrial Policy Research and Statistics The Policy Brief Series: Insights on Industrial Development is produced by UNIDO’s Division of Industrial Policy Research and Statistics (IPS) and seeks to promote the Organization’s normative function in the field of industrial development. [...] The views expressed in the Briefs are those of the author(s) based on their research and expertise and do not necessarily reflect the views of UNIDO (read more).
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Table of Contents
- Abstract 1
- The new era of industrial policy in Asia-Pacific from SDG assessment to policy solutions 1
- ISSUE NO. 14 - OCTOBER 2024 1
- The new era of industrial policy in Asia-Pacific from SDG assessment to policy solutions 2
- How far is Asia-Pacific from achieving industry-related SDGs 2
- Key Messages 2
- Asia-Pacific shows significant progress towards achieving SDGs targets in access to energy and industry but faces challenges in the adoption of clean energy employment and innovation. 2
- The regions diverse landscape requires tailored approaches to bridge these gaps and accelerate progress towards achieving SDG 7 8 and 9. 2
- Targeted investments in green technologies digital infrastructure and skill development are key to overcoming challenges and tapping into opportunities for sustainable growth. 2
- The new era of industrial policy in Asia-Pacific from SDG assessment to policy solutions 3
- The new era of industrial policy in Asia-Pacific from SDG assessment to policy solutions 4
- Industrial policy landscape 4
- The new era of industrial policy in Asia-Pacific from SDG assessment to policy solutions 5
- Opportunities and actions 5
- Energy transition 5
- The new era of industrial policy in Asia-Pacific from SDG assessment to policy solutions 6
- Digitalization 6
- Global rebalancing 6
- Regional integration 6
- The new era of industrial policy in Asia-Pacific from SDG assessment to policy solutions 7
- Demographic transition 7
- Lessons learned 7
- The new era of industrial policy in Asia-Pacific from SDG assessment to policy solutions 8
- Endnotes 8
