Sarah Cahill, Secretary of Codex Alimentarius, discusses the international body's vital role in "The Work We Do" podcast. Codex develops global food standards that ensure safety, proper labeling,

Sarah Cahill, Secretary of Codex Alimentarius, discusses the international body's vital role in "The Work We Do" podcast. Codex develops global food standards that ensure safety, proper labeling, and facilitate international trade.

The episode explores how Codex uses scientific evidence to protect consumers and build trust, addressing future challenges like climate change and novel foods. For more, subscribe to FAO on YouTube and follow FAO on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, and Weibo. Visit fao.org.

The 35th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) recently concluded in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. This session united countries from Europe and Central Asia to address critical

The 35th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) recently concluded in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. This session united countries from Europe and Central Asia to address critical challenges in climate, food security, and the future of agrifood systems.

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The event featured welcoming speeches from senior officials of FAO, ADB, IFAD, and the Thailand MOAC Secretary General. This was followed by an expert panel discussion with representatives from

The event featured welcoming speeches from senior officials of FAO, ADB, IFAD, and the Thailand MOAC Secretary General. This was followed by an expert panel discussion with representatives from Viet Nam, Saudi Arabia, and Africa (Kuza Ltd), highlighting the [Digital Villages Initiative](https://www.fao.org/digital-villages-initiative/en).

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On April 21, 2026, WECAN hosted "Indigenous Women Resisting Extraction and Building a Just Transition" during the 25th UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (#UNPFII). Speakers shared updates on

On April 21, 2026, WECAN hosted "Indigenous Women Resisting Extraction and Building a Just Transition" during the 25th UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (#UNPFII). Speakers shared updates on campaigns defending Indigenous territories from extraction, discussed the impacts of colonization, fossil fuels, mining, and climate disruption. They also showcased community projects for Just Transition and climate resilience, offering strategies grounded in rights, traditional knowledge, and sovereignty.

Our gratitude goes to the extraordinary Indigenous women leaders and advocates from Cameroon, Ecuador, Peru, and Turtle Island/USA. Their powerful voices highlighted critical issues and solutions.

For more details on WECAN’s advocacy and highlights from the UNPFII session, please visit our blog: tinyurl.com/WECAN-UNPFII2026-blog

The Codex Secretary offers vital guidance for dairy truck drivers on preventing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in milk. Learn about their role in ensuring milk safety and key farm practices

The Codex Secretary offers vital guidance for dairy truck drivers on preventing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in milk. Learn about their role in ensuring milk safety and key farm practices to observe.

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The Hand-in-Hand (HIH) Initiative drives agrifood systems transformation to eradicate poverty (SDG1), end hunger (SDG2), and reduce inequalities (SDG10). It uses advanced geospatial analytics and

The Hand-in-Hand (HIH) Initiative drives agrifood systems transformation to eradicate poverty (SDG1), end hunger (SDG2), and reduce inequalities (SDG10). It uses advanced geospatial analytics and robust partnerships to boost incomes, improve nutrition, and strengthen climate resilience for vulnerable populations.

The HIH Investment Forum 2025 is a key platform where member Governments present national agriculture and food value chain investment opportunities to investors, multilateral development banks, the private sector, and donors.

Mongolia's State Secretary, Jambaltseren Tumur-Uya, highlights HIH as an exciting opportunity for the country, detailing targeted sectors and how the initiative can revitalize them.

In a special ITU Future Innovators Podcast episode, Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin hosts ITU Young Professionals Programme (YPP) officers. As the Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26)

In a special ITU Future Innovators Podcast episode, Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin hosts ITU Young Professionals Programme (YPP) officers. As the Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26) approaches, they share visions for inclusive digital transformation, covering usable tech, ethical AI, bridging digital divides, and empowering youth in ICT standards and policies.

The ITU Young Professionals Programme is a two-year, hands-on initiative empowering brilliant young experts to bridge the digital divide and cultivate the next generation of global ICT leaders. ITU, the UN agency for digital technologies, drives innovation and connects the world through global standards and cooperation. Find out more about the ITU Young Professionals Programme: https://www.itu.int/en/action/youth/Pages/YPP.aspx

FAO champions multistakeholder partnerships to build sustainable food and agriculture systems, addressing hunger, climate change, and rural poverty. The World Banana Forum (WBF) exemplifies this,

FAO champions multistakeholder partnerships to build sustainable food and agriculture systems, addressing hunger, climate change, and rural poverty. The World Banana Forum (WBF) exemplifies this, showcasing the banana sector as a global model for inclusive, climate-smart value chains. This collaboration among producers, governments, and retailers advances sustainability, fairness, and resilience through initiatives like living wages and responsible purchasing.

This event aims to raise awareness of partnerships' role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promote the WBF as a replicable model for other agricultural sectors. For more information, visit the FAO Partnerships page and the World Banana Forum.

Team ITU participated in the World Economic Forum in Davos, emphasizing global cooperation, responsible AI development, and the future of digital skills. Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin

Team ITU participated in the World Economic Forum in Davos, emphasizing global cooperation, responsible AI development, and the future of digital skills. Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin highlighted the urgent need to bridge technology divides, build trust, and ensure emerging technologies are developed safely and responsibly, putting people at the center.

ITU experts launched major AI for Good reports, advanced AI standards for areas like deepfake mitigation and health, and showcased initiatives like the AI & Robotics Youth Training Program in Africa. They also championed AI literacy and lifelong learning through the AI Skills Coalition. ITU’s presence underscored the importance of inclusion, cooperation, and responsible innovation to ensure technology benefits everyone, everywhere.