How “smart glasses” can support testing laboratories
As part of UNIDO’s efforts to promote industry 4.0 and modern smart technology, a virtual assessment has taken place and remote support has been...
Traumas of terrorism cannot be erased, but victims’ voices must never be forgotten
In remembering and honouring all victims of terrorism, Secretary-General António Guterres said the UN stands by those who grieve and those who “continue to...
ADB Supports Philippines’ Financial Inclusion Reforms with $300M Loan
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $300 million policy-based loan to support the Philippine government’s efforts to boost inclusive growth by implementing...
Mauritius oil spill highlights importance of global maritime laws
The devastating oil spill off the east coast of Mauritius has highlighted the need for global adoption of international legislation that govern the seas and protect small island states and their vulnerable marine...
Stronger Risk Management on Health and Water Disasters in Wake of COVID-19 Pandemic
Stronger and more integrated risk management is needed on health and water-related disasters in the wake of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, experts heard...
COVID-19: African countries urged to promote a safe return to school
School closures implemented to protect students from COVID-19, are hurting them in other ways, while the long-term impact of this disruption to education could...
How video games are joining the fight to save the planet
As bush fires were raging across Australia in December 2019, players of Space Ape video games reached out to the company and asked what...
The impact of COVID-19 on agribusiness and the food industry in African and Asian markets
As the COVID-19 pandemic has unfolded, concerns over ensuring food security have been voiced in many countries around the world. While the crisis has...
Bridging Asia-Pacific ‘digital divide’ vital to realize tech benefits
Countries across Asia and the Pacific are using new technologies to contain the global pandemic and mitigate its impact, the UN’s regional socio-economic development...
European Citizens’ Initiative: Commission decides to register ‘Right to Cure’ initiative
European Commission decided to register a European Citizens' Initiative (ECI) entitled ‘Right to Cure'. The organisers of the ECI call on the Union ‘to...