UNDP in Asia and the Pacific

Working to end poverty, inequality, and climate change and to advance the #GlobalGoals. Stories of transformation from Asia Pacific.

[UNDP Planet @UNDPplanet]

Every year, the world loses tropical forests at a rate that would not be accepted for any other system that the global economy depends on.

We must treat forests as the vital global infrastructure they are - and invest in them: https://t.co/eKxnMU8Lp1

#WED2026

[UNDP in Nepal @UNDPNepal]

In 2025 alone, the @UNDP-implemented @GlobalFund programme reached more than 412,000 people from key populations across #Nepal, helping expand access to HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and psychosocial support.

Behind these numbers are stories like Ram Prasad Sada's (now Parichan).

For years, Ram Prasad lived in fear of stigma and exclusion after being diagnosed with HIV. Today, she is not only continuing her own treatment journey but also helping others access care and support without shame or fear. People are now finding something just as important as medicine: dignity, trust, solidarity, and hope.

Commemorating the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (#IDAHOBIT), we reaffirm the importance of inclusive, representative, and accountable societies that uphold the equality, dignity, protection, and full participation of LGBTIQ+ people in all areas of life. At a time when discrimination and violence continue to threaten rights and civic space globally, standing in solidarity with communities and human rights defenders remains essential to advancing inclusion and justice for all.

Learn more: https://t.co/JWVzFEdCdT

#IDAHOBIT2026 #EndHIV #LeaveNoOneBehind

[UNDP in Asia and the Pacific @UNDPasiapac]

“We are from the wetlands. If all our mangroves are gone, how can we survive? We depend on the mangroves for food, and it also protects us from the sea”

For over six decades, these villagers in Papua New Guinea have fought a losing battle against the rising sea. This #WorldEnvironmentDay, see how they're: Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.

https://t.co/CBcUNvxXF9

[UNDP in Asia and the Pacific @UNDPasiapac]

This #WorldEnvironmentDay, @UNDPThailand, @Yuedpao, and @onep_thailand have kicked off the #IconsOfHope crowd funding campaign!
Together, we’re supporting community-led ecosystem protection in Thailand's most vital landscapes through @GEF_SGP.
Learn more: https://t.co/HXamSBbCr2

[UNDP in Asia and the Pacific @UNDPasiapac]

This is a story of cooperation and diligence, a vast array of expertise, a pool of talent and skills as wide-ranging and vast as the 40 million square km of ocean area they’re tasked to protect.

This #WorldEnvironmentDay🐟get inspired by a success story 20 years in the making.

Pacific Power: How regional cooperation transformed the world’s largest tuna fishery: https://t.co/MQwz9JVnri

[Kanni Wignaraja @kanniwignaraja]

At @UNDP, we often describe ourselves as an “end‑to‑end development organization.” from policy services to helping deliver local dev; catalyzing discovery to scaling innovation; capacity development to national systems and reform support....
Development rarely moves in a straight line, and at @undpasiapac we stay the zig-zag course.
What any one stakeholder or partner may see are 'moments': a new regulation, a solar plant, a health procurement.
What matters is how these connect to deliver on the promise and progress of human development.
To make the full chain more visible, some reflections shared here: https://t.co/JoUSKbqO2s

[Kanni Wignaraja @kanniwignaraja]

Inclusive urban futures are not built by eliminating informality but by enriching the best aspects of it!
Investing in new skills to enhance productivity, extending legal protections, and recognizing informal workers as central to essential urban services goes a long way to doing this.
Sharing some thoughts based on good practice in the Asia region on turning informality into opportunity: https://t.co/zUPxgrdeSR

[UNDP Planet @UNDPplanet]

Climate change impacts could reduce Cambodia's GDP by nearly 10% by 2050.

Through stronger climate policies and inclusive governance, see how @UNDP is supporting Cambodia to turn climate ambition into progress: https://t.co/2VMi565EyF

[@UNDP_Bhutan @UNDP_Bhutan]

ナロは、ブータンの高原地帯から生まれた新しいブランドです。気候変動に直面しながらも、脆弱な山岳生態系を守り、持続可能な生計を築くコミュニティの物語を伝えています。UNDP @GEF_SGP @TarayanaFoundn🤝 日本🇯🇵の支援を受けています。@keidanrenbdc

[UNDP Planet @UNDPplanet]

Impacted by climate, responded with nature, fighting for their future.

With support from PNG's Biodiversity and Climate Fund, local communities are taking action.

This #WorldEnvironmentDay, see how @UNDPinPNG is leading the way #ForPeopleForPlanet:

https://t.co/kyL6RkbY6j 🌱

[UN Development @UNDP]

Lives changed, dignity restored, conflicts resolved.

Together with partners, we delivered justice, protected rights and improved security in over 100 countries and territories.

Read our 2025 Highlights: https://t.co/iJZ1GamUDJ

#SecuringDevelopment

[UN Development @UNDP]

Access to justice, human rights and services is the foundation for security, especially in crisis.

See how we work with partners and communities across the globe to uphold the rule of law.

#SecuringDevelopment

[UNDP in Asia and the Pacific @UNDPasiapac]

Cambodia is among the most vulnerable countries to climate impacts. Climate change could reduce the country’s GDP by up to 9.8% by 2050.

Through stronger climate policies and inclusive governance, see how @UNDP is supporting Cambodia to turn climate ambition into progress ▶ https://t.co/hrVzYQ95cp

[UN Development @UNDP]

From government agencies to local communities, capacity building helps ensure climate adaptation efforts can endure, expand and respond to changing risks over time.

See why these investments matter: https://t.co/0jOgVbDOqW

#GEFAssembly2026

[UNDP Planet @UNDPplanet]

Reimagining a better future is the first step to building it.

Our just launched report shows how regional cooperation transformed the world’s largest tuna fishery.

This is what it looks like to #FinanceTheFuture: https://t.co/Qygz79L3eg

#GEFAssembly2026

[UNDP in Asia and the Pacific @UNDPasiapac]

Bhutan is bringing care into the heart of planning. With unpaid care contributing 10–16% of GDP, the Care Georeferencing Tool pilot in Thimphu will map needs, services, and gaps to guide timely, people-centered investment.

Read more: https://t.co/E7b7rvXvQm

[UNDP Planet @UNDPplanet]

Today, act for nature.

Tomorrow depends on it.

Andrew Taraha knows this.

See how @theGEF @UNDP_Solomons @GEF_SGP are working together to support Andrew and #FinanceTheFuture: https://t.co/vxoNMA6OAl

#GEFAssembly2026

[Small Grants Programme @GEF_SGP]

Are you at the #GEFAssembly2026?

Join us to learn more about the power of #LocalAction and how we're moving into SGP 2.0 - enhancing vision, expanding partnerships across @theGEF agencies, and strengthening synergies and scalability.

🗓️4 June, 18:30-19:30

#FinanceTheFuture

[Earth Negotiations Bulletin @IISD_ENB]

Council members had a busy first day endorsing the programming directions of GEF-9 and approving the last GEF-8 Work Program

Highlights ➡️ https://t.co/ymH3DZF1ts

#GEFCouncil71 #GEFassembly2026

[UNDP in Asia and the Pacific @UNDPasiapac]

The Youth Co:Lab Summit 2026: A Moonshot for Youth-led Leadership, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship marks a key milestone in the 10-year journey of youth empowerment. 🚀

📍 29-30 June at UNCC, Bangkok, Thailand

It will convene partners, policymakers, investors, and young changemakers to accelerate collective action, align resources, and expand pathways for youth-led SDG solutions, reinforcing our shared ambition to reach every young person, everywhere, by 2030 and beyond.

Learn more: https://t.co/Ab9f73azIW

This year, the event is co-organized by UNDP and @Citi Foundation, in partnership with @UNESCAP, the @commonwealthsec, CVC Capital Partners, @Microsoft, and @isdb_group

#YouthMoonshotSummit2026 #LiftOffForAll #YouthMoonshot #Youth2030 #FutureOfYouth