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Rakhine: A Famine in the Making

Rakhine is on the verge of an unprecedented disaster due to a combination of interlinked issues. Restrictions on goods entering Rakhine, both internationally and domestically, have led to a severe lack of income, hyperinflation, and significantly reduced domestic food production. Essential services and a social safety net are almost non-existent, leaving an already vulnerable population at risk of collapse in the coming months.

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International Pride Awards honour five LGBTIQ+ equality heroes in Cape Town, South Africa

The first-ever International Pride Awards today honoured five remarkable advocates for LGBTIQ+ equality, celebrating them during a ceremony hosted by South African trans activist and artist Yaya Mavundla.

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Clean energy driving climate resilience for farmers in Sri Lanka

In Sri Lanka, climate change poses significant threats through droughts, floods and unpredictable weather, leading to crop failures and financial losses. With support from the Government of Japan, UNDP is promoting the use of modern, green agri-technologies in the country's dry zone regions.

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New Youth Co:Lab report, emphasizes the need for tailored support systems for Inclusive Youth Entrepreneurship in Asia-Pacific

Youth Co:Lab, an initiative co-led by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Citi Foundation's new report aimed to address the unique challenges faced by young entrepreneurs from underserved communities.

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Potato trading goes online in Bhutan

In Bhutan, UNDP is driving change by supporting digital solutions in agriculture. The newly opened Potato Trade Facilitation Centre, a first of its kind in the country, is transforming potato trading by enabling online auctions.

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Asia-Pacific City Leaders Gather for High-Level Policy Dialogue on Urban Governance for Sustainable, Resilient, and Equitable Cities

While the costs of green energy transition can be significant in the short run, they are nowhere close to the costs of delay or inaction.

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UNDP Asia Pacific’s Women’s Mentoring Programme, was a profound personal, and professional experience. Participants discovered how to lead and recognize their potential.

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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Mizuho Financial Group join forces to scale up sustainable finance in Asia

UNDP and the Mizuho Financial Group have entered into a partnership to support scaling up sustainable finance across Japan and Asia. This follows an announcement by the Mizuho Financial Group that it intends to raise USD 700 billion in sustainable finance by 2030.

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