End of an Era: Michael Best Recalls His Journey as the First Director of UNU Institute in Macau

Before Michael Best left UNU Macau, he shared experiences and memories in this institution, showing optimistic attitude about the Institute’s future.

Multilateralism in Freefall?

The key challenges that lie ahead for multilateralism and international cooperation at the UN.

Eleonore Pauwels

The Ethical Anatomy of Artificial Intelligence

Following the UN Secretary-General's establishment of a High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation, what will the governance of AI look like?

Using Data and Evidence To Achieve Target 8.7

Takeaways from a recent United Nations University Centre for Policy Research - Delta 8.7 symposium on Measuring Progress Towards Target 8.7.

Hiroaki Takiguchi

Ayako Shimura

A Concern in the Summer: 5 Facts on Heat Stress

Extreme heatwaves are happening with increasing frequency. They can have severe consequences, especially for vulnerable populations in urban settings.

Jiwon Kim

The Shia View of Dealing With ISIS Suspects in the Hands of Iraqi Justice

The degree of support among Iraqi Shia for current legal practices regarding ISIS suspects and their openness to alternative leniency approaches.