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13 Misconceptions To Avoid When Trying to Understand Water Bankruptcy
The architect of the water bankruptcy concept explains how it differs from water crisis and why the distinction matters for policy action.
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Call for Submissions: 12th Japan Youth Environmental Activity Contest
The contest aims to empower high school students to develop practical solutions for achieving the SDGs. The submission deadline is 27 October 2026.
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UNU-EGOV and MatosinhosHabit: Strengthening Public Sector Skills and Citizen Readiness for AI
Partnership explores how local communities perceive Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on their daily lives.
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UNU and University of Bologna Partner to Advance AI Education, Research and Policy
The new agreement will create opportunities for AI research and capacity development that support responsible AI innovation and evidence-based policy.
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The Promise of AI: Insights from the World Development Report 2026
On 22 October 2026, the World Bank Group Institute for Economic Development, UNU, JICA and JADE will co-organize a special event to discuss findings from the World Development Report 2026.
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The UN System in the Face of Globalization and the Role of Japan
On 30 October 2026, UNU and the UN Association of Japan will co-host a special event featuring a keynote speech by Ambassador Hisashi Owada.