18 February 2026 - 10:30 am - 18 February 2026 - 1:00 pmLocation :UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, FranceRooms :Room IType :Launch of a publicationArrangement type :In-PersonLanguage(s) :French, English
The ongoing war in Ukraine has displaced millions of people and put significant strain on local economies. Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), have faced major disruptions, leading to job losses, skill gaps and reduced income opportunities. In response, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), ...
A new ITC report shows strong support for the African Union certification scheme, highlighting quality as the top driver for its success in boosting regional trade.The African Union’s Made in Africa (MiA) label is gaining momentum across the continent, promising to reshape how African-made goods are perceived both locally and internationally. Launched in ...
UN Zambia Resident Coordinator Beatrice Mutali Delivering her remarks during the launch. UNDP Zambia/Cecilia Mubambe17 February 2026 — The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Panos Institute Southern Africa (PSAf), today officially re-launched iVerify Zambia 2.0, a national fact-checking and response mechanism designe...
17 February 202614:00 - 16:00 hrs. Intercontinental Hotel LusakaLocation: Lusaka, ZambiaAdd to CalendarKey IssuesOn 17 February 2026, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), through its Extractive Commodities Section within the Division of International Trade and Commodities, is organizing the launch of the report “Rapid assessment of value addition and divers...
In recent years, discussions around debt in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have often been framed by narratives suggesting that debt challenges stem primarily from excessive borrowing or ineffective policies. While these perspectives reflect real and important concerns, the latest evidence from the International Debt Report (IDR) 2025 p...
In the week ending 13 February 2026 the net position of the Eurosystem in foreign currency (asset items 2 and 3 minus liability items 7, 8 and 9) increased by EUR 0.8 billion to EUR 333.6 billion.The net balance of open market operations and standing facilities (asset item 5 minus liability i...
Washington, DC: The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with the Republic of Mozambique.[1]Mozambique continues to face a complex macroeconomic environment marked by subdued growth, fiscal and debt vulnerabilities, and declining foreign aid. At the same time, the country faces pressing develop...
The nineteenth session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions was held at UNESCO Headquarters from 17 to 20 February 2026.During this session, the Committee adopted the workplan and calendar for its future activities (2026–2027), in line with the five strategic orientations&nb...
As the world faces unprecedented crises, from conflicts to climate change, UNESCO has today announced 19 new projects worth $6.9 million to support emergencies around the world, thanks to Japan’s contribution. The new funds will strengthen actions in the areas of cultural heritage, education and access to information and will reinforce UNESCO’s role in e...
