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Le livre de poche des statistiques mondiales est un rapport annuel de compilation d’indicateurs clefs dans les domaines économiques, sociaux et environnementaux présenté en portraits d’une page. Cette édition comprend les profils de 30 régions géographiques mondiales et 232 pays ou zones.

This report summarizes the actions taken by Governments and by the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) on precursors to prevent chemical diversion and to implement the provisions of the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances of 1988. The Report contains an account of the activities carried out during the reporting period; provides an overview of the major trends and developments in licit trade and trafficking in and illicit use of individual chemicals; contains a summary of seizures, cases of suspicious and stopped shipments, and diversions or attempted diversions; and details activities associated with illicit drug manufacture.

El Informe de los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible 2023: Edición especial ofrece un poderoso llamado a la acción, presentando una evaluación sincera de los ODS basada en los datos y estimaciones más recientes. Si bien destaca las brechas existentes e insta al mundo a redoblar sus esfuerzos, el informe también enfatiza el inmenso potencial de éxito a través de una fuerte voluntad política y la utilización de tecnologías, recursos y conocimientos disponibles. Junta, la comunidad global puede reavivar el progreso hacia el logro de los ODS y crear un futuro mejor para todos. Según el informe, los impactos de la crisis climática, la guerra en Ucrania, una economía global débil y los efectos persistentes de la pandemia de COVID-19 han revelado debilidades y obstaculizado el progreso hacia los Objetivos. El informe advierte además que, si bien la falta de progreso es universal, son los más pobres y vulnerables del mundo quienes están experimentando los peores efectos de estos desafíos globales sin precedentes. También señala áreas que necesitan medidas urgentes para rescatar los ODS y lograr un progreso significativo para las personas y el planeta para 2030.

Lorsqu’un pays sort de la catégorie des pays les moins avancés (PMA), c’est-à-dire lorsqu’il « est reclassé », il cesse de bénéficier des mesures de soutien international réservées aux PMA (dans certains cas, ces mesures sont disponibles pendant une certaine période après le reclassement, dénommée période de transition sans heurt). La présente note d’orientation présente une vue d’ensemble des effets attendus du retrait des mesures de soutien international spécifiques aux PMA au Cambodge, aux Comores, à Djibouti, au Sénégal et en Zambie. Ces pays ont atteint les seuils de reclassement du Comité des politiques de développement (CPD) pour la première fois en 2021 et, conformément aux procédures établies, ils seront à nouveau évalués en 2024, date à laquelle leur reclassement pourrait être recommandé.

The Statistical Yearbook is an annual compilation of a wide range of international economic, social and environmental statistics on over 200 countries and areas, compiled from sources including UN agencies and other international, national and specialized organizations. The 2023 edition contains data available to the Statistics Division as of 31 July 2023 and presents them in 33 tables on topics such as: communication; crime; development assistance; education; energy; environment; finance; gender; international merchandise trade; international tourism; labour force; national accounts; population and migration; price and production indices; and science and technology. Most tables covering the period up to 2023. Accompanying the tables are technical notes providing brief descriptions of major statistical concepts, definitions and classifications.

The Index to Proceedings of the Security Council is a bibliographic guide to the proceedings and documentation of the Security Council. This issue covers the seventy-seventh year of the Council including its commissions, committees and ad hoc committees. The Index is divided in two parts comprising the Subject Index and Index to Speeches. The Index is prepared by the Dag Hammarskjöld Library, Department of Global Communications, as one of the products of the United Nations Bibliographic Information System (UNBIS).

This publication assesses progress of UNECE countries towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, relying on the data available in the United Nations global SDG indicators database. Stories on specific topics provide a closer look at how various regional and country level actions relate to sustainable development outcomes. The assessment covers every goal and target for which there are data and for which it is possible to set a target value. The assessment looks at the trends at the regional level only. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development recognizes the pivotal role of the regional dimension in its implementation, follow-up and review. Actions at the regional level bridge the global and national levels, and provide the necessary focus for international exchanges of experience and peer learning.

This regular publication comprises the official record of all the resolutions and decisions adopted by the United Nations General Assembly during the course of its seventy-sixth session. (Supplement No. 49.)

This regular publication comprises the official record of all the resolutions and decisions adopted by the United Nations General Assembly during the course of its seventy-sixth session. (Supplement No. 49.)

This issue of the Population and Vital Statistics Report presents data for countries or areas on population size (total, male, and female) from the latest available census, estimated total population size for 2020 or 2021 (the later available year), and the number and rate of vital events (live births, deaths, and infant deaths) for the latest available year within the past 15 years (2007-2021). These data are presented as reported by national statistical authorities to the Demographic Yearbook of the Statistics Division of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs. This issue also presents population estimates for 2020 and 2021 of the world and its major areas and regions.

This handy statistical pocketbook provides an easy-to-use international compilation of basic economic, social and environmental indicators for 209 countries and areas worldwide. It covers 57 key indicators in the areas of population, health, surface area, refugees, national accounts, currency, international trade, communications, education, culture, labour force, industrial production, environment and United Nations membership based on over 20 international statistical sources. The layout provides an easy-to-view comprehensive statistical profile of each country or area; and the notes on sources and definitions on indicators provide a valuable guide for further research.

This handy statistical pocketbook provides an easy-to-use international compilation of basic economic, social and environmental indicators for 208 countries and areas worldwide. It covers 57 key indicators in the areas of population, economic activity, agriculture, industry, energy, international trade, transport, communications, gender, education and environment, based on over 20 international statistical sources. The layout provides an easy-to-view comprehensive statistical profile of each country or area; and the notes on sources and definitions on indicators provide a valuable guide for further research.

The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023: Special Edition provides a powerful call to action, presenting a candid assessment of the SDGs based on the latest data and estimates. While highlighting the existing gaps and urging the world to redouble its efforts, the report also emphasizes the immense potential for success through strong political will and the utilization of available technologies, resources, and knowledge. Together, the global community can reignite progress towards achieving the SDGs and create a brighter future for all. According to the report, the impacts of the climate crisis, the war in Ukraine, a weak global economy, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have revealed weaknesses and hindered progress towards the Goals. The report further warns that while lack of progress is universal, it is the world’s poorest and most vulnerable who are experiencing the worst effects of these unprecedented global challenges. It also points out areas that need urgent action to rescue the SDGs and deliver meaningful progress for people and the planet by 2030.

Intended for those who want to have a convenient ready source of statistical data, the World Statistics Pocketbook covers, among other areas, demography and labour force, national accounts, agriculture and industry, trade, finance and tourism, transport and communication, education and health and nutrition. Data is given by regions and for the world as a whole.

The world has seen extraordinary social and economic progress over the past three decades. Unprecedented gains in reducing extreme poverty, and improvements in material well-being have demonstrated the transformative potential of collective action. Despite these gains, societies across the world face deep challenges. Inequalities remain stubbornly high and economic insecurity is on the rise. Many people struggle to earn adequate incomes in precarious jobs and countless families remain one misfortune away from falling into poverty. Frustration with the status quo is fueling distrust and straining the very foundations of global solidarity. The evidence presented in the World Social Report 2025 underscores the need for urgent action: the risks of allowing the vicious cycle of economic insecurity, inequality and declining trust to persist are too high. A new policy consensus based on three guiding principles — equity, economic security for all, and solidarity — is needed to tackle today’s social challenges at their roots and accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals. The rationale and objectives of such consensus are set out in the Copenhagen Declaration and Programme of Action and in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Renewed momentum is now needed to translate this collective vision of sustainable development into action.

Prepared by the Board, this annual report presents an analysis of the information at its disposal and, in appropriate cases, an account of the explanations, if any, given by or required of Parties, together with any observations and recommendations which the Board desires to make. This report is submitted to the Economic and Social Council through the Commission, which may make such comments as it sees fit.

The close interconnection between the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda and children’s well-being needs to be made explicit. This year’s advocacy brief shares reflections focusing on the cross-sectoral approaches taken by Member States, highlighting how investment in a holistic approach to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) contributes to the prevention and response to violence against children and how addressing violence against children supports progress towards these goals.

This report summarizes the actions taken by Governments and by the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) on precursors to prevent chemical diversion and to implement the provisions of the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances of 1988. The Report contains an account of the activities carried out during the reporting period; provides an overview of the major trends and developments in licit trade and trafficking in and illicit use of individual chemicals; contains a summary of seizures, cases of suspicious and stopped shipments, and diversions or attempted diversions; and details activities associated with illicit drug manufacture.

This report summarizes the actions taken by Governments and by the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) on precursors to prevent chemical diversion and to implement the provisions of the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances of 1988. The Report contains an account of the activities carried out during the reporting period; provides an overview of the major trends and developments in licit trade and trafficking in and illicit use of individual chemicals; contains a summary of seizures, cases of suspicious and stopped shipments, and diversions or attempted diversions; and details activities associated with illicit drug manufacture.

This report summarizes the actions taken by Governments and by the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) on precursors to prevent chemical diversion and to implement the provisions of the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances of 1988. The Report contains an account of the activities carried out during the reporting period; provides an overview of the major trends and developments in licit trade and trafficking in and illicit use of individual chemicals; contains a summary of seizures, cases of suspicious and stopped shipments, and diversions or attempted diversions; and details activities associated with illicit drug manufacture.

The private sector, responsible for more than 60% of global GDP, is the largest player in production of goods and services worldwide. As a driving force behind innovation and the explosion of Generative AI (Gen AI), the private sector has a unique opportunity to lead the way in harnessing this technology for sustainable development. The Gen AI for the Global Goals report, developed by the United Nations Global Compact in collaboration with Accenture, equips private sector leaders with the tools needed to develop and deploy Gen AI responsibly while delivering significant business value. This comprehensive report features actionable strategies, real-world case studies and insights on managing the risks associated with Gen AI. In addition, the report highlights insights from private sector leaders on their Gen AI journey and provides ready-to-use resources to help businesses implement Gen AI responsibly.

Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The Gender Snapshot 2024 is the latest edition in an annual series produced by UN-Women and the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs. Covering all 17 Goals, the report highlights new data and evidence on gender equality trends and gaps. It finds that the world is still falling short on its commitments to women and girls. There are some points of light. They include declining poverty, narrowing of gender gaps in education and a push for positive legal reforms. Yet just six years before the 2030 deadline for the Goals, not a single indicator under the gender equality Goal has been fully achieved. Ending extreme poverty among women could take 137 more years at the current rate of change. No country has all relevant laws to prohibit discrimination, prevent gender-based violence, uphold equal rights in marriage and divorce, guarantee equal pay, and provide full access to sexual and reproductive health. Gender parity in parliaments may not be reached before 2063. The report stresses the high cost of not investing in women’s rights, and calls attention to proven solutions that benefit women, girls and entire societies. It champions radical action to shift the current trajectory and dramatically accelerate progress on gender equality and women’s rights.

Initialement proposé en 2020 dans le cadre du Plan d’action de coopération numérique (A/74/821), l’Organe consultatif de haut niveau multipartite sur l’intelligence artificielle a été créé en octobre 2023 en vue d’analyser la gouvernance internationale de l’intelligence artificielle et de formuler des recommandations. L’intelligence artificielle (IA) est en train de transformer notre monde. Les avantages que ce dispositif technologique peut procurer sont colossaux, qu’il s’agisse d’ouvrir de nouveaux domaines de recherche scientifique, d’optimiser l’utilisation des réseaux énergétiques, d’améliorer la santé publique et l’agriculture, ou encore de promouvoir plus largement la réalisation des objectifs de développement durable. Toutefois, en l’absence de gouvernance, les possibilités offertes par l’IA risquent de ne pas se concrétiser ou de ne pas être réparties équitablement. Si la fracture numérique continue de se creuser, seule une poignée d’États, d’entreprises et de personnes pourraient bénéficier de ces avantages. Les utilisations manquées, c’est-à-dire le fait de ne pas exploiter ou diffuser les avantages liés à l’IA en raison d’un manque de confiance ou de l’absence de catalyseurs tels que le manque de capacités et une gouvernance inefficace, pourraient limiter le champ des possibilités. La responsabilisation exige de mettre en œuvre les engagements pris en matière de gouvernance mondiale de l’IA afin de produire des résultats concrets, notamment en ce qui concerne le développement des capacités et le soutien aux petites et moyennes entreprises, de sorte que chacun puisse tirer parti des possibilités qui s’offrent à lui. Une grande partie se déroulera aux niveaux national et régional, mais des efforts supplémentaires devront également être déployés à l’échelle mondiale pour faire face aux risques et exploiter les résultats.

Technological advances have revolutionized communications, connecting people on a previously unthinkable scale. They have supported communities in times of crisis, elevated marginalized voices and helped mobilize global movements for racial justice and gender equality. Yet these same advances have enabled the spread of misinformation, disinformation and hate speech at an unprecedented volume, velocity and virality, risking the integrity of the information ecosystem. New and escalating risks stemming from leaps in AI technologies have made strengthening information integrity one of the urgent tasks of our time. This clear and present global threat demands coordinated international action. The United Nations Global Principles for Information Integrity show us another future is possible.

The SDG Progress Report for Asia and the Pacific 2025 provides a comprehensive assessment of the region’s progress towards the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and their 169 targets as well as the challenges and crises that are holding back progress in the region. Drawing on the latest data and insights, the report highlights successes, identifies persistent gaps, and offers actionable recommendations to accelerate progress. This year’s edition places a special emphasis on community-driven approaches to data collection and utilization, showcasing innovative examples. By exploring these localized strategies alongside broader regional trends, the report highlights the importance of inclusive, data-informed decision-making to drive sustainable development. A vital resource for policymakers, development practitioners, researchers, and civil society leaders, this report serves as both a diagnostic tool and a roadmap for action. With its in-depth analyses, practical case studies, and actionable insights, it contributes to the growing body of knowledge aimed at transforming global goals into tangible results for the people of Asia and the Pacific. Whether you are seeking to inform policy, guide implementation, or engage stakeholders in meaningful dialogue, this report provides the tools and evidence needed to make a difference.