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Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals through AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming various sectors and industries worldwide. Understanding and harnessing its potential is increasingly important for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For this reason, the Economic and Social Council holds today a Special Meeting to explore ways to use AI to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. The encounter aims to examine governance frameworks for deploying AI ethically and responsibly, showcase examples of AI's successful utilization, and facilitate collaboration among stakeholders to leverage AI for sustainable development.
Misinformation and politicisation of migration is ‘clouding public discourse’
7 May 2024 — Money sent home by migrants abroad has surpassed foreign direct investment in boosting the gross domestic product (GDP) of developing countries, UN migration agency IOM said in the...
Uncertainty in Gaza amplified by closure of key border crossings
7 May 2024 — Amid ongoing uncertainty about a ceasefire in Gaza and an escalation of the military operation in Rafah, UN aid agencies expressed deep concerns on Tuesday that the two main access...
General Assembly debates Russia’s veto of space arms race resolution
6 May 2024 — The UN General Assembly on Monday debated Russia’s veto in the Security Council which blocked a draft resolution aimed at preventing a new extraterrestrial arms race.
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