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New UNDP report calls for redefining security in an era of climate shocks, cybercrime, economic insecurity and distrust

Development and security investments, pursued together to drive people's safety and well-being, are an effective strategy for prevention.

27 Oct 2026

UNDP launches global investment, jobs initiatives to boost growth in developing countries

Two new initiatives will help countries attract investment, grow businesses and create more and better-paid jobs, backed by …

Global multidimensional poverty rises for first time since 2010

UNDP-Oxford update finds progress is possible: 33 countries have at least halved multidimensional poverty in fewer than 15 …

More than 160 million people risk being trapped between crisis and recovery, UNDP warns

UNDP launches new Crisis Action Agenda calling for development investment from day one to help people recover faster …

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11 September 2026

Early action and regulatory alignment key to unlocking trillions for Asia’s energy and adaptation needs

31 August 2026

UNDP Goodwill Ambassador Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden to visit Indonesia

29 July 2026

Ending AIDS as a public health threat is within reach. Now, political action must deliver

24 July 2026

Bankable projects with clear ROI metrics vital to plug Malaysia’s RM130 billion adaptation deficit

18 July 2026

UNDP, Republic of Korea expand global partnership for early recovery to help communities move beyond crisis

2 June 2026

UNHCR and UNDP launch new partnership to advance inclusion, solutions for people forced to flee

11 May 2026

Development gains in reverse: High debt servicing bears disproportionate impacts on women

5 May 2026

Asia-Pacific’s economic outlook under pressure from rising tensions and prices: report

United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)

Asia-Pacific’s economic outlook under pressure from rising tensions and prices: report

26 April 2026

Middle East military escalation could cost Asia-Pacific up to US$299 billion: UNDP

12 April 2026

Military escalation threatens human, economic development gains across Iran: UNDP

8 April 2026

Escalation in the Middle East reverses more than a year of economic growth in the Arab states: UNDP

31 March 2026

Food waste in focus as the world marks the International Day of Zero Waste

17 March 2026

Guiding light: How solar power is providing a lifeline to blackout-prone Asian villages

Satellite imagery guides faster recovery in crisis zones

24 February 2026

Asia-Pacific leaders meet to fast-track action on water, energy, cities and development partnerships

5 January 2026

New funds to unlock millions for frontline environmental action

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