World Development Information Day

Global trends and their future impacts: globalization and international cooperation in a transforming world-What are the likely impacts of current trends in globalization on the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals?-How can the Economic and Social Council rise to the challenge of strengthening a rules-based, fair, equitable and pro-sustainable development globalization and international cooperation that works for all?  The  2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)  will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministerial segment of the forum from Monday, 21 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, as part of the High-level Segment of ECOSOC. The theme of the HLPF will be " Advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals for leaving no ...

Reports Introduction-Introduction of the Secretary-General's reports on the theme of HLPF and ECOSOC, and on long-term impact of current trends on the realization of the SDGs. -Introduction of the report of the Committee on Development Policy UN at 80: the role of ECOSOC in leading action for a stronger and more effective multilateral system-As the UN commemorates its 80th anniversary, what opportunities and challenges lie ahead for ECOSOC to reinforce its leadership and core functions? The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York. The  2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)  will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Counc...

    Voluntary national reviews (VNRs) -Panel 4: India, Lesotho Adoption of the Ministerial Declaration Conclusion of the HLPF The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York.  The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York. The  2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)  will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministe...

The event will demonstrate how technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), geospatial tools, and integrated data systems are transforming SDGs monitoring and implementation. The Side Event on Leveraging Data and Technology to Accelerate SDGs Implementation, Monitoring, and Follow-Up brings together governments, development partners, and experts to explore how data and technology can drive progress toward the SDGs. Co-hosted by Thailand and Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with Germany, South Africa, ESCAP, and the UN DESA Statistics Division, the event provides a platform for knowledge exchange and peer learning on addressing key data-related challenges in SDGs implementation. Objectives To create an open platform to discuss science- and evidence-based solutions to SDGs implementation by sharing knowledge and experiences on integrating science, technology, and data into SDG implementation, while addressing the unique challenges faced by each country in achieving sustainable devel...

This event will explore how targeted initiatives like social protection and skills training can help build a more inclusive workforce and advance the 2030 Agenda. In a world facing climate change, conflict, and rapid technological shifts, inclusive and sustainable employment strategies are more urgent than ever. SDG 8 promotes decent work for all, yet many groups still face barriers to entering and thriving in the labor market. Watch the inclusive and Sustainable Jobs: How to Ensure Everyone Can Participate in the Labour Market (HLPF 2025 Side Event)! Side Events

Youth2030 Forward will serve as a key moment for reflection, learning, and collective action, spotlighting impactful field initiatives and charting the course for the second phase of Youth2030. The United Nations Youth Office, in collaboration with Permanent Missions of Costa Rica, Denmark, Kazakhstan, and youth networks, ICMYO, MGCY and Young UN, will bring together government representatives alongside young people and UN system representatives. A major highlight of the high-level event will be the launch of the 2025 Progress Report on Youth2030, offering critical insights into achievements and challenges at the strategy's midpoint. The Office will also unveil new initiative(s) designed to accelerate implementation, support SDG progress , and promote meaningful youth participation in national policy-making —particularly in alignment with the Pact for the Future. Watch the Youth2030 Forward: Advancing progress and scaling through shared learning (HLPF 2025 Side Event)! Economic a...

In alignment with the "Golden Indonesia 2045" Vision, the Government of Indonesia has prioritised the development of human capital by nurturing a healthy, smart, and productive generation. In alignment with the "Golden Indonesia 2045" Vision, the Government of Indonesia has prioritised the development of human capital by nurturing a healthy, smart, and productive generation. Co-hosted by Qatar, Finland, Bulgaria, Japan, Indonesia and UNICEF, this side event will highlight the importance of shared vision through the multi-sectoral approach for the effective implementation of the FNMP, where the eradication of malnutrition will not only help to achieve SDG 2, but also many other objectives related to SDG 3, SDG 4, SDG 5, and SDG 8. It will bring together representatives from government, development partners, the private sector, and civil society to share best practices and experiences, particularly within the framework of the SDGs in their own policies, strategies, an...

  Voluntary national reviews (VNRs) -Panel 1: Bhutan, Ghana, Iraq-Panel 2: Qatar, Nigeria-Panel 3: Bulgaria, Ethiopia The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York.   The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York. The  2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)  will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministerial segment...

   Meeting for parliamentarians participating in the annual HLPF session. Entitled Gender equality and health: fast forwarding progress, the Parliamentary Forum will focus on two Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that are under review at the 2025 HLPF, namely, SDG 3, on health and wellbeing for all, and SDG 5, on gender equality and empowerment of women and girls. Watch the IPU Parliamentary Forum at the 2025 HLPF! Economic and Social Council

   Voluntary national reviews (VNRs)  -Panel 2: Germany, Kazakhstan, Seychelles-Panel 3: Japan, Gambia (The) -Panel 4: Indonesia, Suriname The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York. The High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministerial segment of the forum from Monday, 21 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, as part of the High-level Segment of ECOSOC. The theme of the HLPF will be "Advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals for lea...

    General debate (continued)UN@80: Catalyzing Change for Sustainable Development. The 2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministerial segment of the forum from Monday, 21 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, as part of the High-level Segment of ECOSOC. The theme of the HLPF will be " Advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals for leaving no one behind " Five Sustainable Development Goals would be the focus of HLPF 2025: SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-Being SDG 5 - Gender Equality SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 14 - Life Below Water SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals The 2025 HLPF is expected to bring together ministerial and high-level representatives of governments, as well as ...

Introduced in 2020, the SDG 6 Special Event takes place annually during the High-level Political Forum giving space for discussion on water-related targets within the SDG 6 Global Acceleration Framework. At the mid-point between the upcoming 2026 UN Water Conference and the previous UN 2023 Water Conference - which saw over 800 commitments from governments, civil society, and the private sector under the Water Action Agenda - this Special Event will feature a discussion on how the inclusive and collaborative preparatory process driven by Senegal and the United Arab Emirates is building continuity and catalyzing global action for SDG 6 . Water Action Agenda commitment holders will discuss implementation and what enabling environments are needed for innovative solutions. Related Documents:  Agenda  and  SDG 6 and Water Action Agenda Special Event . Economic and Social Council

This side event will highlight how international volunteering helps achieve SDGs by empowering youth, boosting solidarity, and tackling environmental issues, ahead of the 2026 International Year of Volunteers. Related Document: Concept Note . Watch the A sustainable and inclusive solution for the 2030 Agenda: the contribution of international volunteering to the SDGs (HLPF 2025 Side Event)! Live Side Events

With the successful conclusion of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), the global community now has a critical opportunity to implement the Compromiso de Sevilla and advance a feminist, gender-transformative financing agenda. The conference marked a turning point in integrating gender equality into development finance, reinforcing that a gender-blind approach is no longer acceptable. To move forward, action must focus on three key areas: - Reforming the international financial architecture : Concrete steps must be taken to achieve gender parity in decision-making spaces, particularly within Multilateral Development Banks and international financial institutions. Ensuring women's full, equal, and meaningful participation in financial governance is essential to a just and inclusive financing framework. - Investing in the care economy : It is imperative to prioritize care as a public good. Countries should commit to building comprehensive, sustaina...

Watch the Strategies to ensure Sustainable Economic Growth through Disaster Risk Reduction (HLPF 2025 Side Event)! Side Events

    This side-event aims to address barriers faced by women and youth in all their diversity in accessing and equally benefitting from labour markets and entrepreneurial avenues. It will also highlight the role of inclusive trade, showcasing initiatives aiming to foster regional trade to contribute to sustainable development. Discussions at the event will explore policies, institutional and multi-stakeholder strategies to advance SDGs 5 and 8, ensuring productive employment, decent work and equal pay for work of equal value. Expected outcomes include stronger advocacy, knowledge sharing, policy recommendations, and innovative partnerships to boost women's economic empowerment within the 2030 Agenda. High-level opening (5 min per speaker)Mr. Petteri Orpo, Prime Minister of Finland Ms. Mayra Jiménez, Minister of Women, Dominican Republic Key note speech Ms. Sima Bahous, Executive Director of UN Women and Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations Moderated panel discussion an...

The High-level Dialogue on Adequate Housing, Side Event of the Ministerial Segment of the HLPF is co-hosted by the President of ECOSOC and the Executive Director of UN-Habitat. Opening Panel discussion - Segment one: the role of housing in poverty eradication Panel discussion - Segment two: the role of housing in promoting social inclusion Closing remarks and next steps The High-level Dialogue on Adequate Housing co-hosted by the President of ECOSOC and the Executive Director of UN-Habitat, convenes policymakers, housing experts, development practitioners, and advocates to examine the role of housing in promoting social justice, economic stability, democratic participation, and urban resilience . Housing is central to human development and social welfare, shaping both lives and physical environments while significantly influencing socio-economic progress. Adequate housing helps mitigate climate change and strengthens disaster resilience, particularly important for marginalized groups...

The event will examine the challenges rising food prices pose for achieving SDG targets 2.1 and 2.2 of ending hunger, food insecurity and all forms of malnutrition by 2030. The FAO and its co-publishing partners will hold a Special Event dedicated to The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World(SOFI) report on the margins of the ECOSOC High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) and preceding the report's launch on 28 July. The event will examine the challenges rising food prices pose for achieving SDG targets 2.1 and 2.2 of ending hunger, food insecurity and all forms of malnutrition by 2030. It will highlight progress towards SDG 2, the drivers behind recent food inflation, its impact on food security and nutrition, and policy responses needed to address these effects. Related Sites and Documents:  The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World  and  Event webpage ,  Watch the Special Event on Addressing High Food Price Inflation for Food Security and Nutri...

  General debate (continued)UN@80: Catalyzing Change for Sustainable Development.  The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York. The  2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)  will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministerial segment of the forum from Monday, 21 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, as part of the High-level Segment of ECOSOC. The theme of the HLPF will be " Advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals for leaving no one behind " Five Sustainable Devel...

Held on 22 July 2025 at UN Headquarters in New York during the High-Level Political Forum, this special event highlights how integrated climate and sustainable development action can drive accelerated progress toward the 2030 Agenda. Building on the outcomes of the Sixth Global Climate and SDG Synergies Conference, the event will feature the launch of three new Thematic Reports focused on: enhancing public health through resilient cities; protecting nature while advancing the SDGs and climate goals; and scaling up access to climate finance and insurance for vulnerable communities. With participation from governments, the UN system, civil society, and youth, the event will showcase concrete solutions and pathways to make climate-SDG synergies a catalyst for transformation. Watch Strengthening climate and SDG synergies for accelerated momentum toward 2030 (HLPF 2025 Special Event)! Live Side Events

Messages from the UN Environment Assembly Regional perspectives on SDG implementation. What strategies can be used to mobilize regional action and leverage regional frameworks to support countries in ensuring effective follow-up to the Summit of the Future for SDG achievement?  The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York. The  2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)  will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministerial segment of the forum from Monday, 21 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, as part of the High-level Segment of ECOSOC. The theme of the HLPF will be " Advancing sustain...

The Secretary-General will deliver a special address, outlining the economic opportunity of the energy transition. He will highlight the progress made since the adoption of the Paris Agreement a decade ago, the remaining barriers and obstacles that stand in the way of accelerated action, and the steps required to turbocharge a renewables revolution that can deliver clean and affordable energy for all. The Secretary-General's address will be accompanied by the release of a technical report prepared on the economic opportunity of the clean energy transition. The report will also identify the priority areas for action to accelerate this new age of energy powered by renewables, efficiency, and electrification. Related Sites and Documents:   "A Moment of Opportunity" webpage  and  Climate Action website . Watch A Moment of Opportunity: Special Address on Climate Action by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres! Meetings & Events

The 2025 SDG Global Business Forum will convene leaders from business, government, civil society, and other sectors to explore how to foster a more conducive policy environment to maximize the private sector's contributions to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. The Forum will also showcase innovative, field-driven actions that can inform and inspire future policy agendas. Related Documents:  Event Page , Watch the 2025 SDG Global Business Forum! Economic and Social Council

   Voluntary national reviews (VNRs) -Panel 3: El Salvador, Malta, Thailand-Panel 4: Czechia, Israel, Papua New Guinea The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York. The  2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)  will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministerial segment...

General debate (continued)UN@80: Catalyzing Change for Sustainable Development  The  2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)  will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministerial segment of the forum from Monday, 21 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, as part of the High-level Segment of ECOSOC. The theme of the HLPF will be " Advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals for leaving no one behind " Five Sustainable Development Goals would be the focus of HLPF 2025 SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-Being SDG 5 - Gender Equality SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 14 - Life Below Water SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals The 2025 HLPF is expected to bring together ministerial and high-level representatives of governments, as well a...

This High-level Side Event co-hosted by the peer learning countries Finland, Germany, Guatemala, Indonesia, Nigeria, Thailand and South Africa will shine a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of third-time reporters to this year's HLPF. The countries on the panel wish to share their experiences with ambitious VNR reporting and SDG delivery, and thereby motivate next year's cohort of VNR reporting countries to follow suit. The panel discussion also aims to contribute to the considerations for a framework beyond 2030. Related Documents:  Concept Note Watch the Voluntary National Reviews (VNRs) 10 Years on – Our Common Journey (HLPF 2025 Side Event)! Side Events

Watch from Silos to Solidarity- reshaping multilateralism for a fairer future (HLPF 2025 Side Event)!

Sustainable, inclusive, science-and evidence-based solutions to individuals, families and communities dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder (HLPF 2025 Side Event). Watch the Sustainable, inclusive, science-and evidence-based solutions to individuals, families and communities dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorder (HLPF 2025 Side Event)! Side Events

This timely event brings together distinguished leaders, diplomats, and climate experts to explore how developing countries have evolved from participants to pioneers in global climate governance . Objectives of the event: It's against this background that the Chair of G77 and China together with the UN Office for South-South Cooperation are jointly organizing, in the margins of the HLPF, a high-level policy dialogue entitled: " From Marrakech to Belem; Global South's role in shaping the climate agenda and Accelerating Climate Innovation ". The aim is to showcase the role and leadership of the global South in the climate talks with the dual challenges of (i) aligning the needs/priorities of the developing countries while maintaining a balanced and inclusive negotiation process; (ii) discussing different experiences related to the above-mentioned hosting challenges. During the session participants would have the opportunity to discuss and compile the lessons learnt fro...

HLPF 2025 Side Event organized by the Permanent Mission of Nepal and co-organized by FAO and UN Women. The side event will serve as a platform to amplify youth-driven solutions and promote inclusive, community-based action toward sustainable agrifood systems . It will emphasize the critical leadership role of young women in shaping development pathways and reinforce the importance of consultative policymaking involving youth to support the advancement of the 2030 Agenda. Framed around the principle of meaningful youth engagement, the event will emphasize the importance of youth leadership , particularly that of young women, in transforming policy into meaningful, community-level impact. The session will begin with a welcome and an opening address framing the discussion on youth-led policymaking, featuring a keynote by UN Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs, Felipe Paullier. The first segment will highlight the official launch of the youth recommendations paper, with reflecti...

This dialogue is made possible by the UN Peace and Development Trust Fund. UN DESA will organize a Global Policy Dialogue on the sidelines of HLPF exploring how we can guide integrated policy solutions to advance several of the SDGs under review at this year's High-level Political Forum: SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Drawing on the insights of experts including members of the UN High-level Advisory Board on Economic and Social Affairs (HLAB), the event will feature two high-level panel discussions, interactive polls and audience Q&A. It aims to generate actionable recommendations for governments and stakeholders to help restore trust, expand opportunity and accelerate SDG implementation through inclusive, people-centered policy innovation. Related Sites and Documents:  Concept Note . Watch Accelerating Social Progress to Boost SDG Implementation: A UN DESA Global P...

Ministerial Opening (with accessibility feed) President of ECOSOC; Secretary-General; President of the General Assembly; Keynotes; Youth representative General debate UN@80: Catalyzing Change for Sustainable Development. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York. The  2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)  will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministerial segment of the forum from Monday, 21 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, as part of the High-level Segment of ECOSOC. The theme of the HLPF will be " Advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for th...

Voluntary national reviews (VNRs) -Panel 3: Angola, Belarus, Dominican Republic-Panel 4: Bangladesh, Eswatini, Micronesia The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York.  The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development encourages member states to conduct regular and inclusive reviews of progress at the national and sub-national levels, which are country-led and country-driven. These Voluntary National Reviews, or VNRs, are presented at the HLPF meeting annually in July in New York. The  2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)  will be held from Monday, 14 July, to Wednesday, 23 July 2025, under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. This includes the three-day ministerial segment o...

  Side Event of the 2025 High Level Political Forum on SDGs: Keeping up the momentum for Agenda 2030. The side event will serve as a platform to present and discuss India's recent innovations, strategies, and achievements in advancing the SDGs. It will also be an opportunity to learn from the good practices of other countries in the Global South. It will bring together policymakers, development practitioners, international partners, and thought leaders to explore five thematic areas that exemplify India's integrated and inclusive approach to sustainable development. Through presentations, panel discussions, and knowledge-sharing, the event will highlight how convergence of government schemes, localisation of SDGs, digital public infrastructure, climate leadership, and South-South cooperation are driving transformative change. The session aims to foster dialogue, share best practices, and identify opportunities for collaboration to accelerate SDG implementation globally. The dis...