World leaders call for faster progress toward achieving SDGs

UNITED NATIONS, Sep 24: World leaders attending the 78th session of the UN General Assembly's general debate have emphasized the need for intensified efforts toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with midpoint assessments falling short. The UN Secretary-

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Sustainably Financing Sustainable Development

The just-concluded United Nations Summit of the Future in New York, and next year’s Second World Summit for Social Development, aim to “chart a path toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and responding to emerging challenges and opportunities.” But the question of how to finance the necessary investments – particularly at a time when many countries are […]

Key SDGs facing slow progress: ILO report

The latest report of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) has indicated slow progress on key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In its newly-released World Employment and Social Outlook: September 2024 Update, the ILO has found upward pressure on inequality as the labour income share stagnates and a large share of youth remains out of employment, education or training.

World leaders reaffirm commitment to SDGs

World leaders on Monday reaffirmed their commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the SDG summit.

World leaders reaffirm commitment to SDGs

World leaders on Monday reaffirmed their commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the SDG summit.

Financing Options For Private Sector Growth

Nepal has embarked on an ambitious journey to achieve middle-income status by 2030 through the accomplishment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The 15th Development Plan has prioritised agribusiness, tourism, energy, industry and business segments as key sectors that are crucial for powering Nepal’s economic growth. Private investment has played an important role in the country’s economic development. However, private capital investment remains low, with overall Private Fixed Capital Formation-to-GDP standing at just 23 per cent in 2020 (World Bank). According to Nepal’s National Planning Commission, the financing gap for SDGs in the private sector is estimated to be Rs. 367 billion. Proliferation of actors

World should focus on promoting 'green energy': Minister Bhusal

Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Pampha Bhusal has said that more opportunities should be found with collective efforts to raise investment for 'green energy'. She emphasised that the world should focus on the promotion of 'green energy' by promoting climate finance. "The world should focus on the promotion of clean energy. That requires a collective commitment to climate finance," Minister Bhusal said while virtually addressing a session on "Unlocking climate finance for green grid investment" of the forum on “Climate Initiatives to Finance Climate Action and the SDGs" meeting held on Thursday in Bangkok, Thailand for the preparation of COP-27.

World will defeat COVID with science and technology: PM

Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has said that the world would defeat COVID-19 soon by using science and technology. Addressing the 9th Science Day event virtually, the Prime Minister, who is also handling the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, said the government had a plan to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from the investment in scientific research and its promotion.

Water: Multi-Dimensional Value

The World Water Day that falls on March 22 every year highlights the importance of water, raises awareness about the global water crisis and encourages the concerned bodies to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).