Asia-Pacific policymakers outline priorities to make region’s path to prosperity more equitable and sustainable
Top Asia-Pacific economic policymakers speaking at United Nations panel here outlined an agenda to make the region’s dynamic prosperity more inclusive and sustainable amidst deepening global economic uncertainty and environmental pressures. [23 May 2012]

UN urges Asia-Pacific nations to step up in steering the region towards shared and sustainable growth
Facing economic uncertainty abroad, resource constraints and widening social inequalities at home, Asia and the Pacific must come closer together to sustain its dynamic growth and ecological health, making prosperity more inclusive, the United Nations told leaders of the region here today. [21 May 2012]

Pacific Island nations taking the lead in sustainably managing ocean resources, but call for international support to cope with climate change
Leaders of Pacific Island developing nations attending a regional United Nations meeting here yesterday appealed to the world to help them deal with the impact of climate change and protect their marine environment to ensure their well-being and very survival. [18 May 2012]

Asia-Pacific countries meet at ESCAP forum to review merits of closer regional integration amidst global economic uncertainty
Asia-Pacific countries began deliberations here today at an annual United Nations forum to review policy options for deepening integration within the region to maintain its dynamism while making it inclusive and sustainable, amidst continuing global economic uncertainty. [17 May 2012]

Asia-Pacific Leaders Convene to Discuss Strategies to Enhance Economic Integration for the Region
The 68th Commission Session of ESCAP under the theme, "Growing Together: Economic Integration for an Inclusive and Sustainable Asia-Pacific Century" will be held at the United Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok from 17 to 23 May. The annual Session comprises two parts: the Senior Officials Segment from 17 to 19 May in preparation for the Ministerial Segment, which will be held from 21 to 23 May. The Ministerial Segment will be inaugurated by the Prime Minister of Thailand. [14 May 2012]