United Nations Development Programme

The UN Development Programme launched two initiatives aimed at increasing investment and employment. UNDP Administrator Alexander De Croo warned that 800 million of 1.2 billion young people entering labour markets in developing economies over the next 15 years may not find jobs without policy action.

The 2026 Global Multidimensional Poverty Index says 1.2 billion people across 108 countries face overlapping deprivations in health, education and living standards. UNDP Administrator Alexander De Croo called the increase a wake-up call.

A UNDP report says more than 37 million people in Myanmar are experiencing overlapping crises linked to poverty, conflict, economic instability and disasters. It identifies major deprivation in health, living standards and access to essential services.