With @fionaharvey of The Guardian I explored the implications for national security of a singular focus on investing in a ‘defense and deterrence’ track while defunding international cooperation through a ‘development and resilience’ track. www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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It is with profound gratitude that I say ‘thank you and goodbye’ today to my colleagues in UNDP and the UN
family.
It has been my honour to be part of this incredible organization for the last 8 years. 🙏
go.undp.org/U2Q
We live in a world with $480 trillion in assets yet only 4% of those assets go to low- and middle-income countries.
Imagine what we can do if we derisk investments & unlock private sector potential.
My oped in ELPAÍS PlanetaFuturo | bit.ly/45mfG9f
The 🌍 needs transformative solutions for our modern challenges.
That's why UNDP Accelerator Labs was founded & what it's managed to do by connecting grassroots innovators to global policy makers. In @devex.com, I explain how their breakthroughs can turn the tide.
bit.ly/3G69hoa
A final and heartfelt farewell call with UN SG Antonio Guterres.
Eight years ago you invited me to join your team as UNDP Administrator.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment and dedication to multilateralism and peace. It’s been an honour to serve within the UN family.
HDRO
Bureau for Policy & Programme Support
Crisis Bureau
Regional Bureau of Latin America & the Caribbean
Bureau of External Relations and Advocacy
Bureau for Management Services
Regional Bureau of Africa
Regional Bureau of Arab States
Regional Bureau of Europe and the CIS
Saying goodbye is never easy. As I end my time as UNDP Administrator, I wish to share a special 🙏to all our colleagues who every day give their all for #SustDev.
Meeting & listening to you reflect on our shared journey these past few days has been amazing! You are the FUTURE!
Thanks to core support from Denmark, UNDP is driving progress across the globe - accelerating efforts to end poverty, respond to crises & advance the #GlobalGoals.
Together, we’re building a more resilient & sustainable future for all. go.undp.org/U2f
#PartnersAtCore
One last opportunity to say farewell & 🙏🏼 to UN DSG Amina Mohammed.
As both UN SDG Vice Chair & UNDP Administrator, UN Reform & the #SDGs were a constant in our endeavour to advance #SustDev. I am grateful for her leadership in championing SDG implementation & advocacy.
I was honoured to meet our UNDP Palestinian colleagues in an online townhall. Their voices are heard loud and clear.
I join in their sorrow following the killings of Ramzi Khader, Issam Al Mughrabi and their families. UNDP stands in full solidarity with this courageous team.
The ocean sustains all life on Earth. It covers 71% of our planet & holds 97% of its water.
It feeds billions of people. But it's under threat from overfishing, pollution & climate change.
UNDP and France partner to #SaveOurOcean & support communities. #PartnersAtCore
Effective & accountable institutions equipped for gender equality lead the way in human & sustainable development.
👏Congratulations to the winners of UNDP's #GenderEqualitySeal for driving gender-responsive reforms across sectors.
Learn more: go.undp.org/UXi
2025 is a pivotal year for climate.
As negotiators and civil society meet next week in Germany in a significant moment for #ClimateAction, protecting people and nature must be top priority.
I call on countries to reaffirm their commitment to global cooperation at #SB62.
#Digital & #AI can transform the realm of possibilities for the planet.
In this new publication, UNDP & partners explored how NatureID can give people much greater access to finance & tools to fight climate change.
Read more: go.undp.org/3un
Proud of UNDP Goodwill Ambassador Mikael Haddad's inspiring advocacy walk in Brussels, in solidarity with communities on the frontlines of the climate crisis & advocating for support on #FoodSecurity & #ClimateChange in the Arab States.
go.undp.org/UB4
Farewell to the outstanding team at @un-mptf-office.bsky.social. Your unique ability to unite partners and resources across the @UN system is vital to achieve the #SDGs.
Thank you for your dedication to innovative, collaborative solutions that drive & inspire meaningful change worldwide.
Africa has what it takes to lead on green growth - fast-growing economies, rich forest ecosystems, and unique renewable energy potential.
See how UNDP is supporting Namibia, Zimbabwe & Togo to build a climate-smart future: go.undp.org/Umc
Pleased to announce that UNDP has launched Phase 3 of its #PeopleFor2030 Strategy.
It puts people at the centre of how UNDP works, leads & delivers ensuring a future-ready organization that drives sustainable development results.
For more 👉http://bit.ly/4n8xprh
My last UNDP townhall as Administrator. It’s not just the milestones we celebrate, its the people who make them possible.
🙏 to UNDP family. Your courage, dedication & innovation inspire me. Never stop believing in the power of our work. Only together can we shape a better 🌍.
The #G7Summit2025 comes at a critical time in 🌍 cooperation & development.
In my interview ⬇️(p.84), I urge G7 leaders to overcome their challenges to restore trust in multilateralism, invest in humanity & take decisive action to unblock #SDGs progress.
bit.ly/g7Canada
A great pleasure to meet with H.E. Mr. Paruyr Hovhannisyan, the new PR of Armenia.
We discussed 🇦🇲's important role as an incoming #UNDPEB member in 2026 & ways to build on 30 years of partnership between UNDP & Armenia.
I am inspired by the energy of UNDP Accelerator Labs team & very proud of our global network. Across 91 Labs we have tested bold solutions & collective intelligence to tackle complex development challenges & accelerate SDG progress.🙏 throughout these years for your relentless innovation.
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Development is about hope & unlocking potential values that @unv.org embrace daily.
🙏 Grateful to join my final virtual townhall w UNV staff, a vital part of our UNDP family. From crisis response to climate action, UNVs support communities & drive change around the world.
I sat down with @simonmundy from the @financialtimes.com to discuss the global cuts to development and aid, and how we can reignite the international cooperation that brought us the Paris Agreement, #SDGs, and a strong #UN.
My conversation ⬇️ bit.ly/4dUjwZd
Since 2019, UNDP has been working to cut its carbon footprint by 50% by 2030.
Today, 170+ offices track emissions, with 180+ green energy and e-Mobility projects worldwide. In the face of rising costs and climate risks, green operations are cost-effective and essential.
Yangon was known as the economic engine of Myanmar.
Now urban poverty is on the rise. UNDP calls for an urgent multidimensional response to help the millions of people in need now: go.undp.org/Usb
A wonderful farewell from the UNDP Executive Group.
In our final meeting together, I extended my gratitude for their leadership, creativity, guidance, and stewardship of UNDP's role in the #FutureOfDevelopment.
My deepest thanks to you all.
Our oceans are the lifeblood of our planet.
#WorldOceansDay is a reminder to commit to protecting their beauty, biodiversity, and balance.
Every action counts - reduce plastic, support conservation, and cherish our blue planet. go.undp.org/Unb
