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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 1d

In contexts where 1 in 4 people live under conflict, advancing the humanitarian-development-peace nexus is essential. I met with EU Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness & Crisis Management @hadjalahbib.bsky.social on the urgent need for early recovery & reconstruction in fragile settings.

Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 1d

Grateful to European Commissioner for Enlargement, @martakos.ec.europa.eu, for her recognition of the impact of @UNOPS.org projects. We discussed how we can further support accession countries on their path to #EU membership.

Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 1d

Met with State Secretary @nielsannen.bsky.social of @bmz.de to discuss development and humanitarian needs in fragile contexts. Grateful for the opportunity to deepen the strong partnership between Germany and @UNOPS.org.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 2d

Excellent meeting with President João Lourenço of Angola. We explored new opportunities for infrastructure cooperation in health, education, and energy. These are critical sectors for sustainable development.

Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 2d

I welcome the agreement to secure a ceasefire and the release of all hostages in Gaza. @UNOPS.org stands ready to help facilitate the immediate scale-up of urgently needed aid across Gaza. We are also ready to support recovery. Clearing roads, restoring power and water, rebuilding homes.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 3d

To address need for resilient transport corridors, my meeting w/ DG @magdakopczynska.bsky.social of @ec.europa.eu Mobility & Transport focused on concrete actions. We are moving forward, strengthening Ukraine's Solidarity Lanes & boosting connectivity in Western Balkans, fostering stability & trade.

Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 4d

This is a much needed boost to the Gaza fuel operation at a critical time, allowing @unops.org and our partners to continue supplying life-sustaining services with fuel, including for the hundreds of thousands of people remaining in Gaza City.

Tom Fletcher @tomfletcherun.bsky.social · 5d

I've allocated $9M from UNCERF to keep hospitals, water systems, bakeries, and vital services running in Gaza.

With no electricity, lives depend on this support.

If a ceasefire takes effect and we’re allowed access at scale, we’ll be ready to reach even more people – fast.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 4d

I met Leopoldine Huyghues Despointes at #UNGA a few weeks ago. A powerful voice for disability inclusion, she brings lived experience, global reach & deep commitment to assistive tech. A great choice of ambassador by ATscale! Welcome, Leopoldine.

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ATscale welcomes Leopoldine Huyghues Despointes as Goodwill Ambassador: A champion for disability inclusion and the transformative power of AT — ATscale

ATscale is proud to announce the appointment of its first Goodwill Ambassador.  Producer, actress, and advocate, Leopoldine Huyghues Despointes , made a series of appearances during her first ...

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 4d

End the suffering for all. I join the Secretary-General in his call for immediate & unconditional release of all hostages, for an end to the fighting, for a permanent ceasefire, for the provision of all aid to people in Gaza & for a credible process towards lasting peace.

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Secretary-General's message to mark two years since the attacks of 7 October 2023 [scroll down for Arabic and Hebrew versions] | United Nations Secretary-General

Two years ago today, Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups launched an abhorrent large-scale terror attack on Israel. The attackers brutally killed more than 1,250 Israelis and foreign nationals. M...

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 8d

Excellent meeting with World Bank’s Anna Bjerde ahead of this month’s #AnnualMeetings. Our partnership on infrastructure and procurement in fragile contexts and conflict affected countries is driving results. Supporting sustainability, resilience, and jobs where it's most needed.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 16d

A pleasure to meet Dr. Al Misnad, Qatar's Minister of State for Intl Cooperation. We value our strong collaboration with Qatar's MoFA & partners like Qatar Fund for Development to deliver crucial support in #Gaza, #Iraq, & #Sudan. We stand ready to expand our joint efforts in fragile contexts.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 16d

Today, King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) & @UNOPS.org signed 2 agreements to strengthen health systems in #Syria & #Ukraine. This is an important step forward in our partnership with @KSRelief & the government of #SaudiArabia, signed on the sidelines of #UNGA80.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 17d

We know #ClimateAction is urgent, achievable & profitable. We need higher ambition, $1.3T in climate finance & bold policies on renewables, efficiency, & mobility. @UNOPS.org stands ready to help nations turn these commitments turn into real implementation on the ground.

#UNGA80

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 18d

At the #UNGA80, leaders voiced concern over war and conflict. Peace is a choice, not an inevitability. Prevention, resilience, and development are the strongest tools we have and where @UNOPS.org delivers impact on the ground.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 18d

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' call to “never give up” must be met with action.

We renew our commitment to peace, human rights, climate justice, responsible technology, and a stronger, reformed #UN.

Now is the time to build the future together.

#UNGA80

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 19d

The #UN General Assembly is always an important moment. This time, it's even more important.

Conflict, climate, inequality. Reform, climate finance, and renewed diplomacy are on the table.

This week is an important week to give a boost to multilateralism.

#UNGA80

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 19d

This morning, at the opening of #UNGA80 I took part in the Climate Summit events on climate finance and adaptation.

The message is clear: we're not meeting the moment.

Trillions - not billions - are needed, with a decisive shift toward implementation and country-led solutions.

#ClimateAction

Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 19d

A constructive meeting with Türkiye's Deputy Foreign Minister A. Berris Ekinci at #UNGA80. We discussed advancing our partnership, from building resilient infrastructure for earthquake-affected communities to protecting the Black Sea, & deepening our cooperation on the #SDGs.

Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 19d

Meeting with Cyprus FM Kombos focused on ensuring reliable humanitarian access to #Gaza. Cyprus Maritime Corridor, delivering through @UNOPS.org-managed UN2720 mechanism, is supplying predictable, transparent aid when the people of Gaza need it most. We are ready to do more.

Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 21d

This morning, @UNOPS.org successfully delivered 92,000 litres of fuel to Gaza City. The fuel will support health facilities, water and sanitation services, and telecommunications.

This fuel is an essential lifeline amid the ongoing Gaza City offensive.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 25d

From health to climate resilience, @UNOPS.org empowers multilateral action through hosted partnerships that deliver results.

With trusted systems, global reach & operational agility, we help turn ambition into action for people & planet.

Read more about joining the @UNOPS.org family.

UNOPS @unops.org · 25d

Solving global challenges takes collective action.

Learn how our unique hosted partnerships model supports multi-stakeholder initiatives to scale up action on climate, health & the #SDGs, through an effective & efficient platform.

Meet the UNOPS family: bit.ly/47AP7OK

Platforms for multilateral action

UNOPS helps its partners provide peace and security, humanitarian and development solutions. Explore how UNOPS contributes to a more sustainable world.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · 29d

The needs of communities in eastern #Afghanistan after recent earthquake are immense.

@UNOPS.org is working with #UN & partners to respond & support a resilient recovery.

We stand with the people of Afghanistan & call for solidarity from intl. community.

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Statement on UNOPS response to the earthquake in eastern Afghanistan

Statement attributable to Jorge Moreira da Silva, UN Under-Secretary-General and UNOPS Executive Director.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · Sep 2

Through our new Strategic Plan, we will respond to the complexities of our current global development context – supporting our partners to deliver sustainable development and climate action.

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Jorge Moreira da Silva @chief.unops.org · Aug 28

Yesterday I addressed the @UNOPS.org Executive Board at a moment of deep global uncertainty.

Multilateral action remains essential. UNOPS stands ready to support partners in delivering concrete progress toward peace, prosperity, and a sustainable future.

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UNOPS @unops.org · Aug 26

From conflicts to the climate crisis, to growing inequalities ...
Our world is facing unprecedented challenges.

Hear from @chief.unops.org at #unopsEB as he reaffirms our commitment to delivering for communities around the 🌎 with practical solutions.

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