UN ECOSOC President

On World #TsunamiDay 2026, I called for greater investment in disaster preparedness, early warning systems and Building Back Better during recovery and reconstruction to protect lives and reduce damage. The Sendai Framework and Sevilla Commitment highlight the need for international support and financing to safeguard development progress. bit.ly/480KLPS #GlobalGoals #2030Agenda #SDGs

Honored to assume the @UNECOSOC Presidency from Ambassador Thapa and build on his achievements. The 81st session brings important priorities: accelerating #SDGs progress, preparing for the 2027 SDG Summit, implementing the ECOSOC/HLPF review, and reviewing ECOSOC’s subsidiary bodies to enhance its effectiveness. bit.ly/4iBt8uR #2030Agenda #GlobalGoals

I congratulate H.E. Amb. Lok Bahadur Thapa, former President of #ECOSOC (@LokThapa2071), on presenting the Council’s report to the #UNGA. I strongly support the five key priorities he highlighted: Moving from global commitments to tangible results, renewing trust and confidence in multilateralism, remaining steadfast in our commitment to leaving no one and no country behind, advancing innovative and integrated solutions for sustainable development, and strengthening ECOSOC. bit.ly/4j0EeLe #2030Agenda #GlobalGoals #SDGs

I had a productive meeting with Ambassador Sidharto Reza @suryodipuro, President of the Human Rights Council - @UN_HRC. We discussed ways to strengthen synergies between #ECOSOC and #HRC to accelerate the implementation of the #2030Agenda, advance the reform of #multilateralism, and promote greater coherence across the different pillars of the @UN.

Pleased to meet with Ms. @Tatiana_Molcean, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of @UNECE. We discussed enhancing the effectiveness of ECOSOC towards action-oriented development and stronger international cooperation ahead of the #SDGSummit.

Pleasure meeting with Ms. Jan Beagle, Director-General of @IDLO (@JanMBeagle). We discussed the important role of effective multilateral cooperation in strengthening the #RuleofLaw and ensuring access to justice to advance the #2030Agenda.

I stressed today at the joint meeting of the 2nd Committee and #ECOSOC that the resources needed to achieve sustainable development exist, but they are not reaching countries and communities at the scale, speed and affordability required. The commitments made in Sevilla must be translated into action. Let us seize this opportunity to close the financing gap, accelerate SDG action, and build a more resilient, inclusive and sustainable future for all.” #GlobalGoals #SDGs #2030Agenda bit.ly/4eH0qr7

🏠 A safe home is not just a place to live - it is the foundation of dignity, security, and opportunity. On #EndPoverty Day, let's advance safe, affordable housing and social inclusion so everyone has the chance to build a better future. bit.ly/povertyday2026 #EndPoverty #SafeHomesForAll #DohaDeclaration

Now more than ever, we are reminded that the food systems of tomorrow are shaped by the actions and decisions we take today. Innovation can turn challenges into opportunities when everyone, everywhere, has access to new ideas and solutions. Together, we can embrace innovation today to build a more sustainable, resilient, and food-secure future for generations to come. @FAO #AgInnovation #4Betters youtu.be/NV38pKIj9rU?si=8Kwm…

The role of #RuralWomen in our world is crucial, yet they are facing challenges that deeply impact their rights and resilience. We must take action to support them by: 🗣️ Promoting rural women’s livelihoods, leadership, and rights
💲 Scaling up investments in rural areas
❌ Eliminating discriminatory laws and practices Let’s empower rural women to build a more equitable, just, and sustainable planet for everyone 🌍 #Beijing30 @UN_Women

On 13 October, the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction reminds us: #ResilienceStartsAtHome. No one should have to choose between safety and affordability. Governments, businesses and households all play a part in making homes safer. Investing in resilient homes protects lives and advances the #SDGs, leaving no one behind. #DRRDay

I had a productive meeting with Dr. Björn Holmberg, the Executive Director of the Dag Hammarskjöld Foundation. We exchanged views on UN development reform system, including quality funding, country configuration and the regional reset.

Pleased to meet with Kenya’s PR in Geneva Ambassador Fancy Too, President of #UNCTAD’s Trade and Development Board, to explore closer cooperation between the two bodies on #AI, #debt and #FFD.

It was an honor to meet today with UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed. (@AminaJMohammed) We discussed the UN development system reform, financing for development and #AI’s role in advancing the #SDGs. #GlobalGoals #2030Agenda

I delivered today an opening statement at the “High-level Meeting on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response.” I stressed that pandemics preparedness is crucial for advancing the #2030Agenda. It can advance progress across #SDGs, reduce inequalities and vulnerabilities. This calls for integrated and adequately financed action, with equity and sustained investment in resilient health systems, technology access, prevention and early warning. #GlobalGoals

At the Ministerial-Level Meeting of the Ad Hoc Advisory Group on Haiti, I stressed that, as the #2030Agenda for Sustainable Development reminds us, there can be no sustainable development without peace and no peace without sustainable development.  To restore stability in Haiti, we need to address the root causes of instability in a comprehensive, coordinated and sustained manner. This will also require that the Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan is adequately funded.  Our efforts must focus on the most vulnerable to ensure no one is left behind. These include, in particular, women, children and internally displaced persons. #GlobalGoals #SDGs #HaitiCantWait 🔗bit.ly/4ydBDCX

The voices and priorities of #LDCs must remain at the centre of our agenda. Leaving no one behind must also mean leaving no country behind.  All LDCs must be fully engaged in shaping the Midterm Review of the Doha Programme of Action. Women, young people, civil society, the private sector must be part of the solution. #GlobalGoals #SDGs #2030Agenda 🔗 bit.ly/4yMSex6