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08Apr2022New UN report: Financing constraints on developing countries have reversed global progress and imperil SDGs
While most developed countries have been able to finance a robust recovery from the COVID19 pandemic, fiscal constraints in developing countries have hampered their response and caused a reversal of…Media Advisory -
The rapid development of Asia-Pacific economies over the past few decades has lifted millions out of poverty. However, the high economic growth has masked key social issues, particularly inequality,…Media Advisory -
Heads of State, senior government officials and other stakeholders from 62 countries will convene this week to coordinate stronger regional responses in addressing the significant socio-economic…Media Advisory
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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 -
Starting Wednesday, UNU-WIDER and United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) are jointly hosting a three-day conference in Bangkok on productive job creation in…Media Advisory
