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UN Scientists Warn That Over 60% of Developing Countries Face Overlapping Socioeconomic and Water Security Challenges, Affecting 2 Billion People
One-third of the Global South nations are trapped in a triple crisis of poor water quality, high poverty and gender inequality, UNU report reveals
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Professor Patricia Justino Begins Term as Director of UNU-WIDER
Prof. Justino brings over two decades of experience conducting policy-relevant research on inequality, governance and inclusive development.
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Rush for Critical Minerals Echoes Oil Extraction Injustice as Harms Fall on World's Most Vulnerable, UN Scientists Warn
EVs, renewable energy systems and AI infrastructure have benefits but they are driving severe costs borne disproportionately by the poor.
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Event Discusses Community-led Approaches to Post-disaster Recovery
An event in Kanazawa City engaged citizens and local practitioners to discuss initiatives for sustainable recovery and resilient communities.
Events
Conversation Series
Addressing the Triple Planetary Crisis
Symposium
Celebrating 70: Japan-UN Cooperation, EXPO 2025, and the Future of Multilateralism
On 18 May 2026, UNU and UNIC Tokyo will host a special symposium to commemorate 70 years of Japan’s membership in the United Nations and to explore the next generation of multilateralism.
Event
Albania’s Membership Path to the European Union: A Public Dialogue with Prime Minister Edi Rama
On 22 May 2026, UNU will host a special event featuring a keynote address by the Prime Minister of Albania.
