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Amid Mixed Progress, More Diversified Finance, Investment in Data Key for Advancing Sustainable Development, Deputy Secretary-General Tells World Bank Board Meeting

30 Jul

Following are UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohamed’s remarks, as prepared for delivery, to the World Bank board meeting on progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in New York today:

Rebirth of Global Economy Post-COVID-19 will Require ‘Concrete, Radical’ Ideas, Action on Finance, Secretary-General Tells Round‑Table Event

1 Jul

Following are UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ remarks to a series of round tables on “Rebirthing the Global Economy to Deliver Sustainable Development”, in New York today:

Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

1 Jul

For the Syria crisis response, the international community has pledged $5.5 billion to support humanitarian, resilience and development activities in 2020, plus $2.2 billion in 2021 and beyond, demonstrating a clear commitment to continue supporting those most affected and ensuring aid agencies are able to plan ahead.

Deputy Secretary-General, at Women Leaders’ Round Table, Says Their Insights Are Key for Shaping Fairer Value Chains, Sustainable Investments

1 Jul

Following are UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohamed’s opening remarks to the round table on “Rebirthing the Global Economy to Deliver Sustainable Development: Insights from Women Leaders”, in New York today:

Deputy Secretary-General, Citing Proposals from Women Leaders’ Round Table, Says Trade, Debt Relief in COVID-19 Era Should Prioritize Low‑Emissions, Resilient Economy

1 Jul

Following are UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohamed’s closing remarks to the round table on “Rebirthing the Global Economy to Deliver Sustainable Development: Insights from Women Leaders”, in New York today: