The global economic context and its implications for the Sustainable Development Goals

After a prolonged period of slow growth, the world economy is experiencing a broad-based upturn. With headwinds from the global financial crisis and other recent shocks gradually dissipating, economic activity around the world has strengthened considerably. For the first time since 2010, all major economies are expanding in unison, albeit at varying rates. While some downside risks remain, overall, the positive momentum is expected to continue in 2018-2019, with near-term risks to the outlook broadly balanced.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Partnerships for the Goals