-By ArdorComm News Network
February 27, 2025
Ahead of the 24th session of the Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA) under the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the UN Secretariat has released a paper detailing governance principles essential for achieving equitable and sustainable development. The report, titled Principles of Effective Governance for Delivery of Equitable and Sustainable Development for All (E/C.16/2025/3), explores how rule of law, fair distribution of power, and inclusive resource allocation can drive progress.
The paper highlights the urgency of eradicating poverty, ending discrimination, and reducing inequalities that hinder sustainable development. By outlining good governance practices, it aims to demonstrate how effective policies can be implemented across different socio-economic contexts to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Key recommendations include strengthening public institutions, enhancing local government capacity, and ensuring policy effectiveness through monitoring and evaluation. The report also underscores the need for holistic, long-term strategies that consider environmental and generational impacts when drafting policies and allocating resources.
Additionally, the paper advocates for increased investment in human capital, improved infrastructure and connectivity, and stronger multi-stakeholder partnerships to accelerate SDG implementation. It calls for international cooperation to bridge development gaps and tailor governance frameworks to national realities.
Developed by CEPA members Najat Zarrouk and Sherifa Sherif, alongside Augustin Fosu and Juraj Nemec, the report will serve as a foundation for discussions during CEPA’s 24th session, scheduled from April 7-11, 2025.
Source: sdg.iisd