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UNDP is the UN's global development network, an organization advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. We are on the ground in 166 countries, working with them on their own solutions to global and national development challenges.
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The functions of UNESCAP have been defined by the Secretary- General as follows:
- Promoting economic and social development through regional and subregional cooperation and integration;
- Serving as the main economic and social development forum within the United Nations system for the UNESCAP region;
- Formulating and promoting development assistance activities and projects commensurate with the needs and priorities of the region while acting as an executing agency for relevant operational projects;
- Providing substantive and secretariat services and documentation for the Commission and its subsidiary bodies;
- Carrying out studies, research and other activities within the terms of reference of the Commission;
- Providing advisory services to governments at their request;
- Developing and executing programmes of technical cooperation;
- Coordinating UNESCAP activities with those of the major departments/offices of the United Nations at Headquarters and specialized agencies and intergovernmental organizations.
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Today, UNESCO functions as a laboratory of ideas and a standard-setter to forge universal agreements on emerging ethical issues. The Organization also serves as a clearinghouse – for the dissemination and sharing of information and knowledge – while helping Member States to build their human and institutional capacities in diverse fields.
- Cultural Diversity
- Cultural Policies
- Sustainable Development
- Global Alliance for Cultural Diversity
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