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Previous Events
Lecture
Japan-ASEAN Bridges Event Series: Why Globalization Has Failed to Reduce Inequality
TOKYO: On 18 January 2024, UNU and the International Peace Foundation will co-host a lecture by Prof. Eric S. Maskin, Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences.
Event
Information Session for Prospective Students
ONLINE: This information session will provide insights into the learning experiences, ongoing research and unique opportunities at UNU-IAS.
Seminar
A Korean e-Government System Failure of an Unprecedented Scale in Nov. 2023: Outturn, Impact, and Lessons
The seminar discusses the impact and lessons of a major e-government system failure in Korea that caused public chaos and government response.
BIG IDEAS Series
The SDGs and Forced Displacement: The Last One Percent
ONLINE: On 16 January 2024, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Mr. Ayaki Ito, UNHCR Representative in Japan.
Seminar
Nexus Seminar Series N.73 – Navigating the Nexus: Empowering States and Communities toward Inclusive [Gender-Sensitive] Water and Climate Solutions
Exploring the water-gender-climate nexus, we'll examine how addressing water disparities empowers women, fostering inclusive development and resilience.
Symposium
The Role of Science in Building a Sustainable Society
TOKYO: This event will discuss interdisciplinary cooperation and citizen participation for achieving the SDGs.
Conversation Series
The Role of Education for Sustainable Development in Transforming Education
TOKYO: On 19 December, UNU will host a conversation with Stefania Giannini, UNESCO Assistant Director-General for Education.
Seminar
Nexus Seminar Series N.72 – The Role of Science in Bridging the Science-Policy Gap in the WEFE Nexus
The Nexus Seminar will provide some facts on what the science-policy gap is, why it exists and what needs to be done to address it.
Conversation Series
Peaceful Negotiation under International Law — Lessons from Timor-Leste’s Maritime Boundaries
TOKYO: On 18 December 2023, UNU will host a conversation with His Excellency Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão, Prime Minister of Timor-Leste.
Conversation Series
Climate Action: Can We Avoid Climate Tipping Points Through Global Cooperation?
TOKYO: On 15 December, UNU will host a conversation with Dr. Hoesung Lee, former Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.