Asia and the Pacific

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PARTNERS AT CORE

Core is a general fund – it's flexible, unlike money labeled for specific projects. UNDP's core resources have had a profound impact on development across Asia and the Pacific, and the world. Here are some of the stories funded by core resources:

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Sixty years of UNDP exercising core for human development

UNDP marks its 60th anniversary, the occasion provides an opportunity to reflect on its genesis and the founding mandate to advance and accompany developing country progress - not sector by sector, but to reduce human poverty and deprivation and advance the human development condition for all.

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Shaken and Strained

The long road to recovery will require a concerted effort to rebuild infrastructure, restore livelihoods, and address the many existing needs of the vulnerable.

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Transforming Visions into Ventures for the Future of Entrepreneurship

Youth Co:Lab has provided ongoing support for 28,000 young social entrepreneurs through training, mentorship, and opportunities for global exposure.

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Supporting Safe Deliveries in Remote Villages of Afghanistan

UNDP and UNFPA collaborated to install solar power systems in 60 Family Health Houses (FHHs) across Afghanistan.

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The Inequality of Climate Injustice

The Inequality of Climate Injustice: A Dive into Pakistan’s North

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What we do

UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. UNDP in Asia and the Pacific delivers country and regional programmes in 36 countries through 25 UNDP Country Offices and the Bangkok Regional Hub to help countries achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.