The story of human development in Asia and the Pacific has been one of long-term progress, but also one of persistent disparity and widespread disruption. The Asia-Pacific region has seen rapid ...

If we hope to build a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable future for all, we are faced with the reality that many Pacific Island Countries remain heavily dependent on imported fossil fuels for ...

Sparking an Energy Revolution in Zimbabwe's Rural Communities, One Village at a Time ...

From December 2–13, 2024, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will host the 16th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD).

The Executive Board of UNDP, UNFPA and UNOPS is made up of representatives from 36 countries around the world who serve on a rotating basis. Through its Bureau, consisting of representatives from five ...

The UN’s Framework for the Immediate Socio-Economic Response to the COVID 19 Crisis warns that “The COVID-19 pandemic is far more than a health crisis: it is affecting societies and econ­omies at ...

UNDP began its operations in Tajikistan in 1993. Nowadays, Tajikistan is a peaceful and stable country, with a rapidly developing economy. Recovery from the devastating social and economic ...

Pakistan becomes first country in Asia to initiate access to support from the Global Shield to close the financial protection gap through enhanced pre-arranged finance ...

UNDP's Climate Promise supports Jamaica Stock Exchange prep for the nation's 1st Green Bond High in the hills of Clarendon, many of the 1500 residents of Thompson Town had to fetch water on the back ...

International Women’s Day (IWD) is observed globally every year on 8 March. The theme for International Women’s Day, 8 March 2025 (IWD 2025) is, “For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment ...

Working with the people of Zambia to build a resilient and diversified economy UNDP works with the Government and people of Zambia to achieve the vision 2030 , the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ...