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❌ Developing countries aren’t in debt because they’re careless. ✅ They’re trapped by an outdated and unfair system. It’s time to reform global finance - centering #humanrights, not austerity. Economist Grieve Chelwa explains why 🎧 ⬇️ #DebtJustice #HumanRightsEconomy #SystemReform

In Kurunegala today to meet the Hon. Governor of the North Western Province, Mr. Tissa Kumarasiri Warnasuriya. We discussed how sustainable tourism and biodiversity conservation can drive inclusive economic growth & benefit local communities.

Visited one of Kurunegala’s many archaeological sites, a powerful reminder of Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage. Preservation must be strengthened and paired with sustainable income-generating approaches. UNESCO South Asia 🏛 #Education #Sciences #Culture UNDP in Sri Lanka

So very proud to read UNDP Pakistan Development Advocate in its 12th volume, with insightful content & diveree viewpoints as imagined at inception!

Grateful to Sarvodaya Sri Lanka for hosting yesterday’s civil society dialogue in Kurunegala. CSOs play a critical role in development & protecting rights. State must partner & facilitate rather than control their work.

Good meeting with PeradeniyaUniversity Vice Chancellor Prof. W.M.T. Madhujith about strengthening partnership between UN in Sri Lanka and universities to support progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

We called for a “new path” at #FFD4, so very glad to see the proposal of the Compromiso de Sevilla on debt, and of the United Nations SG’s expert group on debt taking shape today with the launch of the Forum on Debt at #FFD4 – with #Egypt, #Zambia, #Spain, Mahmoud Mohieldin and Paolo Gentiloni.

In 1945, a small group of women helped shape the United Nations, making the Charter the 1st international agreement to recognize gender equality as a human right. While women still face barriers to equality today, they continue demanding their rights, building a more just world for all.

I am appalled by the deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The last lifelines for survival are being cut off. Without an urgent influx of fuel, incubators will shut down, ambulances will be unable to reach the injured and sick, and water cannot be purified. The United Nations has a clear

Enjoyed being grilled on important global issues by some sharp young delegates from Sri Lanka Model United Nations! Their curiosity and commitment are impressive, and their voices, ideas and leadership will be vital to the future of the United Nations 🇺🇳🇱🇰

Watch UN in Sri Lanka Resident Coordinator Marc-André Franche as he discusses global crises, the visit of the UN Human Rights High Commissioner and the role of the UN in Sri Lanka. Full interview with Indeewari Amuwatte on Ada Derana #HydePark ▶️bit.ly/4kxnIjC

Great discussion with the Mayor of Colombo Vraîe Cally Balthazaar on how UN in Sri Lanka could support an Integrated Master Plan for #Colombo city, including through public-private partnerships. Inspiring leadership by Colombo's 2nd female Mayor!

Pleased to join Anura Kumara Dissanayake & his cabinet at the launch of #PrajaShakthi. Encouraged by its strong focus on tackling rural poverty, boosting women’s economic participation & improving service delivery—crucial steps for recovery & inclusive growth: prajashakthi.gov.lk

A pleasure to welcome IOM Asia-Pacific RD Iori Kato🇺🇳IOM & reaffirm our shared commitment to strengthen collaboration under the UN Network on Migration in 🇱🇰. Grateful for IOM Sri Lanka and the Maldives's leadership as coordinator & secretariat—key to delivering as #OneUN for migrants & the country.

Ever wondered how the UN system operates at country level? 🇺🇳 A new handbook by Swiss MFA walks us through how the United Nations works in practice 👇

Intl law is being eroded not just by violations, but by silence and complicity. Amid rising conflict, we need global leadership that defends human rights consistently—in every crisis, for every person. As #HRC59 ends, I urge govts to reflect & act for rights & #RuleOfLaw

No fuel in Gaza means no hospitals, no clean water, no food. Our statement. World Health Organization (WHO), UN Development, UNFPA, UNOPS, UNRWA, World Food Programme: unocha.org/news/un-warns-…

The UN’s key Sustainable Development Goals Report launched Monday by António Guterres, chronicles both progress and setbacks – showing that the world has made significant advances but is still drastically off-track to achieve the #GlobalGoals by 2030. news.un.org/en/story/2025/…

🌟 All set for an inspiring day of inclusion and opportunity! We’re excited to welcome our guests and kick off Pathways for All. A day dedicated to creating inclusive spaces and equal opportunities for Persons with Disabilities. #inclusionmatters #LeaveNoOneBehind

🔋Renewable energy is key to #LK's #NDC ambition of 70% clean power by 2030. This requires investment, policy commitment & resilient energy systems. United Nations continues to support 🇱🇰 through enhanced NDC 3.0 via the #ClimatePromise to drive a just, inclusive & green energy transition.