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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · 1d

The world holds over US$460 trillion in wealth—an immense opportunity to accelerate sustainable development.

On 14 Oct, #ECOSOC and the Second Committee of the GA meet to discuss finance for systemic transformation. #SevillaCommitment #FFD4 bit.ly/3W1ALQm

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · 1d

As we mark #ECOSOC80, did you know?
The ECOSOC Chamber at @UN Headquarters is where global leaders gather to shape a more equal and sustainable world.

Today, it remains the heart of #ECOSOC’s mission — turning dialogue into action for people and planet. #GlobalGoals #SDGs

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · 1d

A pleasure meeting today with Mr. Li Junhua, USG for Economic and Social Affairs.

I briefed him on my priorities for my Presidency under the overarching theme of #DeliveringBetter.

I also expressed my appreciation for the strong support his Department provides to the work of the Council. #ECOSOC80

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · 4d

I am pleased to announce the 35 countries that will present their Voluntary National Reviews- #VNRs at the 2026 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development- #HLPF. These reviews will reflect our shared commitment to advancing the #SDGs. bit.ly/42ZSPOB #GlobalGoals #2030Agenda

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · 4d

📘 The 10th #VNR Synthesis Report is out!
At the #HLPF 2025, 35 countries presented their reviews—bringing the total to 402 since 2016.
#VNRs play a key role in monitoring progress, fostering learning, and advancing action on the #SDGs.
👉 bit.ly/4nZilvr

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Sep 3

Pleased to meet today with UN DSG Amina Mohammed. We discussed #ECOSOC’s central role in shaping the global development agenda & delivering better. Strengthening ECOSOC is key to advancing multilateralism, rebuilding trust and tackling global challenges — including delivering the #SDGs by 2030.

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 25

Pleased to meet today with @unpga.bsky.social H.E. Philemon Yang. Among other issues, we discussed the importance of ensuring coordination and collaboration between the principal organs of the United Nations. As President of @un-ecosoc.bsky.social, I also outlined my priorities for the coming year.

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 19

On this #WorldHumanitarianDay, we renew our call: Choose peace. Protect those who protect humanity. Respect international law. End impunity. #ActForHumanity

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 12

Youth are leading the charge for the #SDGs through advocacy and community engagement. On #YouthDay, let’s uplift their voices and amplify their impact. bit.ly/un-youthday2025 #YouthDay #Local2030 #GlobalGoals #2030Agenda

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 8

Honoured to meet H.E. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad, Minister of State for International Coop. of #Qatar on the margins of #LLDC3. We discussed bridging key divides, advancing social & sust. dev. , #WSSD2, #FFD4 follow-up, & strengthening partnerships accountability. #LLDCs #GlobalGoals #SDGs

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 7

At today’s side event on Agriculture & Agribusiness in #LLDCs, I stressed the need to scale not just investment—but impact: on livelihoods, nutrition, opportunity & sustainability. Let’s plant the seeds of transformation so all countries can thrive. #LLDC3 #GlobalGoals #SDGs

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 7

At the Women’s Leaders Forum, I stressed that despite the challenges—climate change, economic uncertainty, food insecurity, conflict—we must follow the example of women who persist with resilience and conviction. #GenderEquality #LLDCs #LLDC3 #SDGs #GlobalGoals

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 7

At today’s #LLDCs Nat’l Focal Points & UNRCs meeting, I stressed their vital role in turning the Awaza Programme of Action #APoA into real impact—by bridging global frameworks with national realities & aligning sectoral plans with its priorities. Their leadership is key. #LLDC3 #SDGs #GlobalGoals

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 7

Today I met with the #UNCTAD SG Rebeca Grynspan at the margins of #LLDC3 to discuss trade & investment in agri-food systems, access to markets, boosting productive capacity in #LLDCs, #FFD4, implementing the #SevillaCommitment, & strengthening collaboration between UNCTAD and #ECOSOC.

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 7

@un-ecosoc.bsky.social will support the effective implementation and follow-up of the Awaza Programme of Action -#APoA by enhancing UN system coordination and accelerating SDG delivery where it’s needed most. #LLDC3 #LLDCs #GlobalGoals #SDGs #2030Agenda

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 5

At the opening of #LLDC3 in Turkmenistan, I said: “We must build on the progress achieved in the last decade… to turn structural barriers into pathways for inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development.” #LLDCs #SDGs #GlobalGoals #2030Agenda
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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 4

At the opening of the #LLDC3 Civil Society Forum, I emphasized that from climate resilience to digital access, and from fair financial systems to supporting rural livelihoods, civil society is turning #GlobalGoals into local action. #LLDCs #SDGs #2030Agenda

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 1

I'm pleased to share the 2024–2025 Year in Review report, highlighting the @un-ecosoc.bsky.social’s work and achievements under the presidency of my predecessor Bob Rae. #GlobalGoals #SDGs bit.ly/3Hfl5Fc

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Aug 1

I stressed at the first organizational session of the @un-ecosoc.bsky.social that "Strengthening #ECOSOC must be our strategic priority not only as a platform for dialogue, but as a catalyst for delivery." #GlobalGoals #SDGs #2030Agenda bit.ly/450O49a

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Jul 31

Elected by acclamation as @un-ecosoc.bsky.social Vice Presidents for 2026:
🔹 Algeria – Amar Bendjama
🔹 Armenia – Paruyr Hovhannisyan
🔹 Dominican Rep. – Wellington Bencosme Castaños
🔹 Spain – Héctor Gómez Hernández

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Jul 31

#BREAKING

Lok Bahadur Thapa of Nepal ELECTED by acclamation President of the UN Economic and Social Council, @un-ecosoc.bsky.social, for its 2026 session (31 Jul 2025 – 31 Jul 2026) #GlobalGoals #SDGs

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Jul 29

The Management Segment of @un-ecosoc.bsky.social opened today!

On 29–30 July, the Council reviews reports & acts on key issues:
🔬 Science & tech
🌲 Forests
🚛 Transport of dangerous goods & chemical classification
👮 Crime prevention
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Indigenous issues
🇭🇹 #Haiti & more. #GlobalGoals #SDGs #2030Agenda

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Jul 25

As I close the #HLS of @un-ecosoc.bsky.social, I stress once again: “The SDGs are not just a framework or a checklist. They are a reflection of our shared humanity. They are about dignity, justice, and opportunities for everyone, everywhere in the world.” #SDGs #GlobalGoals #2030Agenda

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Jul 24

Happening now at the #HLS of @un-ecosoc.bsky.social. The #2030Agenda for Sustainable Development is at the heart of the current global framework to make globalization more equitable, inclusive & sustainable. Let’s align policies to achieve a fair globalization. webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1t... #SDGs

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Lok Bahadur Thapa, President, UN Economic and Social Council @un-ecosoc.bsky.social · Jul 24

The #HLS of @un-ecosoc.bsky.social continues today as we reflect on the future of multilateralism as the UN marks its 80th anniversary amid pressing global challenges. 📺Live at webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1y...
#UN80 #2030Agenda #GlobalGoals #SDGs

High-Level Segment of the Economic and Social Council, 37th meeting - 1) Reports Introduction; 2) UN at 80: the role of ECOSOC in leading action for a stronger and more effective multilateral system

Reports Introduction -Introduction of the Secretary-General's reports on the theme of HLPF and ECOSOC, and on long-term impact of current trends on the realization of the SDGs. -Introduction of the re...

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