United Nations ESCAP

📖 #HLPF2026 starts today! Follow @UNESCAP as we spotlight regional solutions for sustainable water and energy, resilient infrastructure and cities, and progress on the 2030 agenda across Asia and the Pacific. 🔗 buff.ly/IeKMf4h @UNECOSOC #GlobalGoals #SDGs

💙 Meet Sadia, a doctor from #Pakistan improving sexual and reproductive health and HIV services for trans and gender-diverse youth. Her work is helping make healthcare more inclusive and equitable. Share your #SDGHero story: buff.ly/WxGK2Yu #HLPF

❓️ How close is #AsiaPacific to a sustainable future? Progress has been made since 2015, but none of the 17 #SDGs are fully on track. ⏳ With 2030 approaching, faster action is needed. Explore the latest insights in #SDGProgress 👇 bit.ly/SDGProgress2026 #APFSD

Digital trade is growing fast. So why is doing business across borders still so complicated? ESCAP's latest review explores how smarter digital trade rules can reduce barriers, lower costs and unlock more inclusive growth. Read more: buff.ly/buMguYb #DigitalTrade

💚 Meet Bryan from Indonesia. For the past four years, he has worked as a peer educator and counsellor, helping young people make informed choices about their health and well-being. 💬 Share your story and be the next #SDGHero. #HLPF

🔍 Zoom in. The future is in the details. To accelerate the #SDGs in #AsiaPacific, the region must focus on: 🔥 Climate action 👩‍🏫 Investing in people ⚖️ Tackling inequality 🌿 Protecting nature Discover👇 bit.ly/SDGProgress2026 #SDGProgress #APFSD #HLPF

ESCAP and China's BIFNC are working to strengthen local language LLMs, helping make AI-powered public services more inclusive and accessible across Asia and the Pacific. Read the full news article: buff.ly/TYwsGLk

#SIDS are on the frontlines of climate change, yet they continue to lead with resilience and innovation. In New York last week, I reaffirmed @UNESCAP’s commitment to stronger connectivity, climate action and partnerships that turn global commitments into local impact.

Transformation, innovation, resilience, and equity are not competing priorities. They are mutually reinforcing objectives that must advance together. Highlights from the @Geidco_Official session at #HLPF, co-organized with @UNDP, @UNESCAP, @UNESCWA, and partners.

I was pleased to exchange views with ASEAN representatives on advancing @UNESCAP-@ASEAN partnership, from connectivity and climate resilience to inclusive growth and the implementation of ASEAN Vision 2045. #Partners4Region #HLPF2026

Middle-income countries are navigating multiple, interconnected challenges that no longer fit traditional development classifications. At #HLPF2026, I called for integrated solutions, stronger regional cooperation & financing to accelerate their #SDGProgress.

How can cities make climate projects funding-ready? Explore the Early-Stage Climate Project Finance Diagnostic Toolkit. To learn more and access the toolkit: buff.ly/gFwbpK5 @_BMUKN @iki_germany @giz_gmbh @UNESCAP @uclgaspac @TU_Dortmund @Uni_Stuttgart #UrbanAct

How are Pacific Small Island developing States advancing the #SDGs? The 2026 VNR from Kiribati, the Republic of the Marshall Islands and Tonga show that people-centred policies, resilience and national ownership are driving progress. ⬇️Read more: buff.ly/WXeTl2n #HLPF

Energy and transport are the foundations of opportunity, resilience & regional integration. At #HLPF2026, I reaffirmed @UNESCAP's commitment to helping countries strengthen connectivity through sustainable energy and transport solutions that leave no one behind.

🤔 What if your job had no sick leave or pension? For millions of workers in #AsiaPacific, this is reality. How do we bridge the gap? ☑️ Simplify registration for small businesses. ☑️ Extend benefits to every worker. Learn more: bit.ly/SocietyForAllA… #SocietyForAllAges

What’s shaking #AsiaPacific’s economic outlook right now? Geopolitical risks, trade tensions and financial volatility are rising, but policymakers have options to respond. 📊 Check #APSurvey to learn about the risks and the solutions: bit.ly/APSurvey2026

🚀 @UNAPCTT is launching a new Lecture Series, bringing together researchers, innovators and policymakers to explore how science, technology and innovation can help tackle development challenges across #AsiaPacific. Register: buff.ly/OMxnTcX @CSIR_IND @DSIR_IND

How is #AsiaPacific doing on the #SDGs? Strong progress in industry, health, poverty reduction and clean water. But gaps remain. See what’s working and what needs more action 👇 bit.ly/SDGProgress2026 #HLPF

#EnergyTransition is no longer only about cutting emissions. Through the Energy Transition for Green Growth and Prosperity initiative, @UNESCAP is helping countries in South-East Asia connect energy planning with economic and industrial strategies. 🔗 bit.ly/ETGGP-ESCAP

Design, govern and finance #mangrove blue carbon projects for lasting impact. Our new free e-learning course explores how to support projects that are science-backed, inclusive, well-governed & financially sound. Enroll:🔗 bit.ly/4y4nDf3 #LandscapeAcademy | @UNESCAP