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25 Substantial declines in labour rights plague all regions, worsening prospects?
25 Substantial declines in labour rights plague all regions, worsening prospects for social justice From 2015 to 2022, the global average level of national compliance with labour rights declined by 7 per cent, with the average score worsening from 4.50 to
times higher than adult rates globally, at 13.0 per cent compared to 3.7 per cen?
times higher than adult rates globally, at 13.0 per cent compared to 3.7 per cent, respectively. While headline unemployment figures improved, persistent challenges such as working poverty and informal employment highlight ongoing struggles in realizing de
respectively. T ourism remains crucial for jobs, local ecosystems, peacebuilding?
respectively. T ourism remains crucial for jobs, local ecosystems, peacebuilding and poverty reduction through income generation and tax revenues. Challenges such as inflation, climate change, geopolitical conflicts and uneven economic recovery threaten th
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 26 Industry, innovation and infras?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 26 Industry, innovation and infrastructure • Since 2022, manufacturing sector growth has plateaued at around 2.7 per cent, a level expected to persist into 2024 due to the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pand
Between 2015 and 2020, the global share of manufacturing employment in total emp?
Between 2015 and 2020, the global share of manufacturing employment in total employment remained relatively stable at 14.3 per cent. It dropped to 14.1 per cent in 2022, impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical crises that profoundly affected man
27 Access to credit is vital for small enterprises, but only a small share can o?
27 Access to credit is vital for small enterprises, but only a small share can obtain it Small enterprises are the backbone of economies worldwide, providing job opportunities and supporting livelihoods across communities. Despite playing a pivotal role in
and was significantly lower than the global GDP growth rate of 3 per cent. This ?
and was significantly lower than the global GDP growth rate of 3 per cent. This deceleration can be attributed to the significant surge in clean energy technologies since 2019. Coal was the primary driver of emissions growth, contributing over 65 per cent
60 70 80 46.2 46.3World 49.8 50.6Eastern and South-Eastern Asia 45.7 48.0Europe ?
60 70 80 46.2 46.3World 49.8 50.6Eastern and South-Eastern Asia 45.7 48.0Europe and Northern America 33.1 35.2Central and Southern Asia 32.7 30.9Northern Africa and Western Asia 32.3 32.5Latin America and the Caribbean 27.9 24.7Australia and New Zealand 18
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 28 Reduced inequalities • Despite ?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 28 Reduced inequalities • Despite the economic disruptions of the pandemic, the global share of people living on less than half the median income has been declining due to social assistance programmes. However,
been internally displaced. Two different guide layers for two- and three-line ti?
been internally displaced. Two different guide layers for two- and three-line titles. Guides for edge of right-aligned text and bars are uniform (and account for space for other languages). Swatches are of full, 75%, 50% and 25% color. All bars should be 0
has not fully translated into higher labour compensation. Earnings from work are?
has not fully translated into higher labour compensation. Earnings from work are particularly important for less well-off and vulnerable people. At the same time, returns to capital have been rising, which can increase inequality as capital income is conce
29 Half of the most vulnerable countries face a widening income gap with the wea?
29 Half of the most vulnerable countries face a widening income gap with the wealthiest economies For the first time this century, half of the 75 most vulnerable countries – those eligible for concessional lending from the World Bank’s International Develo
international financial institutions, such as regional development banks, have n?
international financial institutions, such as regional development banks, have not undertaken any voting rights reforms since 2015 or announced plans to do so. The Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development in 2025 presents an opportunity
of remittances has fallen significantly. The global average cost of sending $200?
of remittances has fallen significantly. The global average cost of sending $200 decreased from 7.42 per cent in 2016 to 6.18 per cent in 2023. This is still above the 3 per cent SDG target, however. In 2023, the highest costs for sending $200 in remittanc
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 30 Sustainable cities and communit?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 30 Sustainable cities and communities • Over half the world’s population currently resides in cities, yet urban areas confront myriad complex challenges. Globally, approximately one quarter of the urban populat
Africa (265 million). Projections suggest that sub-Saharan Africa will experienc?
Africa (265 million). Projections suggest that sub-Saharan Africa will experience the most substantial proportional increase, with an estimated extra 360 million slum dwellers by 2030 if current trends persist. This emphasizes the urgent need for a compreh
country categories. If World, LDC, LDS or SIDS categories are spaced apart, 0p6 ?
country categories. If World, LDC, LDS or SIDS categories are spaced apart, 0p6 spacing from main regions. Number labels should be inside color bars (ideally) and 0p3 from edge. If outside, left-aligned and 0p3 away. Number line 0p2 below bottom bar. Strok
31 Air quality has improved but still falls short in terms of fully protecting p?
31 Air quality has improved but still falls short in terms of fully protecting public health Each year, an estimated 4.2 million people die due to ambient air pollution. Globally, the population-weighted exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) dropped
Australia and New Zealand. Share of population with convenient access to public ?
Australia and New Zealand. Share of population with convenient access to public transportation in urban areas, 2023 (percentage) 60.6 37.3 83.7 81.3 62.5 56.6 52.8 49.4 33.8 16.2 0 20 40 60 80 100 World Least developed countries Europe and Northern America
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 32 Responsible consumption and pro?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 32 Responsible consumption and production • Countries have made strides in meeting obligations under international environmental agreements on hazardous waste and other chemicals and implementing comprehensive
per capita each year across high-income, upper-middle-income and lower- middle-i?
per capita each year across high-income, upper-middle-income and lower- middle-income countries. Hotter countries tend to have higher waste per capita, possibly due to increased consumption of fresh food with substantial inedible parts and inadequate refri
edge of right-aligned text and bars are uniform (and account for space for other?
edge of right-aligned text and bars are uniform (and account for space for other languages). Swatches are of full, 75%, 50% and 25% color. All bars should be 0p6 wide with 0 spacing within country categories and 0p2 spacing between country categories. If W
33 Goal 12 | Responsible consumption and production More countries and companies?
33 Goal 12 | Responsible consumption and production More countries and companies are stepping up to report on sustainability measures From 2019 to 2023, 62 Member States and the European Union reported 516 policy instruments to accelerate the transition to
metric tons to 96.0 billion metric tons. The compound annual growth rate slowed,?
metric tons to 96.0 billion metric tons. The compound annual growth rate slowed, however, from 3.9 per cent in 2003–2012 to 0.8 per cent in 2013–2022. The global material footprint, representing raw materials extracted to meet final consumption demands, in
most, less than 50 per cent of countries can report data. Compound annual growth?
most, less than 50 per cent of countries can report data. Compound annual growth rate of material footprint and domestic material consumption, 2003–2012 and 2013–2022 (percentage) 1.3 1.6 0.8 0.5 4.5 3.8 3.7 3.9 0 1 2 3 4 5 MF DMC Regions with material foo
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 34 Reaching the $100 billion clima?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 34 Reaching the $100 billion climate finance goal is a milestone yet trillions are needed for national action plans Climate finance is crucial in backing global mitigation and adaptation efforts. Developed coun
of limiting global temperature rise to no more than 1.5°C. • The road map to hal?
of limiting global temperature rise to no more than 1.5°C. • The road map to halting warming at 1.5°C and avoiding the worst of climate chaos is clear but cannot afford any delays or half measures. Drastic reductions in global greenhouse gas emissions must
and removals from land use, land use changes and forestry (LULUCF CO2), methane ?
and removals from land use, land use changes and forestry (LULUCF CO2), methane (CH4) emissions, nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions and fluorinated gas (F-gas) emissions reported under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Source:
35 Another broken record – 2023 was the warmest year yet The world continues to ?
35 Another broken record – 2023 was the warmest year yet The world continues to shatter temperature records. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) confirmed that 2023 was the hottest year on record, with global average temperatures soaring to approxi
production and consumption of oil, coal and gas more than doubled between 2021 a?
production and consumption of oil, coal and gas more than doubled between 2021 and 2022, and more than tripled from their 2015 levels, reversing progress made between 2012 and 2020 and hindering the net-zero transition. All regions saw higher subsidies bet
annual mortality of 42,553 people between 2013 and 2022, a one-third decrease fr?
annual mortality of 42,553 people between 2013 and 2022, a one-third decrease from the annual average in 2005–2014. National long-term risk reduction strategies and plans, reported by 129 countries; the establishment of effective multi-hazard early warning
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 36 Life below water • Oceans face ?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 36 Life below water • Oceans face significant challenges from eutrophication, worsening acidification, declining fish stocks, rising temperatures and widespread pollution. All these factors destroy habitats, di
Central Atlantic at 51.3 per cent. In contrast, the Eastern Central Pacific, Nor?
Central Atlantic at 51.3 per cent. In contrast, the Eastern Central Pacific, Northeast Atlantic, Northeast Pacific and Southwest Pacific had the lowest proportions of overfished stocks, ranging from 16 to 24 per cent. Overfishing can harm biodiversity, eco
37 Sustainable fisheries’ contribution to GDP dropped worldwide yet several regi?
37 Sustainable fisheries’ contribution to GDP dropped worldwide yet several regions saw positive trends The value added of fisheries and aquaculture rose by 10 per cent from 2019 to 2021. The contribution of sustainable fisheries to GDP declined 5.4 per ce
increase in marine protected area coverage since 2000, largely due to the establ?
increase in marine protected area coverage since 2000, largely due to the establishment of very large areas exceeding 100,000 square kilometres. Progress has stalled since 2020, however. Reaching the 10 per cent SDG target by 2030 calls for effectively man
Asia 23.8 26.7 2000 Note: The figure for Central and Southern Asia in 2015 was 2?
Asia 23.8 26.7 2000 Note: The figure for Central and Southern Asia in 2015 was 26.5 per cent. Record-high ocean temperatures have triggered a fourth global coral bleaching event Rising ocean temperatures are raising new concerns for coral reefs, which supp
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 38 • Global trends underscore pers?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 38 • Global trends underscore persistent challenges to biodiversity and forests, despite their critical roles as planetary life-support systems. Global forest area continues to decline, primarily due to agricul
also demands a comprehensive approach blending regulatory measures, market incen?
also demands a comprehensive approach blending regulatory measures, market incentives and stakeholder collaboration to promote sustainable land management and preserve forest ecosystems. A national park manager surveys tree nursery saplings in a desert are
39 Risks to species continue to escalate globally Global biodiversity faces ongo?
39 Risks to species continue to escalate globally Global biodiversity faces ongoing threats, evidenced by a 12 per cent deterioration in the Red List Index between 1993 and 2024. Over 44,000 species, or 28 per cent of almost 160,000 assessed species, are c
species in 162 countries and territories from 2015 to 2021. This exploitation je?
species in 162 countries and territories from 2015 to 2021. This exploitation jeopardizes the survival of species and undermines ecosystem functions, especially when compounded by other pressures, such as habitat loss and climate change. Recent estimates i
and other ecosystem services, thereby undermining efforts to protect terrestrial?
and other ecosystem services, thereby undermining efforts to protect terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems. Furthermore, diminished forest and vegetation coverage increase soil erosion, heightening the risk of downstream landslides and flooding. Proportion
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 40 Peace, justice and strong insti?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 40 Peace, justice and strong institutions • Rising conflicts and violent organized crime persist around the world, causing immense human suffering and hampering sustainable development. The number of forcibly d
end, and parties to conflicts must strictly abide by international humanitarian ?
end, and parties to conflicts must strictly abide by international humanitarian and human rights obligations to protect civilians’ lives. A Palestinian family with their children flees their home in Rafah, in the southern part of the Gaza Strip. Two differ
41 Goal 16 | Peace, justice and strong institutions The experience of bribery di?
41 Goal 16 | Peace, justice and strong institutions The experience of bribery differs by national income level About 19 per cent of people reported being asked to pay or having paid a bribe to a public official in the last 12 months, based on 138 countries
three quarters of countries reported overcrowding. Globally, one in five countri?
three quarters of countries reported overcrowding. Globally, one in five countries operates prisons at over 150 per cent of intended capacity, with documented harm to health and higher rates of mortality. Proportion of countries where prisoners outnumber t
part due to new international challenges impacting economies, including global p?
part due to new international challenges impacting economies, including global political instability, inflation and volatile resource prices. Attempts to support economic activity and address social stresses have resulted in higher budget expenditure than
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 42 Partnerships for the Goals • De?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 42 Partnerships for the Goals • Developing countries face a $4 trillion annual investment gap to achieve the SDGs. Foreign direct investment flows to developing countries have decreased while gains in remittanc
year of record-high ODA. The increase was primarily driven by aid for Ukraine, h?
year of record-high ODA. The increase was primarily driven by aid for Ukraine, humanitarian assistance and contributions to international organizations. Net bilateral ODA flows to Africa increased by 2 per cent and to LDCs by 3 per cent. Global foreign dir
proposal of unlocking $500 billion in additional financing and investment annual?
proposal of unlocking $500 billion in additional financing and investment annually. Gary Ramirez presents an action plan to advocate for data on persons with disabilities. It was developed in a workshop for Organizations of Persons with Disabilities in the
43 Rising borrowing costs put developing countries at risk of debt crises In 202?
43 Rising borrowing costs put developing countries at risk of debt crises In 2022, the external debt stock of low- and middle-income countries fell for the first time since 2015, dropping to $9.0 trillion from $9.3 trillion in 2021. Even so, external debt
infrastructure and production. Despite these gaps, the long-term trajectory of d?
infrastructure and production. Despite these gaps, the long-term trajectory of data coverage score tracks upward. Based on the Statistical Performance Indicators (SPI), global scores on the Data Sources Performance Index and Data Infrastructure Performance
2023. Fixed broadband subscriptions grew at an annual rate of 6.4 per cent betwe?
2023. Fixed broadband subscriptions grew at an annual rate of 6.4 per cent between 2015 and 2023, reaching 19 subscriptions per 100 inhabitants globally. These connections are scarce in low-income countries, however, due to high costs and inadequate infras
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 44 SDG progress by target 5.1 Lega?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 44 SDG progress by target 5.1 Legal frameworks on gender equality 5.2 Violence against women & girls 5.3 Early marriage 5.4 Unpaid care and domestic work 5.5 Women in leadership 5.6 Reproductive health access &
clean industries 9.5 Research and development 9.a ODA for infrastructure 9.b Dom?
clean industries 9.5 Research and development 9.a ODA for infrastructure 9.b Domestic technology development 9.c Access to ICT & the Internet 10.1 Income growth of bottom 40 per cent 10.2 Income distribution 10.3 Eliminate discrimination 10.4 Fiscal & soci
45 SDG progress by target 11.1 Housing & basic services 11.2 Public transport sy?
45 SDG progress by target 11.1 Housing & basic services 11.2 Public transport systems 11.3 Sustainable urbanization 11.4 Cultural & natural heritage 11.5 Human & economic losses to disasters 11.6 Urban air quality & waste management 11.7 Urban green & publ
system (WTO) 17.11 Exports of developing countries 17.12 Duty-free market access?
system (WTO) 17.11 Exports of developing countries 17.12 Duty-free market access for LDCs 17.13 Global macroeconomic stability 17.14 Policy coherence for sustainable development 17.15 Respect country’s policy space 17.16 Global partnership for sustainable
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 46 Regional groupings This report ?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 46 Regional groupings This report presents data on progress made towards achieving the SDGs worldwide and by various groups. The country groupings are based on the geographic regions defined in the Standard Cou
2024) on selected indicators in the global indicator framework1 for the Sustaina?
2024) on selected indicators in the global indicator framework1 for the Sustainable Development Goals. The global indicator framework is used to review progress at the global level and was developed by the Inter- Agency and Expert Group on SDG Indicators (
not be comparable with previous data series. 1 T he complete list of indicators ?
not be comparable with previous data series. 1 T he complete list of indicators is available at https:/ /unstats.un.org/ sdgs/indicators/indicators-list/. 2 See the “SDG Ext ended Report 2024” at https:/ /unstats.un.org/ sdgs/ report/2024/ extended-report/
47 Credits Photo credits: Cover © UN Women/Christopher Herwig Page 8 © UN News/D?
47 Credits Photo credits: Cover © UN Women/Christopher Herwig Page 8 © UN News/Daniel Dickinson Page 10 © UN News/Daniel Dickinson Page 12 © UNICEF/Thoko Chikondi Page 16 © OCHA/Siegfried Modola Page 18 © UN Women/ Alain Gashaka Page 20 © UNICEF/Sergio Izq
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 48 In response to General Assembly?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 48 In response to General Assembly resolution 70/1 requesting the Secretary-General to prepare annual progress reports on the Sustainable Development Goals (para. 83), the present report was prepared by the Dep
“We have a rescue plan before us, in the [SDG Summit] political declaration. Now?
“We have a rescue plan before us, in the [SDG Summit] political declaration. Now is the time to lift the declaration’s words off the page, and invest in development at scale like never before.” 24-07025 ISBN 978-92-1-003135-6 — António GUTERRES SecretAry-G
Contents Foreword ......................................................... 2 In?
Contents Foreword ......................................................... 2 Introduction ...................................................... 3 I. Promise in peril .................................................. 4 II. Sounding the alarm: SDG progres
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 2 Foreword Halfway to the deadline?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 2 Foreword Halfway to the deadline for the 2030 Agenda, the SDG Progress Report; Special Edition shows we are leaving more than half the world behind. Progress on more than 50 per cent of targets of the SDGs is
to deepen, increasing the risk of a fragmented, two-speed world. No country can ?
to deepen, increasing the risk of a fragmented, two-speed world. No country can afford to see the 2030 Agenda fail. This report sounds the alarm, calling for a Rescue Plan for People and Planet. I hope the SDG Summit in September will agree to back this Re
strengthened multilateral cooperation and support for the United Nations develop?
strengthened multilateral cooperation and support for the United Nations development system. Most of all, it requires ambitious, decisive, committed action at the SDG Summit in September and the Summit of the Future next year. We are at a moment of truth a
3 Introduction Introduction We have entered an age of polycrisis. Conflict, clim?
3 Introduction Introduction We have entered an age of polycrisis. Conflict, climate change, the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and other global challenges are threatening to derail hard-earned progress towards the SDGs. While the worst of the C
are grappling with an unprecedented rise in external debt following the pandemic?
are grappling with an unprecedented rise in external debt following the pandemic, a situation compounded by inflation, rising interest rates, trade tensions and constrained fiscal capacity. Reforms of global governance and of international financial instit
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 4 Early efforts after the Sustaina?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 4 Early efforts after the Sustainable Development Goals were adopted produced some favourable trends. Extreme poverty and child mortality rates continued to fall. Inroads were made against such diseases as HIV
at the core of the international financial system to give the most vulnerable co?
at the core of the international financial system to give the most vulnerable countries and people a fair chance at a better future. It must deliver a rescue plan for people and planet. A. Delivering on commitments: where do we stand halfway to 2030? these
years to halt deforestation, while vast numbers of species worldwide are threate?
years to halt deforestation, while vast numbers of species worldwide are threatened with extinction. The lack of progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals is universal, but it is abundantly clear that developing countries and the world’s poorest a
5 Promise in peril 1 Heads of State and Government should recommit to seven year?
5 Promise in peril 1 Heads of State and Government should recommit to seven years of accelerated, sustained and transformative action, both nationally and internationally, to deliver on the promise of the Sustainable Development Goals. 2 Governments should
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 6 First, Heads of State and Govern?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 6 First, Heads of State and Government should recommit to seven years of accelerated, sustained and transformative action, both nationally and internationally, to deliver on the promise of the Sustainable Devel
all people. Third, Governments should strengthen national and subnational capaci?
all people. Third, Governments should strengthen national and subnational capacity, accountability and public institutions to deliver accelerated progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals mu
access to grants and long-term concessional finance as they transition to renewa?
access to grants and long-term concessional finance as they transition to renewable energy-based, climate-resilient, inclusive economies. It requires building on the lessons from recent efforts to mobilize private finance, including revising risk appetite
the Marshall Plan. This period also witnessed advances in global positioning sys?
the Marshall Plan. This period also witnessed advances in global positioning systems, modern air travel and satellite communications, as well as accelerated decolonization. Preventing widespread hunger and starvation in the 1960s galvanized investment in a
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 8 II. Sounding the alarm: Sustaina?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 8 II. Sounding the alarm: Sustainable Development Goals progress at the midpoint At the midpoint of the implementation of the 2030 Agenda, a sobering reality emerges: the world is falling short of meeting most
the midpoint Despite the challenges in securing timely data across all 169 targe?
the midpoint Despite the challenges in securing timely data across all 169 targets, considerable progress has been achieved in the availability of internationally comparable data: the number of indicators included in the global SDG database has increased f
for the 17 Goals based on assessed targets, 2023 or latest data (percentage) On ?
for the 17 Goals based on assessed targets, 2023 or latest data (percentage) On track or target met Stagnation or regression Fair progress, but acceleration needed Insufficient data 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 G17 G16 G15 G14 G13 G12 G11 G10 G9 G8 G7
9 Sounding the alarm National statistical offices are increasingly playing a coo?
9 Sounding the alarm National statistical offices are increasingly playing a coordination role, but challenges persist Empowered by the SDG data requirements, many national statistical offices (NSOs) have taken a bigger coordination or stewardship role wit
a reminder that we must prioritize gathering essential information on these crit?
a reminder that we must prioritize gathering essential information on these critical issues that profoundly impact our future and our planet. Furthermore, a significant challenge lies in the timeliness of data, with less than 30 per cent of the latest avai
Timeliness and disaggregation are vital components of data production, often nec?
Timeliness and disaggregation are vital components of data production, often necessitating the integration of multiple data sources. Bangladesh, with the support of the Data for Now project, has successfully generated poverty estimates for smaller geograph
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 10 Important partnerships are bein?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 10 Important partnerships are being established for better and more inclusive data for development Recognizing the diverse national capacities in data and statistics, countries agree on the importance of adopti
discrimination and government transparency. The Collaborative on the Use of Admi?
discrimination and government transparency. The Collaborative on the Use of Administrative Data facilitates the sharing of tools and experiences to support countries in utilizing administrative data for statistical purposes. Members of the Inter-Secretaria
enabling the government to provide credit to households affected by the energy c?
enabling the government to provide credit to households affected by the energy crisis. The Gambia’s national SDG 16 survey, which measures citizens’ satisfaction with government services, led to the establishment of a new ministry overseeing public service
11 Sounding the alarm Investing in better data is key to supporting a rescue pla?
11 Sounding the alarm Investing in better data is key to supporting a rescue plan for people and planet The need for data capacity building has never been so urgent, as countries face multiple crises on health, food, energy and climate, and need better dat
100% 61% data records in sdg global database 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 ?
100% 61% data records in sdg global database 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 1 Million 1.2 Million 1.4 Million 1.8 Million 2.3 Million 2023 2.7 Million 460,000 330,000 37%15% 48% on track stagnation or regression moderatel y or severel y off track Based
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 12 No poverty • If current trends ?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 12 No poverty • If current trends continue, 575 million people will still be living in extreme poverty and only one-third of countries will have halved their national poverty levels by 2030. • Despite the expan
per cent of upper- middle-income countries. The conflict in Ukraine has disrupte?
per cent of upper- middle-income countries. The conflict in Ukraine has disrupted global trade, leading to increased living costs that are disproportionately impacting the poor. Furthermore, climate change poses substantial threats to poverty reduction. By
13 Goal 1 | No poverty Amid overlapping crises, coverage and expenditures on soc?
13 Goal 1 | No poverty Amid overlapping crises, coverage and expenditures on social protection programmes remain low The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of social protection systems. However, in 2020, a mere 47 per cent of the global popul
services, including education, health and social protection, has increased over ?
services, including education, health and social protection, has increased over the past two decades. It accounted for approximately 53 per cent of total government expenditures globally in 2021, a rise from 47 per cent in 2015. This figure reached 62 per
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 14 Zero hunger • The number of peo?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 14 Zero hunger • The number of people facing hunger and food insecurity has been rising since 2015, with the pandemic, conflict, climate change and growing inequalities exacerbating the situation. In 2022, abou
hunger compared to other regions, Asia is home to the majority of people facing ?
hunger compared to other regions, Asia is home to the majority of people facing hunger. It is projected that more than 600 million people worldwide will be facing hunger in 2030, highlighting the immense challenge of achieving the zero hunger target. Globa
by the agriculture orientation index – AOI) fell from a value of 0.50 in 2015 to?
by the agriculture orientation index – AOI) fell from a value of 0.50 in 2015 to 0.45 in 2021. This decline was observed in all regions except Europe and Northern America, where stimulus packages of unprecedented scale were implemented by governments. Lati
15 Goal 2 | Zero hunger Despite dropping in 2021, the share of countries experie?
15 Goal 2 | Zero hunger Despite dropping in 2021, the share of countries experiencing high food prices remained above the 2015–2019 average Globally, the share of countries experiencing moderately to abnormally high food prices fell from 48.1 per cent in 2
being overweight – face heightened risks of poor growth and development. Despite?
being overweight – face heightened risks of poor growth and development. Despite progress in certain regions, child malnutrition remains a global concern that has been exacerbated by the ongoing food and nutrition crisis – with low- and lower-middle-income
the regions most affected – are needed to reduce child and maternal malnutrition?
the regions most affected – are needed to reduce child and maternal malnutrition. Number of children under age 5 who are affected by stunting, 2012 and 2022 (millions) 148.1 177.9 0.1 0.1 0.7 0.6 2.1 2.6 5.7 6.8 10.2 11.5 18.3 25.0 54.3 76.4 56.8 55.1 0 50
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 16 Good health and well-being • Th?
The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023 16 Good health and well-being • There has been some progress on improving global health in recent years. For example, 146 out of 200 countries or areas have already met or are on track to meet the SDG target on
sub-Saharan Africa had the highest lifetime risk (1 in 40) – approximately 400 t?
sub-Saharan Africa had the highest lifetime risk (1 in 40) – approximately 400 times higher than their peers in Australia and New Zealand. Between 2016 and 2020, LDCs and LLDCs saw significant drops in MMR, with an average annual reduction rate of 2.8 per
17 Goal 3 | Good health and well-being Progress on reproductive health continues?
17 Goal 3 | Good health and well-being Progress on reproductive health continues, with falling adolescent birth rates and rising access to contraception More women and girls now have improved access to sexual and reproductive health services. The proportio