🗨️ UNOSSC Director @DimaAlKhatib1 is at #SIDS 4 in Antigua and Barbuda: UNOSSC is committed to advancing sustainable development through robust #SouthSouth and #TriangularCooperation , particularly within the unique context of #SIDS and other groups such as #LDCs and #LLDCs .

Always a pleasure to meet Patricia Scotland KC . I thank The Commonwealth for the support to #SIDS & the collaboration on the #SIDS joint advocacy strategy and advocacy champions. I look forward to strengthening our collaboration to advance #ABAS , #DPoA & the new PoA for #LLDCs .

Great meeting with Sergio Colina Martin from Cooperación Española. I thanked Spain for its commitment to the causes of #SIDS , #LDCs and #LLDCs . UN-OHRLLS will rely on this support as we begin implementing the #ABAS , and for a successful #LLDC3 .

Pleasure to catch up with my good friend, India's Vice Min of External Affairs Pavan Kapoor at #SIDS 4 . I am grateful to 🇮🇳 for being a steadfast partner of #SIDS , #LDCs & #LLDCs . As co-chair of GoF of LLDCs & a key transit partner- I look forward to 🇮🇳’s continued support at LLDC3.

Was honoured to meet Yasushi Hosaka, Japan's Vice-Min for Foreign Affairs at #SIDS 4 . Grateful for Japan's steadfast commitment to the causes of #LDCs , #LLDCs & #SIDS . UN-OHRLLS looks forward to your continued support in driving the next decade of progress for SIDS thru #ABAS .

Honored to welcome over 35 high-level representatives of #LLDC member states, United Nations agencies & development partners in #Yerevan 🇦🇲 at our ministerial meeting.

High significance of transit-transport for LLDCs can’t be overemphasized & continue to remain high priority 4our countries.

Took part in the UN GA President Board of Advisors meeting on #LDCs #LLDCs #SIDS to discuss preparations for the upcoming SIDS4 Antigua & Barbuda. I stressed #Qatar support for climate resilience & adaptation & green growth initiatives, & underscored our readiness to work w/ the SIDS on priorities to

India has a long standing development partnership with LDCs and LLDCs, who have been at the core of India’s engagement with the #GlobalSouth , including during India’s G20 Brasil Presidency. Delivered a statements today in the #UNGA78 Second Committee on precisely this subject.
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Excellent discussion with Simon Stiell at #SIDS 4 . #LDCs , #LLDCs & #SIDS are on the frontlines of climate change & need urgent, targeted climate action & international support to enhance their resilience. The partnership between UN-OHRLLS & UN Climate Change bodes well for this cause.

Excellent meeting with Rebeca Grynspan on the sidelines of the SIDS GBN. Strong partnership between UN-OHRLLS and UN Trade and Development is necessary to deliver the new PoA for SIDS - #ABAS . I also thanked her for the continued partnership for #LDCs and #LLDCs .

Farewell the trumpets!*Clearing my office.. selected badges from 30 years of WTO-GATT from Heizel in 1990 to MC12, OCDE, Unctad, UN, FAO, Asem, LLDCs, WB, AU, EU business, NGOs, GFFA, G4, G7, G8, G20, G23 G33, GWhizz!!! Great memories… *Othello.

Good meeting with Kamal Kishore at #SIDS 4 . Congratulations on your appointment. I look forward to strengthening the partnership between UN-OHRLLS and UNDRR to reduce the impact of disasters & strengthen preparedness and resilience in #SIDS , #LDCs #LLDCs .

#WEDF in Mongolia, session on trade facilitation in LLDCs. International Trade Centre (ITC) expert Dr Saeed on the crucial importance of digitalizing supply chains and going paperless, also for sustainabilty.

This morning His Excellency, President President of Zimbabwe addressed the High-level Meeting of the Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs). He spoke on “Addressing the unique climate vulnerability of LLDCs through partnerships”. These countries are mainly covered by forests which are

#LLDC3 brings together leaders, policymakers, and experts to address the unique development needs of landlocked countries. By fostering collaboration and sharing best practices, we can build a more resilient and sustainable future for all LLDCs.

At the thematic event on Landlocked Developing Countries, Amb. Dai Bing underscored China’s commitment to sharing development experiences and opportunities with #LLDCs via #BRI and #GDI , ensuring shared progress towards sustainable development.

Addressed the ministerial meeting of Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) #UNGA78

Financing is a key to meeting LLDCs infrastructure needs.

Developing productive capacity & expanding export base is also crucial.

Improved trade facilitation is vital to address LLDCs trade

Glad to have in-depth discussions with Ms. Rabab Fatima @UNHighRep and Amb. Claver Gatete Permanent Mission of Rwanda to The United Nations on identifying key priorities for LLDCs’
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China will work closely with UN-OHRLLS & LLDCs to develop practical means to support LLDCs in achieving #SDGs .

In Rome, I had a wonderful morning round table discussion with fellow African Investment Promotion Agnecies (IPAs) directors on best practical ways to attract FDI for the Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), &Small Island Developing States

Highly vulnerable to climate change, African Small Island Developing States face common challenges & specific struggles.

Recognising the urgency, FAO has established an office dedicated to SIDS, LDCs & LLDCs.

Solutions lie in innovation, technology and partnerships.

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