United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific. Executive Secretary: @UN_Armida.

Bangkok, Thailand
Joined June 2009
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A resilient future requires us to think across generations and sectors. This week's exchanges with @AARP, @SelwinHart and @giz_gmbh reinforced the need for integrated solutions to population ageing, energy transitions, climate resilience and sustainable urban development.
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Good to reconnect with longstanding and new partners this week @FinanceInCommon, EFSD and @Financegovpk. We discussed the Sevilla commitment & #FICS2027 conference, climate resilience, water, disaster risk and sustainable growth.
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SDPI in collaboration with @NEECA_Pakistan and with the support of and MECS programme, is convening a National Consultative Workshop on "Scaling E-Cooking Access in Pakistan". The workshop will deliberate on the opportunities, challenges, and enabling conditions required for accelerating the transition towards #ElectricCooking in Pakistan. 📅 15 October 2026 | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM (PKT) | Islamabad, Pakistan 🔗 Scan the QR code to register. Image Credit: [ChatGPT / Adobe / Umair Hassan] @Uba1drehman_7 | @ClimateCha2209 | @Financegovpk | @GovtofPakistan | @EPCCDpunjab | @DawlancePK | @HaierPakistan | @UNESCAP #ecooking #cleancooking #EnergyTransition
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A true honour to represent @UNESCAP at the Global Heat Forum 2026 in #Bangkok, joining partners to advance action on extreme heat and its growing impacts on people and communities! 🌏🇺🇳 #BeatTheHeat #ClimateAction #SDGs
☀️ How can we better protect people from extreme heat? At the Global Heat Forum 2026 in Bangkok, @UNESCAP joined partners to advance action on rising temperatures and their impacts across #AsiaPacific. Every action counts! #BeatTheHeat #ClimateAction
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Peace is built through the choices we make every day. I was pleased to join @IndiainThailand in commemorating #NonViolenceDay at @UNESCAP and honouring Gandhi’s legacy by renewing our commitment to dialogue, mutual respect and cooperation.
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Poverty is a joint priority, now and beyond 2030. We're grateful to @UNESCAP & Bhutan for co-hosting a UNGA side event with the Multidimensional Poverty Peer Network, making key bringing momentum & commitment to SDG 1 — 'No Poverty' — as an international priority. Read more ⬇️
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Energy security and the clean energy transition must go hand in hand. At the #SDG7 Action Forum, I called for greater investment in renewables, efficiency and interconnected grids to reduce fossil fuel dependence and build a more resilient energy future. #UNGA81
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🌎 Already turning an idea into a solution? Let us know about it! #GenerationHope Goals 2027 is looking for teams aged 14–24 with solutions advancing SDGs 4, 10, 12, 15 or 17 across #AsiaPacific. 👉 Learn more and apply now: bit.ly/Gen-Hope-Goals-2027 #ActNow
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Opening remarks are setting the stage for a day focused on accelerating implementation and measurable progress on sustainable energy, including the launch of the 2026 Energy Compacts Annual Progress Report. 📍ENERGYNOW #SDG7 Action Forum 2026 #UNGA81
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The Executive Summit on Sri Lanka’s Third Voluntary National Review (VNR) 2027 was successfully held on 8 September 2026. Organized by the Sustainable Development Council with support from UNESCAP 🇱🇰🌏 #VNR2027 #SDGs #SriLanka #SustainableDevelopment #2030Agenda #UNESCAP
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Poverty is more than a lack of income. Our solutions must reflect that. At #UNGA81, I called for a renewed commitment beyond 2030, using evidence and integrated policies to tackle multiple deprivations and ensure everyone can live with dignity.
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Equal pay requires practical action. Pay transparency, fair workplace policies & investment in care can help close gender pay gaps. On #EqualPayDay, let us commit to removing barriers that undervalue women’s work & make equal pay for work of equal value a reality.
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Lasting peace is built when women have an equal voice in shaping our societies. At the Asia Women Leaders International Summit, I called for greater representation, economic opportunity and leadership for women to build a more inclusive and resilient Asia and the Pacific. #AWLF
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A world free of cluster munitions is within our reach. In Vientiane, I delivered UN SG @antonioguterres' call to clear contaminated land, support survivors and uphold the Convention. Decisive action is needed now to end their devastating legacy for generations to come.
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What actually widens transport access? Join the first session of the UN Decade of #SustainableTransport Webinar Training Series for practical tools, policy approaches, and case studies. 📅 16 Sep, 2 p.m. GMT+8 🔗Register: bit.ly/4oUOYfz
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Physical borders may be shrinking, but digital borders are still being drawn. Addressing digital fragmentation requires dialogue, shared standards & practical cooperation that allows countries to benefit from the digital transformation,✍️@UNESCAP experts ipsnews.net/2026/09/bridging…
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The energy transition cannot wait. At the 16th APEC Energy Ministerial Meeting, I called for deeper regional cooperation to close #SDG7 gaps, strengthen energy connectivity and turn our shared ambition into an affordable, sustainable energy future for all.
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💡Don't miss this high-level #UNGA81 side event on renewing the global commitment to end poverty in all its dimensions as attention turns to the future of global development cooperation beyond 2030. Join Bhutan, the MPPN and @UNESCAP on 22 Sep: ophi.org.uk/event/beyond-203…
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SAVE THE DATE | UN Decade of Sustainable Transport Webinar Series Join the launch of this six-part webinar series exploring the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport’s implementation plan and practical actions for policymakers and practitioners set next Wednesday, 16 September 2026 from 14:00–15:30 GMT+8: adb-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi… For Focus Area 1: Ensure Access to Sustainable Transport for All where IRF Head of Advocacy and Outreach Alice Yiu will share insights on building transport systems that are safe, accessible, inclusive and responsive to the needs of all communities. For more details visit: irfofficial.org/event/52969/ #SustainableTransport #UNDecadeOfSustainableTransport #RoadSafety #InclusiveTransport
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AI is already transforming our societies. The choice is how we shape that change. We must bridge divides & expand opportunity. Through @UNESCAP's #CICTSTI, countries should strengthen regional cooperation & shape a future where innovation delivers benefits for all.
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