Media Coverage
Are Aid Agencies Ready to Deal With War, Terrorism, and Crime in Cities?
After a half-century decline, the frequency and intensity of armed conflicts is on the upswing.
Blog Post
The Hardest Job Interview in the World?
What impact will candidates' dialogues with the UN General Assembly have on the process of choosing the next UN Secretary-General?
Blog Post
Peacekeeping in Cities: Is the UN Prepared?
The UN must do more to adjust its peacekeeping policies in order to meet the challenges posed by rapid urbanization.
Blog Post
All That Is Gold Does Not Glitter: Why a Better Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review Is Essential for Agenda 2030
How can the UN's Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review be used to help the organization better deliver on the Sustainable Development Goals?
Project
Time To Follow Through on India and Japan’s Promises
The drivers and the potential of a strong India-Japan partnership in the fields of economics, energy security and climate change, defence and security, and global governance.
Blog Post
Time for a Reset: Fixing the Faulty Humanitarian Appeals Process
The humanitarian appeals process has become too large and requires a more comprehensive contract between aid agencies and governments.
Media Coverage
What Comes After the War on Drugs?
Leading up to the UN General Assembly Special Session (UNGASS) on the World Drug Problem, UNU's new report asks "What Comes After the War on Drugs?"
Blog Post
Securing the Asia-Pacific: A Report From the CSCAP General Conference
The General Conference of the Council for Security Cooperation in the Asia Pacific highlighted the need for a stronger security architecture.
Blog Post
Disengaging Children in Violent Extremist Contexts
How can the disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration of child soldiers in violent extremist contexts be improved?
Media Coverage
Addressing Security and Urbanization in Fragile Cities
Fragile cities are a growing global risk.