Western Balkan governments are racing to slow the spread of COVID-19. Along with the European Union, we’re supporting their efforts.

Across Yemen, restoring access to critical services – such as electricity – is desperately needed to improve health services and basic living conditions.

The publication explores how infrastructure is key to supporting peacebuilding efforts and fostering inclusive, sustainable and resilient development in fragile and conflict-affected states.

The report draws attention to the significant potential of infrastructure to protect communities from economic, environmental and societal crises that can lead to conflict and instability.

إن تحسين الوصول إلى الخدمات الأساسية يساعد في تغيير نمط عيش الشعب اليمني.

As the United Nations (UN) marks its 75th anniversary, UNOPS echoes calls for global solidarity to build a more equal, inclusive and sustainable future for all.

This booklet features essays written by UNOPS specialists, guest blogs from industry and government specialists, and articles previously published by The Economist. Together, they examine the critical role infrastructure plays in mitigating the impacts of climate change and achieving long-term sustainable development.

Under-Secretary-General Faremo delivers statement to the 2020 Second Regular Session of the UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS Executive Board, held virtually.

Statement by Grete Faremo, Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UNOPS, to UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS Executive Board Second Regular Session – 1 September 2020

The General Assembly is one of the six main organs of the UN – and the only one in which all 193 Member States have equal representation. During the General Assembly, Member States discuss and work together on a wide array of international issues covered by the UN Charter. The UN will also mark its 75th anniversary during this year's General Assembly.

COVID-19 has shown the importance of public procurement. Here's why transparency in public procurement is vital – and how to encourage it.