Development diplomacy
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Development diplomacy is the highest priority of international relations. This is mostly performed through multilateral activities on a global and regional level. Both within the activities of international organizations (UN and its specialized organizations) and through other forms of (international) cooperation.
The most important issues are defined by The Sustainable Development Goals. UN resolution called Agenda 2030 is the universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, reduce inequality, and with a core principle ”leave no one behind”. Sustainable development can best be achieved if actors work together and contribute their experience, expertise and resources to realizing the common goals.
From our blog
Valencia flooding: Why did one of the leading smart cities fail on basic safety?
05 November 2024
Today, I attended a discussion on smart cities and human rights. In preparing for it, I stumbled upon a paradox that points to the heart of what we expect from technology. Valencia, widely celebrated as a leading smar...
15 reasons to govern AI with 17 SDGs
30 June 2023
Artificial Intelligence, Capacity development, SDGs diplomacy
Update on the occasion of the SDG Summit (18-19 September 2023) The SDGs need rescue to get back on track. Unfortunately, little is expected to change as a result of the current discussions at the SDG Summit in New...
Hosting UNCTAD in 2020: Small countries and big stakes
22 July 2019
Development diplomacy, Diplomacy of small states, E-commerce and trade, Internet governance and digital policy, Sustainable development
Barbados will host the 15th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) quadrennial meeting in October 2020. It will be the first small state to host the conference. According to the Prime Minister o...
[WebDebate #25 summary] Blockchain for development: a critical assessment
19 November 2018
Blockchain, Blockchain diplomacy, Development diplomacy, Diplomatic theory and practice, Sustainable development
In our November WebDebate, we looked at blockchain technology. The WebDebate included an introduction to, and overview of, blockchain technology, and a brief exploration of some emerging and popular use-cases and appl...
Training and courses
Events
Resources
2017
Leaving No One Behind in the Data Revolution (Briefing Paper #5)
The text offers policy recommendations and insights on cybersecurity, focusing on building resilience, fostering cooperation, and addressing challenges in the digital domain.... Read more...
2015
Why modernise official development assistance?
Most ODA continues to be provided in the form of grants. Nonetheless, concessional loans – in other words, loans provided on favourable terms to developing countries – are also important, and will continue to play a key role in mobilising resources to support the ... Read more...
2015
Information and communications technologies for development
The text discusses the role of information and communications technologies (ICTs) in development.... Read more...
2015
Uncertain Times
Not long ago, Latin America was a success story of economic growth. While advanced economies suffered a severe recession during the 2008–09 financial crisis in the United States and western Europe, followed by a weak recovery, emerging market economies were seen ... Read more...
2015
Transforming Our World: The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
Transforming Our World: The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is a comprehensive plan that outlines 17 goals aimed at ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity for all. It addresses challenges such as climate change, inequality, and peace and... Read more...
2015
Pricing the right to education: The cost of reaching new targets by 2030
This paper shows there is an annual nancing gap of US$39 billion over 2015-2030 for reaching universal pre-primary, primary and secondary education of good quality in low and lower middle income countries. ... Read more...
2015
Development Co-operation Report 2015: Making Partnerships Effective Coalitions for Action
The text discusses the importance of effective partnerships and coalitions for action in development cooperation as outlined in the Development Co-operation Report 2015.... Read more...
2015
Multilateral Aid 2015: Better Partnerships for a Post-2015 World
The message emphasizes the importance of improving partnerships in multilateral aid for a post-2015 world.... Read more...
