
Edward Vrkic
@edwardvrkic
UNDP Deputy Resident Representative to Papua New Guinea
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13-07-2015 12:53:14
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#UNDP is supporting Government continue the consultation process to establish an independent #Biodiversity and Climate Fund to help achieve Papua New Guinea's environmental ambitions. UNDP Papua New Guinea



Happy 76th #UnitedNationsDay. Proud to be working for the United Nations, an organisation committed to improving the lives of so many around the world. UNDP Papua New Guinea United Nations

Visited project sites in rural Enga Province today. UNDP working with local communities to access new markets, develop green commodities, protect biodiversity and adapt to climate change. #UNDP, #EU, UN Development


UNDP Papua New Guinea received its first Government cost sharing contribution this week. A great investment in climate action. Will further facilitate access to renewable energy and promote energy efficiency. UNDP Papua New Guinea


Great discussion at NBC live this morning on political representation, democratic process and empowering women candidates. Here with Yuambari Haihuie of Transparency Int’l PNG 🇵🇬 and Emmanuel Pok of IPPCC. Able to discuss UNDP’s continuing efforts to widen democratic representation #UNDPinPNG



Validating PNG’s national adaptation plan to guide efforts to respond to the impacts of climate change for communities across the country. UNDP proud to lead this work in support of CCDA and Government. Here with CCDA Deputy Jacob Ekinye #UNDPinPNG Green Climate Fund at today’s event.


Privilege to be involved in the induction of Parliamentarians for Papua New Guinea's 11th National Parliament. Here with United Nations Country Team colleagues at yesterday’s presentation of United Nations in Papua New Guinea work supporting communities and national development efforts. #UNDPinPNG


At today’s opening of PNG’s 11th National Parliament. Will be the site of critical action over the next five years as PNG heads towards 50 years of independence. UNDP Papua New Guinea proud to support parliamentary action through its governance and parliamentary programmes.


Offering opening partner remarks at PNG’s 2nd Climate Summit. As Government’s first, largest and longest serving partner on climate action, UNDP Papua New Guinea is proud to support PNG address climate impacts and biodiversity loss pngbiodiversity.org


Climate Summit adaptation panel discussion on the future of climate action in PNG. UNDP adaptation planning expert Ms. Takfulu Sariman, talking about UNDP Papua New Guinea important role in supporting PNG develop the region’s first National Adaptation Plan Green Climate Fund.


Catching up with Bougainville’s Chief Secretary, Shadrach Himata, in Port Moresby. Talking about UNDP Papua New Guinea efforts to support economic development, innovation and parliamentary strengthening. Strong emphasis on supporting youth, women and renewable energy.


Great to participate in the national launch of UN Development 2021/2022 #HumanDevelopmentReport. Analysis of growing global challenges driving uncertainty. Highlights impacts of COVID, climate and instability on countries seeing many slip against measures of education, health and income.





Happy #WorldEnvironmentDay 2023! This year’s theme highlights the urgency of addressing plastic pollution. Time to accelerate action and transition to a circular economy. UNDP Papua New Guinea working with Papua New Guinea to do this. It is time to #BeatPlasticPollution.

Thank you UNESCO PACIFIC for welcoming the #Samoa and #Fiji Multi-Country Office Resident Coordinators Themba Kalua & Dirk Wagener 🇺🇳 to discuss the important role UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳 plays in the region and how its programmes can enhance our collective impact.
