This key issue features prominently in the 2030 Agenda and the Addis Ababa Action Agenda. We will also look at how development cooperation can support domestic resource mobilization for increased investments in poverty eradication and sustainable development. Our discussions this morning will draw on the fascinating workshops held yesterday on capacity building experiences and the role of digital transformation. Is development cooperation fit-for-purpose to help face these new challenges, in order to leave no one behind? This is a question we ask ourselves. Our first theme focuses firmly on the challenges of least developed countries and countries in other vulnerable contexts. Country-level and local experiences in particular bring life to the possibilities and challenges ahead. Knowledge sharing and mutual learning are what these three days are all about. “We” are decision makers and experts from developing and developed countries, Parliamentarians, civil society organizations, local and regional authorities, foundations and the private sector, and the multilateral system. Distinguished participants, We come together to share concrete examples of rethinking development cooperation for the SDGs. It can be a powerful lever for integrated and effective approaches to SDG implementation at all levels. A renewed approach to development cooperation is key to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. And, it emboldens us to work through much broader partnerships that embrace all stakeholders – including the world’s most vulnerable people. It compels us to understand better specific national and local situations, and tailor our actions accordingly. It requires us to break down the silos that stop us from working together.
It inspires us to look closely at the inter-linkages between sectors. Ladies and gentlemen, The 2030 Agenda demands new ways of working and a change of mind-set from all development cooperation actors. Indeed, we must lift it to the next level. Development cooperation is such a vital way we work together, to secure the foundations for peaceful, prosperous and inclusive societies. We will not let terror win over humanity, solidarity and peace. We are here – and we stand with you – in the wake of the heinous terrorists attacks against Brussels. The highly valued presence and contribution of your Majesty shows the strong commitment of your country to development cooperation and to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Your Majesty, the Queen of the Belgians, We, the United Nations, are greatly honored to have you as one of the 17 SDG advocates. I extend my sincere gratitude on behalf of the UN to the Government of the Kingdom of Belgium for hosting this important event. It is my great honour to chair this meeting together with Deputy Prime Minister De Croo. Archarya, USG of the United Nations,Distinguished participants,Ladies and Gentlemen, Please allow me to warmly welcome you to the third and final High-level Symposium in preparation for the 2016 Development Cooperation Forum, to be convened in New York in July. Your Majesty, the Queen of the Belgians,Honourable Deputy Prime Minister Alexander De Croo,Ambassador Oh Joon, President of ECOSOC,Mr.
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