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At the 4th Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum #RIHF my message was clear: in a world of overlapping crises, we must act faster, scale smarter, and break down silos. Coordination is not optional, it’s essential. Crisis prevention, humanitarian aid, and development must work as one to drive sustainable impact. I highlighted how UNOPS strengthens local supply chains through sustainable procurement and partnerships, ensuring resilience and sustainability in crisis response. Stronger local supply chains mean faster, more effective humanitarian action. We must raise ambition and global solidarity in the response to ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Sudan, Syria, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Myanmar, Moçambique, Haiti, Somalia, Ukraine and many more. I also had productive discussions throughout the day reinforcing the importance of collaboration: 🔹 With Saudi Fund for Development CEO Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad – We explored ways to deepen our partnership and identify new opportunities for sustainable impact. 🔹With King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center Supervisor General Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah – We discussed the urgent need for more collaborative humanitarian responses to global challenges. Strengthening partnerships is key to making a difference. 🔹 With Islamic Development Bank Chairman Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser – We focused on global developments and how we can enhance cooperation to support recovery and reconstruction in our Member States. These partnerships are critical to achieving lasting results. Looking forward to building on these conversations to drive real impact where it’s needed most. Glad to be joined in this mission to Riyadh by UNOPS colleagues Freya von Groote, Bana Kaloti, Hala AL-SHARIFI.

Three Years On: Standing with the people in Ukraine Today marks three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and 11 years since the illegal annexation of Ukrainian territory. The immense human suffering continues. The war has disrupted lives, economies, and global stability. It must end in accordance with the UN Charter, international law, and UN resolutions. At UNOPS we remain committed to supporting the people of Ukraine. Our teams on the ground, working in often impossible conditions, are providing immediate relief while laying the foundations for long-term recovery. Through partnerships, we are making a tangible difference: 🏫 Rehabilitating schools with the European Union, ensuring children have a safe space to learn. 🚆 Repairing critical transport infrastructure with the World Bank to restore trade and mobility. ⚠️ Enhancing safety and recovery with France by addressing explosive ordnance threats. 🏠 Providing emergency housing with Japan to support vulnerable communities in Kharkiv. ⚡ Strengthening energy resilience with Denmark by convening experts on infrastructure recovery. 🛠️ Expanding mine action efforts with the Netherlands, training over 420 new deminers. Three years on, the war continues, but so does the resilience of the Ukrainian people. UNOPS stands with them in the effort to build a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future.

Three years on since the full-scale invasion of #Ukraine, UNOPS remains committed to supporting the people of Ukraine – working with our partners to help address urgent needs and lay the foundations for sustainable recovery and reconstruction. A message from UNOPS Executive Director Jorge Moreira da Silva 👇

#3YearsOn since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, UNOPS remains committed to supporting its peoples, providing practical solutions to the urgent needs while also laying the foundations for sustainable recovery and reconstruction. Amidst unimaginable hardship, hope endures. I have witnessed firsthand the determination of Ukrainian communities to rebuild. UNOPS has been privileged to support these efforts, working alongside the government, local authorities, and international partners. Together we have made a tangible impact in the lives of communities. To mention a few highlights: powering hospitals, renovating schools, delivering rail repair equipment, refurbishing homes, and helping to reduce the threat of explosive ordnance. Watch the video to learn more about our work in Ukraine over the past three years. #StandWithUkraine #Ukraine UNOPS Tim Lardner

From Myanmar’s complex humanitarian challenges to Bangladesh’s climate resilience efforts and Bangkok’s regional coordination, my first mission to Asia as UNOPS Deputy Executive Director reinforced one clear message: impact happens through strong partnerships and dedicated teams. A heartfelt thank you to Regional Director Sanjay Mathur and our amazing team working tirelessly across the region. I am honored to support and stand alongside such an incredible team. Myanmar: Delivering in one of the most complex environments Despite immense challenges, UNOPS remains the largest UN entity operating in Myanmar, reaching millions with critical healthcare, livelihood support and humanitarian aid. Meeting our teams and partners, I saw firsthand their resilience and unwavering commitment to delivering for those in need. Bangladesh: Strengthening partnerships for a resilient future In Bangladesh, our focus is on climate resilience, health systems and sustainable infrastructure. Key discussions centered on empowering rural women, strengthening healthcare and advancing environmental governance. A milestone moment was signing an MoU with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change – an important step in our shared commitment to sustainability. Bangkok: Strengthening regional coordination At the UNOPS regional office, I engaged with our Senior management Asia region team and the UN Development Coordination Office to explore ways to deepen collaboration, scale infrastructure, and accelerate SDG progress. I also visited the Bangkok Shared Services Centre, which plays a critical role in global operational efficiency. Looking ahead: A commitment to staying and delivering Across Myanmar, Bangladesh and the broader Asia-Pacific region, the true impact of our work is driven by the dedication of our people. Their expertise and resilience ensure that even in the most complex environments, solutions are found and lives are improved. UNOPS remains committed to staying and delivering – working alongside partners to safeguard dignity, strengthen resilience and build a foundation for a better future. #UNOPS

Road crashes claim a life roughly every 30 seconds. That's 1.2 million lives lost every year globally. Yet addressing this issue has long been overlooked, misunderstood and underfunded. Our Executive Director Jorge Moreira da Silva joins 14 other United Nations leaders urging the world to prioritize #RoadSafety and invest in safe, accessible transport to advance sustainable development. Read their joint op-ed 👇 https://bit.ly/414SwjZ

Since joining the Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement in 2013, Côte d'Ivoire has made #nutrition a national priority. One tangible outcome of this coordinated strategy is the creation of over 2,365 community nutrition centres - Centres for Strengthening Community Nutrition Activities and Early Childhood Development (or ‘FRANC’ centres) - across the country, where 23,650 trained facilitators support mothers and children by teaching simple ways to boost health and nurture early childhood development. 👩👧👦 These centers are a real-world translation of the SUN Movement’s multisectoral approach, bringing together government leadership, community action, and grassroots innovation to #PowerTheChange.🤝 Watch this video to see how #CoteDIvoire is turning policy into action. 🎥 https://lnkd.in/dfzADyqT #N4GParis

Supporting Recovery and Stability Across the Middle East: A Mission Recap Over the past week, I visited #Lebanon, #Syria, #Gaza, #WestBank and #Israel to engage with national authorities, development partners, and communities on the urgent humanitarian and recovery needs in the region. #Lebanon 🇱🇧 In Beirut, I visited UNOPS projects on urban renewal and welcomed the formation of a new government under PM Nawaf Salam, a moment of hope for the country. With Lebanon facing immense challenges, the international community must rally behind its recovery. UNOPS remains committed to strengthening essential services, from healthcare and energy to waste management and public infrastructure. My meetings with key national and development partners reaffirmed the urgency of these efforts. #Syria 🇸🇾 Syria stands at a historic crossroads, with millions in urgent need of support. In Damascus, I met with the Minister of Education and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs to discuss early recovery efforts. UNOPS is scaling up its role in critical sectors, from mine action and education to healthcare and infrastructure rehabilitation. The Nexus Response Mechanism will further align humanitarian, development, and peace efforts for a more sustainable future. #Gaza The scale of devastation in Gaza is almost unimaginable. Beyond the humanitarian crisis, infrastructure damage is immense, with damage costs estimated at USD 30bn. 70% of roads, 60% of homes, and 70% of critical facilities are destroyed. UNOPS is playing a key role in delivering humanitarian aid, monitoring and distributing fuel, and managing the UN2720 Mechanism to accelerate relief. But emergency aid alone is not enough. A permanent ceasefire is crucial to begin the long road to recovery and reconstruction. #WestBank and #EastJerusalem In Ramallah, I met with PM Mohamad Mustafa and ministers from the Palestinian Authority 🇵🇸 to discuss humanitarian aid, early recovery, and reconstruction efforts. In East Jerusalem I visited the Innovation Park - a dynamic hub for STEM education, built with support by UNOPS and EU Commission in partnership with Al Nayzak. #Israel 🇮🇱 In Jerusalem, I met with Amb. Amir Weissbrod at Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to emphasize the importance of preserving the ceasefire and advancing conditions for peace. The path ahead is challenging, but peace and development remain the only viable choices. I also appreciated the opportunity to share insights from my mission at the UN daily briefing in NY and also with CNN BBC News Dw News Euronews & other platforms highlighting the urgent need for international cooperation in addressing the region’s humanitarian and recovery challenges. Throughout this mission, I witnessed the amazing work of my UNOPS Team in the Middle East led by Regional Director Bana Kaloti - and Directors Karuna Herrmann and Usman Akram - working alongside the UN & the international community to build a future of stability, recovery, and hope.

“In the face of the human tragedy in Gaza, we have a collective and urgent responsibility to act – not only to meet acute humanitarian needs, but also to plan for recovery and reconstruction.” Following his visit to Gaza this week, UNOPS Executive Director Jorge Moreira da Silva spoke with the media on the urgent need to scale up the delivery of sustained humanitarian relief, and to begin planning for early recovery efforts. UN Daily Press Briefing Jorge Moreira da Silva joined the UN Daily Press Briefing (Noon Briefing) by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General. Read his full statement and watch the briefing: https://bit.ly/4gMmC1k Watch the Executive Director’s interviews with: 📺 CNN International (Isa Soares) 🔗 https://bit.ly/3QjBsld  📺 BBC World News 🔗 https://bit.ly/40XOQQT  📺 DW News 🔗 https://bit.ly/41hPVVb