UN University Centre for Policy Research

The United Nations University Centre for Policy Research is an independent @UN think tank advancing innovative solutions to global public policy challenges.

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This panel explores the vulnerabilities of the current multilateral order and the innovative practices that could restore trust and strengthen global cooperation.

🕑 12:00 - 13:30 ET
🗓️Thursday, 4 June 2026
📍 Online
🔗 https://t.co/lDBXU2wfSQ

#Multilateralism #UNUCPR

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"Q-Day" may still be years away, but preparations must start now.

Dr. Murphy explores why the transition to quantum-resilient cryptography is a critical challenge for global governance, and development.

📅 11 June | 10:00 ET
🔗https://t.co/UgD7DbEGER

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This panel explores the vulnerabilities of the current multilateral order and the innovative practices that could restore trust and strengthen global cooperation.

🕑 12:00 - 13:30 ET
🗓️Thursday, 4 June 2026
📍Online
🔗 https://t.co/lDBXU2wfSQ

#Multilateralism #UNUCPR

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We are pleased to share that UNU-CPR has been featured in the latest “Act Now for a Peaceful World” campaign newsletter, featuring our Thematic Review on Youth, Peace and Security (#YPS) 🔗→ https://t.co/5CXTmHIwle

#UnitedNations

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Effective development is now the focal point when financing new development projects. But how is effectiveness defined in an environment shaped by shrinking aid budgets, widening inequality and growing fragmentation?

@nicolegoldin explains:

https://t.co/fJXXda7p0H

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Following the 2024 Pact for the Future, the UN has begun work on a new framework to measure progress beyond #GDP, recognizing that a nation’s progress is inclusive of their citizen’s wellbeing, sustainability and human rights.

Learn more here: https://t.co/p8FarTl06z

[UN University Centre for Policy Research @UNUCPR]

This panel explores the vulnerabilities of the current multilateral order and the innovative practices that could restore trust and strengthen global cooperation.

🕑 12:00 - 13:30 ET
🗓️ Thursday, 4 June 2026
📍 Online
🔗 https://t.co/lDBXU2wfSQ

#Multilateralism #UNUCPR

[UN University Centre for Policy Research @UNUCPR]

Fitch’s revised Sovereign Rating Criteria may help countries manage periods of acute debt stress without being pushed prematurely toward default.

Learn more here: https://t.co/ysuN3W5fB5

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The 2026 World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings put hidden debt firmly on the agenda. However, with hidden debt comes the question of overlooked assets.

Learn more here: https://t.co/xyRD5ffs8R

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Protection of Civilians (#PoC) Week comes at a time when peacekeeping operations are facing sustained financial pressure.

A recent UNU-CPR analysis examines what this means for continuity of civilian protection 🔗→ https://t.co/qXiOXRRHXW

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The United Nations has launched a new intergovernmental process to move #BeyondGDP as the primary measure of progress.

Calder Tsuyuki-Tomlinson examines developments 🔗→ https://t.co/p8FarTl06z

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Hidden debts are getting attention — but what about hidden assets?

As Attiya Waris argues, focusing only on what countries owe misses half the picture.

🔗 https://t.co/xyRD5ffZYp

#Debt #Inequality

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Fourth PBPSO–Geneva briefing with Paolo Fontana (PBC Support Branch) explored the Peacebuilding Architecture Review and the evolving role of the Peacebuilding Commission.

Photo: UN Peacebuilding Commission / UN Photo (representative)

#Peacebuilding #InternationalGeneva

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Fitch Ratings has revised its sovereign rating criteria — a technical shift with implications for debt governance.

Debt pause clauses may now face less stigma in credit assessments, particularly for countries facing liquidity stress. 🔗👇

https://t.co/ysuN3W5NqD

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In the third PBPSO-Geneva briefing session, hosted by UNU-CPR, the focus was on peacebuilding inclusion and impact.

Strengthening how we capture and use data is essential to ensuring that peacebuilding is understood, prioritized and acted upon effectively.

📸UN Photo

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In last week's PBPSO-Geneva briefing session, hosted by UNU-CPR, the focus was on peacebuilding inclusion and impact.

Bottom line: Advancing the WPS agenda requires sustained commitment.

Photo credit: UN Women

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In last week's PBPSO-Geneva briefing session, hosted by UNU-CPR, the focus was on peacebuilding inclusion and impact.

Inclusion is no longer about participation alone – it is about influence, follow-through, and sustained integration into peacebuilding systems.

📸: UNFPA

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UNU-CPR was pleased to co-host a side event on Building Government AI Capacity at the #STIForum2026 yesterday with @UNUCRIS, @UNPOG and @UNDP with the support of the Permanent Mission of Japan to the UN.

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As deal-driven diplomacy rises, UN peace operations may need to shift from large missions to sustaining fragile agreements.

New analysis from UNU-CPR: https://t.co/adtNXHKLU0

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🌐 In this Governance in Practice video, Kah Walla, CEO of STRATEGIES!, calls critical minerals a defining opportunity for Africa – but only if mining governance is transformed for African citizens and communities.

Watch the full discussion 🔗→ https://t.co/uVpwTznIMB

#GGI