When the floods in Nepal destroyed a road needed to transport produce from Aamachhodingmo to markets, a message to the UN team's Facebook page prompted the Resident Coordinator and UN partners to efficiently coordinate deliveries via helicopter.
As countries observe the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, the UN is supporting preparations for the 'Super' El Niño by sharpening risk analysis, pre-positioning assistance, protecting resources and mobilising finance amid compounding crises.
Small Island Developing States face unique vulnerabilities that deter the investments needed to grow. The UN is supporting their enormous potential through risk reduction, a steady supply of investable projects and suitable policies and conditions.
With financing from the Joint SDG Fund, Jamaica is implementing a digital transformation that improves outcomes for children by modernising learning, teacher capacity and food systems, with the UN providing support under the Resident Coordinator's guidance.
Under the Government's leadership, early and comprehensive coordination after the floods in Nepal allowed the UN and partners to overcome logistical hurdles, bring global attention and reach over 64,000 people. Next steps will connect relief and resilience.
Speaking during the General Assembly, the UN Secretary-General warned that the world faces four tests of power based on peace and security, inequality, climate change and AI, calling for greater cooperation to reduce further divisions.
As Indonesia faces rising energy prices, supply disruptions and climate impacts, the UN is working with the Government to implement renewable energy, unlock finance and build resilience while ensuring workers, women and coastal communities are included.
As Montenegro builds a more inclusive future, the UN team is working to ensure that opportunities are available for the country's vast talent by investing in youth, advancing gender equality and engaging rural communities.
Chinese agricultural experts working in Uganda and Indian water-testing methods being taught in Honduras are just two examples of how the UN supports countries in the Global South to identify expertise, connect with partners and implement solutions.
Nepal has approached the UN Loss and Damage Fund for support following the devastating floods on 26 August, underlining how countries with low greenhouse gas emissions are experiencing profound human and economic consequences from climate change.
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