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17 Goals to Transform Our World
The Sustainable Development Goals are a call for action by all countries – poor, rich and middle-income – to promote prosperity while protecting the planet. They recognize that ending poverty must go hand-in-hand with strategies that build economic growth and address a range of social needs including education, health, social protection, and job opportunities, while tackling climate change and environmental protection. More important than ever, the goals provide a critical framework for COVID-19 recovery. Read more here
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GOAL OF THE MONTH
GOAL OF THE MONTHAhead of the launches of several key reports – including the UN Secretary-General’s policy brief on extractive industries (10 May), the World Economic Situation and Prospects Update (11 May) and the World Social Report (20 May), the Goal of the Month editorial looks at Decent Work and Economic Growth.
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