UN High-level Advisory Board gears up for Bangkok meeting
20 May 2025 - A new group of distinguished members of the United Nations High-level Advisory Board on Economic and Social Affairs (HLAB) is preparing to embark on the third term of the Board, with a two-day meeting in Bangkok, Thailand.
Global economic outlook worsens amid trade conflict and policy uncertainty, United Nations Report says
15 May 2025 — The global economy is at a precarious juncture, marked by heightened trade tensions and elevated policy uncertainty, according to the World Economic Situation and Prospects as of mid-2025. The recent surge in tariffs—driving the effective U.S. tariff rate up steeply—threatens to raise production costs, disrupt global supply chains and amplify financial turbulence.
Navigating through an inflationary world
14 May 2025 - While inflation has eased from its recent highs, it continues to be a pressing concern for households, businesses and policymakers. UN DESA’s latest Monthly Briefing on the World Economic Situation and Prospects...
Family-oriented policies for a more inclusive future
14 May 2025 - On 15 May 2025, the United Nations will commemorate the International Day of Families under the theme “Family-Oriented Policies for Sustainable Development.
Advancing peace, justice and strengthening institutions to accelerate progress on the 2030 Agenda
9 May 2025 - Multiple, interconnected crises—including rising inequalities, poverty, hunger, climate...
The 2025 STI Forum: A decade of bridging frontier knowledge and policy for global progress
7 May 2025 - Pioneering scientists and innovators will descend upon New York this month for the UN’s Science, Technology and Innovation...
6 takeaways from the World Social Report 2025
5 May 2025 -The world has seen extraordinary social and economic progress over the past three decades. Yet, most people are dissatisfied with their lives: 60 per cent of the world’s population are struggling and 12 per cent are suffering, according to a recent global poll.
Empowering NGOs: Your path to UN engagement
5 May 2025 - As the world continues to navigate complex global challenges—ranging from climate change and economic instability to humanitarian crises...
“It makes a difference when we get together as a global community”
2 May 2025 - Only a few weeks into her position, UN DESA’s new Assistant Secretary-General for Policy Coordination, Ms. Bjørg Sandkjær, met with UN DESA Voice for a one-on-one interview. Bringing over 26 years of experience from working within the area of policymaking and international development, we spoke about her background, her passion for international solidarity, her new role, and the difference that international development makes for people around the world.
Financing our future: What young people want world leaders to know
1 May 2025 - What if we stopped thinking of young people as just “the future” and started listening to what they’re saying right now? That question came up more than once as we spoke with young people at the ECOSOC Youth Forum 2025.
UN warns of $4 trillion shortfall threatening global development goals
28 April 2025 - Facing a staggering $4 trillion annual financing gap for development and mounting trade wars, top UN officials on Monday called for urgent action to rescue the Sustainable Development Goals and revive international cooperation.
5 things you should know about financing for sustainable development
28 April 2025 - Financing is the fuel of development. With adequate financing, the world can tackle poverty, inequalities, hunger, education, and the climate crisis. Yet, the world faces a stark financing divide and shrinking fiscal space. Here are 5 things you should know about financing for sustainable development.
Indigenous Peoples sidelined in global climate fight, UN warns
24 April 2025 - As the planet heats up and the push to decarbonise gathers pace, Indigenous Peoples – long among the world’s most effective environmental stewards – are once again being left behind, a new UN report reveals
“Future of the World” Policy Brief series supports countries in navigating policy choices
25 April 2025 - As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary this year, the world continues to face a daunting set of challenges that require innovative and bold solutions. Amidst the current strained context of global cooperation, April 2025 also marks the fifth anniversary of the launch of the latest phase of UN DESA’s Policy Brief Series.
New UN report warns of global social crisis driven by insecurity, inequality, and distrust
24 April 2025 - Economic insecurity, staggering levels of inequality, declining social trust and social fragmentation are destabilizing societies...