The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) celebrated its 60th anniversary on 28 March with a special commemorative programme in Bangkok, Thailand. "We have chosen 'Building an Asia-Pacific Century' as the theme for our celebration as a statement of our commitment to the future of this region," says UNESCAP Executive Secretary Kim Hak-Su. "When we envision an 'Asia-Pacific Century,' we see continuing economic prosperity and a dramatic improvement in the quality of life of ordinary people."

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