The UN Global Compact hosted a flagship regional event in Sri Lanka, led by executive director Sanda Ojiambo.

The entities involved

• United Nations Global Compact →

  non-binding United Nations pact to encourage businesses to adopt sustainable and socially responsible policies

  Nothing else this week.

• United Nations →

  global international and intergovernmental organization

  • Escalating conflict involves Iran and Saudi Arabia, with fighting intensifying between Saudi-backed forces and Houthis. Karami warns of a firm response to miscalculation.Mon 17:52
  • The African Union established a joint mechanism on reparative justice.Mon 17:31
• Sri Lanka →

  island country in South Asia

  • China is deepening its cooperation with Sri Lanka by providing aid specifically for education and digital infrastructure development.Mon 17:27
  • Mikiko Tanaka, Harini Amarasuriya, and others discussed regional economic challenges and opportunities in Sri Lanka, focusing on women's economic empowerment.Mon 17:08

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• The United Nations pledges support and strengthens cooperation with Sri Lanka regarding climate risks.Sep 8
• Sri Lanka participated in the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 8, 2026.Sep 8
• The UN Resident Coordinator is representing the United Nations, coinciding with a launch event held by a Minister in Lilongwe.Sep 17
• Hristijan Mickoski delivered an address at the United Nations General Assembly on September 25, 2026.Sat 01:17
• Sri Lanka has historical contributions to the United Nations, and its High Commission is located in Canberra.Sep 17