Is there really a "middle-income trap" in Indonesia or is that a myth we can break? Read OpEd: shorturl.at/jyXfm UNDP in Asia and the Pacific UNDP Indonesia Philip Schellekens

As we approach the #FinancingforDevelopment Conference, it's crucial to rethink what works and what doesn't in our world of development financing. Strong piece by Mariana Mazzucato UN DESA, with key takeaways for me: a) stop pushing 'innovative financing' instruments without better

Today's @UNDPasiapacific Achim Steiner conversation with our ambassadors underscored that the middle-income dilemma could keep countries in the economic doldrums, but it isn't a 'trap'. When stuck, it is a policy challenge that requires the courage of reforms and imagination of

I developed the data analytics site pandem-ic.com to call for greater vaccine equity and awareness about the mortality burden of COVID in the developing world. The project is now coming to a close and I would like to thank everyone who engaged with us!

Amid all the pessimism surrounding China in today’s geopolitical climate, look at the bigger picture. After four decades of rapid growth, China is on the verge of crossing the high-income threshold. In 1978, China’s income per capita was two times lower than Sub-Saharan

Read UNDP in Asia and the Pacific #ProjectVision thinking and analytics - this blog in The Brookings Institution on 'Accelerating growth in Indonesia: An industrial policy for the rural informal sector' by Philip Schellekens and ShahidYusuf. Actioning with UNDP Indonesia and partners. brookings.edu/articles/accel…

Asia-Pacific is the only region in the world where social progress declined last year. Again. The main reason is a continuing erosion in rights and voice. See below a regional breakdown of the Social Progress Index over time and across key dimensions. Social Progress

Worrying shift in Asia and the Pacific: Two-thirds of countries (18 out of 28) have seen a long-term decline in rights and voice, according to the latest Social Progress Index of the Social Progress Imperative.

Youngsters, apply yourself with purpose - don’t just pursue money. What the world needs today is not just idealism or ambition – it’s both Great insights below from Rutger Bregman: Every year, thousands of teenagers write passionate application essays about the global

Fruitful disc. w/ #Philippines Economy, Planning, & Development Sec. Arsenio Balisacan on evidence-based planning, fiscal devolution, digital transformation & SDG financing. UN Development expresses its support for the Dept’s expanded mandate & looks forward to stronger coop. #HLCMIC2025

🆕UN Development’s 2025 Human Development Report launched in #Mongolia🇲🇳today, calling for inclusive AI that expands people’s choices. As global human development slows, the report urges action to ensure AI serves everyone & empowers all to shape their future. 👉go.undp.org/Ux7

AI can widen inequality or drive human progress. In #Mongolia & across the Asia-Pacific, it’s a matter of choice. Read as UN Development's Matilda Dimovska & Philip Schellekens explore what it takes to make AI work for human development by expanding choices for all people. go.undp.org/UgF

Mongolia needs a more people-centered growth model. Can AI come to the rescue? Check our latest blog.

All countries are developing countries. If poverty is measured not only against today’s standards but against the progress we know is possible tomorrow, then no country is rich.

Rich discussions on sustainable development, trade, and policy innovation! The dialouge focused on current economic and trade drivers and impacts on the region, and feedback on the proposed new UNDP Regional Programme that is framed by multi-country partnerships, transboundary

Great exchange with Chandler Institute of Governance on advancing dynamic governance capabilities in Asia-Pacific—helping governments anticipate, adapt & act with agility to navigate today’s multilayered & rapidly evolving challenges by fostering people-centered and future-ready institutions.

READ NOW | UNDP in Asia and the Pacific’s new report urges governments to stay focused on long-term progress to navigate an increasingly volatile #trade landscape. Download the full report 👉 go.undp.org/w6C

Look at this chart: China is installing more robots every year than the rest of the world combined. Brace for impact!