Listen to my podcast on Straight Talk Southeast Asia on how to reshape the future towards better outcomes for all. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4gg8sX9 Spotify: spoti.fi/4ebCwla

$1️⃣7️⃣2️⃣ trillion   That's how much we would add to the global economy if women earned the same as men. It’s time to set things right & build #GenderEqualEconomies.   This #EqualPayDay & every day, let us dismantle the structural barriers to #GenderEquality go.undp.org/VVv6

Honor to greet @ChiefAdvisorGob Prof Yunus at #UNGA79. UN Development UNDP Bangladesh fully committed to supporting the policy, institutional and societal transformations to renew and rebuild trust and transparency. Lots of work ahead led by the ideas, spirit and energy of the people of BGD!

Appreciate the trust and EU International Partnerships 🇪🇺 with UN Afghanistan. Signed joint programme with Commissioner Jutta Urpilainen on sidelines of #UNGA79, on behalf of FAO in Afghanistan IOM Afghanistan & UNDP Afghanistan, to invest together in sustainable agriculture, improved livelihoods, and

Great to meet with Anacláudia Marinheiro Centeno Rossbach, the new ED of UN-Habitat. We discussed our enhanced collaboration incl. preparations for the 12th Session of the World Urban Forum & our shared goals for sustainable urban development, resilience and local financing.

It never disappoints and always enriches, with much to learn from amazing women who are changemakers and leaders through their ideas, spiritedness, commitment to vulnerable communities and sheer grit even when facing tremendous odds. Here with such a group in Northeast 🇮🇳,

It’s difficult to grasp Ratan Tata is no more. He had phenomenal business acumen. What made him extraordinary is that he retained ordinary human qualities—of kindness & integrity—despite his success. He was also a believer in science & research as the key drivers of growth.

The High-level Policy Dialogue on Leadership for the Future: Enhancing Urban Governance Practices for Sustainable, Resilient, and Equitable Cities in Asia-Pacific brought together leading experts, city planners, and decision-makers to explore the future of urban governance. The

"We will keep trying any which way we can; we will continue advocating for the rights of Afghan women and girls; we must continue and intensify and protect as much space as possible;...we need to seize every opportunity..." Thanks @NHK_News for making these issues and voices

Will AI widen or narrow global inequality? The impact of AI is analyzed mostly within countries. Far less explored is the between-country dimension. Check out this new blog which highlights three forces that could push AI to widen global inequality. cgdev.org/blog/three-rea…

On this 79th #UNDay2024, taking three minutes to share with you my thoughts on why the United Nations matters today. In our divided and sometimes angry world, these are five issues that I think will influence the future and our place in it...⬇️ Do share your read...

Last night our IDE Masters students were treated to a presentation and Q&A session with Dr. Philip Schellekens (Philip Schellekens), Chief Economist at UN Development Asia Pacific, on reorientations and impact.

India’s female labour-force participation rate has risen sharply in recent years and especially since the pandemic, the International Labour Organisation has found. Still, there are reasons for caution econ.st/4hXmCxl 👇

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.

The Asia Pacific region is navigating multiple waves of transitions, each coming in faster and on top of the other. In our joint piece with Armida Alisjahbana United Nations ESCAP and VP Fatima Yasmin Asian Development Bank, we present analysis and arguments for new social protection designed as a high-return

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

A new workshop is equipping 20+ officials from MOF, MICT & the National Assembly with foresight & AI tools to build adaptive governance systems and shock-responsive strategies addressing Lao PDR’s future challenges. #UNDP #PolicyInnovation #AIForPolicy UNDP in Asia and the Pacific Devika Iyer

“We’re going to see a UN that's fit for that purpose, and we need a UN fit for that purpose,” says George Gray Molina (UN Development), outlining the United Nations’s pact for the future that focuses on AI, energy, and the climate. #AMGFCC25

UNDP, with support from Japan and Norway and in partnership with the Ministry of Public Works and Housing, continues debris removal in Gaza. Over 120,000 tons have been cleared since early this year, including recent works to reopen Al-Rasheed Street in Gaza City, improving

Today, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced Alexander De Croo 🇧🇪🇪🇺 as our new UNDP Administrator. We look forward to working together to help eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities and build resilience. Join us in wishing him a warm welcome! go.undp.org/iWq