What happened:
On November 12, 2025, MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George met UNDP Acting Administrator Haoliang Xu in New Delhi to discuss India–UNDP collaboration on achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and advancing digital transformation. The meeting also covered India’s role in fostering South-South cooperation and addressing climate action in developing nations, alongside discussions on UN reforms as the organisation marks its 80th anniversary.
Why it matters to India:
The meeting reaffirms India’s leadership in promoting sustainable growth and multilateral cooperation through the UN system. India’s partnership with UNDP, especially via the India-UN Development Partnership Fund, has supported green energy and clean water projects across the Global South. The engagement underscores New Delhi’s commitment to using technology and innovation to meet SDG targets while reinforcing its image as a key driver of South-South development and global climate action.