The way forward

This report argues that investment in infrastructure is critical to the development of the CSN in the region. It presents a framework for integrating infrastructure to achieve sustainable development that highlights the impact of physical infrastructure on the economic, social and environmental pillars of sustainable development, and emphasizes the fact that Governments need to: (a) increase policy coherence across infrastructure sectors; (b) emphasize infrastructure planning in a more holistic manner across various relevant ministries; and (c) undertake complementary policy measures, especially the institutional reforms needed to ensure that the benefits of infrastructure is shared by all.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure