e United Nations will release a new report detailing the significant advancements in the effectiveness and efficiency of the revitalised Resident Coordinator (RC) system in supporting countries to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
One month after devastating earthquakes struck Myanmar, the UN and its partners have reached nearly 600,000 people with emergency aid, including shelter, healthcare, and clean water. Despite challenging conditions, the response has rapidly scaled up, supported by $35 million in funding. Efforts are now shifting toward early recovery, such as rebuilding infrastructure and restoring livelihoods. Global solidarity, including aid from 26 countries, continues to bolster the humanitarian mission.
The UN has launched a Debris Taskforce in Lebanon to manage the aftermath of the 2024 conflict through a sustainable, rights-based approach. Coordinating with the government and local partners, the initiative prioritizes safe debris removal, recycling, and environmental protection. It also promotes job creation, public health, and cultural preservation. This effort aims to turn devastation into an opportunity for long-term, resilient recovery.
UNFPA’s project to strengthen Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) in Timor-Leste is saving lives, including Oliviana’s. Trapped by floods during labor, she reached safety thanks to trained midwives equipped through the UNFPA-supported programme. Their swift, skilled response ensured a safe delivery for both mother and baby.
Better management of these water resources is crucial at a time when Mount Kilimanjaro’s glaciers are receding – like many other alpine glaciers around the world.
Maria Adams, a fashion entrepreneur in Accra, Ghana, faces challenges common to many women led MSMEs such as limited digital skills, funding, and market access. A new UN-backed programme aims to change that by empowering 25,000 such businesses with digital tools and financial support.
The United Nations works with several partners to develop a comprehensive approach to support refugees, including Ukrainian nationals whose lives have been disrupted by the conflict.
Digital transformation is a top priority for the Vietnamese Government, with the Politburo Resolution 57 calling for breakthroughs in science, technology and innovation.
The GOLA-REAP project, funded by the UN, aims to protect the Gola Rainforest while fostering peace, sustainable development and cross-border cooperation.
