Development challenges in Asia and the Pacific are as diverse and complex as the region itself. It has some of the youngest democracies and some of the world’s most dynamic economies, but it is also home to more than half the world’s poor. It is the most disaster-prone region in the world, with small island developing states in the Pacific bearing the brunt of climate change. Meanwhile, concerns about environmental degradation are increasingly relevant for some of the fastest growing economies in the region. To respond to these challenges, UNDP concentrates its efforts on building the region’s capacity to promote inclusive, pro-poor growth, effective governance, and sustainable and resilient development. We help our partners in identifying relevant solutions to today’s complex, trans-boundary development challenges. We support them to design and implement large scale development initiatives that deliver lasting social, economic and environmental improvements in countries across the region. UNDP provides support to governments to integrate the Sustainable Development Goals into their national development plans and policies. This work is already underway, as we support many countries in accelerating progress already achieved under the Millennium Development Goals.
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How can water access change a girl’s future? In Pakistan’s north, glacier melt led to water shortages, forcing girls out of school. Now, rehabilitated irrigation channels are keeping crops alive & girls in classrooms. https://shorturl.at/yvkMk UNDP Pakistan
2.7 million cases of #TB, the world’s deadliest infectious disease, were left undiagnosed in 2023, leaving people without treatment and risking further disease spread. How do we find and treat these 'missing' cases, including in communities displaced by conflict and disasters? By investing in frontline health workers and digital and data technologies that strengthen healthcare during crises. UNDP, The Global Fund and partners are delivering health services to refugees and returnees in Afghanistan and South Sudan, ensuring more people with TB are diagnosed and treated to leave no one behind and end TB by 2030. Learn how on #WorldTBDay: go.undp.org/37L
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The Green Climate Fund has approved US$12.9 million to enhance early warning systems, ensuring communities in Fiji receive timely and life-saving alerts before disasters strike. Read more ?https://zurl.co/lKI9m
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How do you protect water sources in a changing climate??????? ? For centuries, Sri Lanka’s cascade systems sustained communities through shifting climates. ? But neglect over the past two centuries disrupted this balance - leaving Sri Lanka’s Dry Zone facing severe water scarcity, with communities vulnerable to poverty and debt. ? Now, that’s beginning to change. ? UNDP and the Green Climate Fund are supporting community-led efforts to revive ancient irrigation systems, restore water access and strengthen climate resilience. ? ?? Explore how these solutions are shaping a more resilient future: https://go.undp.org/oWm ? #WorldWaterDay UNDP Sri Lanka United Nations Water
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Pakistan’s glaciers are melting at an alarming rate. ??? With 13,000+ glaciers, the country depends on glacial runoff for water, food & energy. But climate change is accelerating glacial retreat, increasing the risk of floods, water shortages & food insecurity. In Ghundus Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, women & girls are most affected — many walking miles to fetch water, forcing them to leave school. Since 2021, Glof II Pakistan has rehabilitated irrigation channels, securing access to water & education for girls. Because water security ?? education security — every drop now fuels hope, opportunity & resilience. Read the story here: ??https://bit.ly/4hr7k2n Green Climate Fund | Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination | UNDP in Asia and the Pacific
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???Agriculture consumes nearly 70% of global water, leading to scarcity.? ? This is exacerbated by overuse of water for irrigation, unsustainable groundwater extraction, and pollution from chemicals.? ? To make agriculture more sustainable and water-efficient, farmers can adopt smarter water use strategies. This includes using advanced irrigation techniques to reduce water waste, improving storage systems to preserve water supplies, recycling wastewater for agricultural use, and implementing regenerative farming practices to enrich soil health and improve drought resilience.? ? Ensuring sustainable water use and watershed management to support long-term sustainable food and agricultural commodity production is key.? ? Ahead of #WorldWaterDay, learn more about sustainable agriculture and a more efficient use of water in farming in UNDP’s report “Navigating Complexity in Food Systems: From Clockwork to Cloudwork”: https://lnkd.in/dnjdw7qY?
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In northern Cambodia, forests are more than trees—they are homes, harvests, and heritage. This #ForestDay (21 March), discover how communities are helping safeguard one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world. These forests shelter rare orchids ??, endangered wildlife ??, and timeless monuments like Angkor Wat ??—woven together through generations of care and connection. With its abundant water resources and lush forests, Kulen Mountain supports the livelihoods of about 80% of local residents via its ecosystem services. The local people rely on non-timber forest products such as orchids, leaves, bamboo, resin, mushrooms and aquatic resources like fish and crabs, while the mountain provides them free irrigation water for the surrounding agricultural land. From the canopy to the ground, every part of this ecosystem tells a story of resilience, balance, and coexistence. Learn more about how local communities are working to care for the forests they rely on—for food, income, and life: https://ow.ly/8P6450Vkm3N?
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What do you do when the land you farm is no longer reliable? ?? In India’s coastal districts, rising sea levels, erratic monsoons and soil degradation are making farming harder, pushing communities to the brink. But in Odisha, women farmers are leading the way — using climate-smart agriculture, restoring mangroves and strengthening disaster preparedness to protect their land and livelihoods. When Cyclone Dani hit, their efforts helped reduce damage and save lives. Now, these women are inspiring a movement. ?? Read their story: https://go.undp.org/3mM #ClimateAction #SustainableAgriculture
Our latest blog highlights the resilience of young women entrepreneurs who turn challenges into opportunities. In a world of rising inequality, UNDP is investing in women's economic empowerment to help build more inclusive and sustainable economies. As we continue celebrating women this March, let's empower and support them to create lasting impact. Read it here: https://go.undp.org/3Mj
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The Green Climate Fund has approved US$12.9 million to enhance early warning systems, ensuring communities in Fiji receive timely and life-saving alerts before disasters strike. Read more ?https://zurl.co/lKI9m