This episode discusses the importance of financial inclusion, particularly through the use of cross-border remittances, as a tool for promoting economic development in emerging economies. It highlights the potential of remittances to expand access to formal financial services, provide capital for micro and small businesses, increase financial resilience for households, and promote gender financial inclusion. However, the text also acknowledges several challenges, such as high costs, limited access points, digital literacy issues, and regulatory hurdles, that must be addressed to effectively leverage remittances for financial inclusion