In a world of polycrisis, investing in #multilateralism and development cooperation has never been more necessary. Building stronger partnerships is crucial for charting sustainable paths, and safeguarding our progress towards the #GlobalGoals. go.undp.org/Jwb2

This past Sun, Mon, Tues were the 3 hottest days on🌎 United Nations António Guterres draws attention to the scale, costs & dangers of extreme heat as it burns thro fields, forests, intergenerational health and hope🔥un.org/en/climatechan… ScienceDaily US EPA Research NYT Science C2ES

First meeting with Ambassador Hunn and team from Swiss Embassy to #BosniaandHerzegovina. #Switzerland🇨🇭is a great partner to UNDP in Bosnia and Herzegovina, enabling us to strengthen local capacities for #BiH to deliver the #SDGs. Grateful for the support & trust. United Nations BiH Swiss MFA

Climate crisis threatens the very existence of many small island nations & communities around the🌐. .UN Development's Jennifer Baumwoll briefed #OACPS Ambassadors in Brussels on how #ClimatePromise can help mobilise commitment, financing & solutions, key to get back on pathway towards 1.5°C.

The solid waste management system in #Gaza has collapsed, raising public health risks. An urgent response on an appropriate scale is needed. UNDP conducted a rapid assessment to develop an effective strategy as part of the UN response. Read more: bit.ly/4d4xLJS

The Arba'at Dam collapse in Eastern Sudan has destroyed 20 villages, impacting thousands & causing significant loss of life. Our Res Rep Luca Renda visited the site w/ partners to assess the damage & plan for recovery. We remain committed to sustainable recovery at every step.

Mongolian🇲🇳 nomadic herders are facing unprecedented challenges due to accelerated impacts of climate change. UNDP in Asia and the Pacific Director Kanni Wignaraja visited #Mongolia to witness firsthand the severe impacts of climate change on this traditional way of life. Watch her statement👇

Arrived in Geneva for engagements with Govt reps, UN colleagues, partners, media, on future of multilateral development in foreseen and unforeseen situations. Looking forward to debates and actions on what it takes to stay a step ahead! United Nations Geneva UNDP Geneva Agi Veres

Today UNDP in Asia and the Pacific Director Kanni Wignaraja stopped by Geneva to meet with UN Development. A lively exchange on challenges and opportunities to promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region & to mobilize private sector resources.

Challenges➡️Opportunities! Sebnem Sener's insights on “Do One Better” #podcast highlights UN Development’s efforts to harness private finance for the #SDGs. A must listen for those passionate about #SustainableDevelopment Spotify: bit.ly/3zd34ne Apple: bit.ly/3B7kYIn

Health in the Asia-Pacific faces unprecedented threats from conflict, climate change and human rights crises. UNDP in Asia and the Pacific Director Kanni Wignaraja & The Global Fund’s Mark Edington discuss how integrated solutions can #EndAIDS, #EndTB & #EndMalaria and future-proof health systems.

In a world of crises and divisions, your vote matters more than ever. UNDP is partnering with countries to ensure governance systems ✔️ Protect rights ✔️ Embrace inclusion ✔️ Build trust for a better future where #EveryVoiceCounts. #UNGA

Appreciated the dialogue w/ United Nations Member States and United Nations Geneva on impact of development investments in crises - a rapid rebuild and recovery w people driving own choices, building capabilities, honoring agency. Shared UNDP in Asia and the Pacific experience on what works for staying w/

UN Development partnership with The Global Fund across Asia is a demonstration of shared purpose driving higher impact and scale in fighting malaria, TB, HIV. Strengthening health systems and capacities so no one gets left behind is longer term goal. Rich discussion w/ Mark Edington and GF

Conversation w Bhargav Dasgupta Asian Development Bank VP Market Solutions on market for financial protection and insurance to ensure that investments in sustainable development are climate resilient. Without affordable risk and health insurance, high costs are borne by poorest w loss and

Great discussion at United Nations Geneva between UNDP in Asia and the Pacific Director Kanni Wignaraja and Asian Development Bank VP Bhargav Dasgupta on the need for financial protection & insurance to ensure that every investment in sustainable development is climate resilient #financialresilience Jan Kellett Agi Veres

.UNDP in Asia and the Pacific Director Kanni Wignaraja at United Nations Geneva discussed w/Member States how to keep vulnerable communities afloat and secure #humandevelopment. “We need to work jointly so we can share risks and gains. We cannot leave people behind especially in the toughest times”

Thank you, Arno Wiki ADG Swiss Development and Cooperation for an insightful discussion on 🇨🇭- UN Development UNDP in Asia and the Pacific strategic partnership. Focused on investments in capabilities of people and institutions that restore hope in communities facing conflict, econ+gov insecurity, disasters. Always paths

Privileged to meet Laurent Wherli, Chair, Foreign Affairs Committee #SwissParliament. Swiss-UN Development long-standing partnership exemplifies how shared values of humanity and progress can lead to very real #humandevelopment gains - from access to water & livelihoods, to new skills and

📢Join us today at #HRC57 side event: Digital Bridges to Justice: Enhancing #HumanRights and #SDG Monitoring through Innovative Technologies. ➡️ tinyurl.com/mzyarbuu 📅 11 September, Room XXII, Palais des Nations ⏰ 13 :00-14 :00 CET