Saudi Arabia is investing in national infrastructure, technology and expertise to reuse, conserve and produce water amid scorching heat. Internationally, the Kingdom has fostered UN-supported partnerships to prevent drought and share vital knowledge.
Following devastating floods that have killed hundreds of people and left more than 900 missing across Nepal, the UN and partners have released emergency funding, deployed assessment teams and mobilised supplies to support the Government-led response.
At the AI and Human Development Regional Convening, the UN Deputy Secretary-General warns about the risk of perpetuating biases in AI, and discusses how Asian traditions can help inform a more humane approach to technological progress.
At the Food Systems Financing Forum, the UN launched a Deal Book comprising more than $315 million in investment opportunities that address the interconnected challenges of the Caribbean's food import dependence.
As livestock in Kenya and East Africa face risks during transit, the UN is working with national and regional partners to protect herds while improving market visibility among the private sector and encouraging investments towards business growth.
As countries meet at the UNCCD Conference of the Parties under the theme, "Restoring Land. Restoring Hope," a summer school in Kyrgyzstan shows how pastoralists can combine tradition and digital tools to manage rangelands.
At the CEO for a Day event, 16 participants were paired with women leaders across the UN, private sector and Government for first-hand insight into leadership, organizational culture, career development and decision-making in Indonesia.
Drawing on humanitarian capacities already in place, the UN and partners are supporting the response with shelter and emergency supplies following a major earthquake. Damage and socioeconomic assessments are also helping determine the scale of needs.
With support from the Joint SDG Fund, Namibia is de-risking community-level initiatives and industrial scale projects by building the inclusive and environmental safeguards that allow innovation and investment to advance together.
The Upper Nile Durable Solutions Roadmap offers a blueprint for leveraging pockets of peace in South Sudan through mine clearance, housing construction and livelihoods support, ensuring that returning communities can rebuild their lives.
2030 Agenda and the SDGs
SDG 1: No Poverty
Poverty reduction
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Jobs and Livelihoods
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
internal displacement
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 16: Peace, justice and strong institutions
Peace-building
SDG 17: Partnerships
Public engagement and partnerships
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