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Reimagining artificial intelligence, human development
The United Nations brought together AI thought leaders in Mexico City on 23–24 July for the second convening in a global dialogue series examining how one of humanity’s most transformative …
Two of the world's largest economies are converging on the same foundations for sustainability reporting, but they are …
From girls’ education to women’s leadership, learn why safe, clean, and accessible water and sanitation are essential to …
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All #sustainable development Press Releases
26 June 2026
UN Global Compact Network Singapore (UNGCNS)
UN Global Compact Network Singapore calls for inclusive sustainability transition as businesses race towards 2030
17 June 2026
Singapore International Water Week
SIWW2026 opens with global leaders pledging action to secure a resilient, sustainable water future
Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize 2026
London conferred Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize at award ceremony
19 May 2026
23 April 2026
15 April 2026
Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC)
Global Sustainable Development Congress and Eco-Business launch joint initiative to unlock capital for Asia’s sustainable development
31 March 2026
11 March 2026
26 February 2026
United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)
United Nations launches Energy Transition for Green Growth and Prosperity initiative to accelerate just, country-led transitions in Southeast Asia
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
World Bank Group’s IFC commits to Seraya Partners Fund II to support sustainable infrastructure development in Southeast Asia
16 February 2026
4 February 2026
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
What are the National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans?
9 January 2026
United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)
Why local leadership will shape Asia-Pacific’s urban future
United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)
Sustaining transregional cooperation: Lessons from Asia and the Pacific and Latin America
5 January 2026
UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
US$52.8 million in new GEF support to boost UNEP-led environmental initiatives worldwide
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