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News
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The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the worldâs fragilities, including the weaknesses of our food systems which exacerbate hunger, obesity, poverty, political instabilities and economic crises. To…News -
A new partnership between the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will promote inclusive business models in…Press Release -
A leading regional forum has urged a renewed commitment from business and governments to accelerate progress towards the achievement of the global development goals. Regional Heads from eight UN…Press Release -
03Apr2020Virtual regional launch and Press briefing of the Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic and continuing trade uncertainties are having far-reaching economic and social consequences for the Asia-Pacific region, with strong cross-border spillover effects through trade…Media Advisory -
The Asia-Pacific region is in danger of failing to achieve any of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) without extra efforts from all stakeholders. While many countries are moving decisively…Media Advisory -
18Sep2019
UN forum spotlights digital trade facilitation measures to boost sustainable progress in Asia-Pacific
The 9th Asia-Pacific Trade Facilitation Forum (APTFF) closed in New Delhi, India today with a strong focus on how digital and sustainable trade facilitation measures and practices can bring…Press Release -
24Jan2019
East and South Asia remain world’s most dynamic regions, but risks are increasing: UN report
The global economy will continue to grow at a steady pace of around 3 per cent in 2019 and 2020 amid signs that global growth has peaked. However, a worrisome combination of development challenges…Press Release -
31Oct2018
Young entrepreneurs offer innovative solutions to urban challenges in Asia and the Pacific
Start-up entrepreneurs from around the world gathered in Seoul today to compete in the 2018 Urban Innovation Challenge: Citypreneurs Young SDGs Start-Up Competition and propose innovative solutions…Press Release -
The Global Forum on Human Settlements (GFHS) 2018 concluded today at the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) in Bangkok as participants gathered to…Press Release
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27Oct2018
UN promotes sustainable development of regional agricultural machinery industry in China
This week culminated in a series of UN-led events in Wuhan, China to promote sustainable development of agricultural machinery industry and enhance regional trade and investment of agricultural…Press Release
