In Somalia’s Puntland region, Bossaso’s local market provides a source of income for local traders. For women, however, the market is especially important.

Co-hosted by UNOPS and Denmark's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this event aims to create awareness of both the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and the opportunities for businesses in helping to achieve them. UNOPS Executive Director Grete Faremo will discuss how the United Nations and the private sector can work together under SDG 17: Revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.

Speech by Grete Faremo, Under Secretary Gene​ral and Executiv​e Director of UNOPS at event co-hosted with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Denmark, 5 November 2017

UNOPS will help improve access to markets and socio-economic facilities for some of the most vulnerable populations in the Gambia.

The forum provided traditionally disadvantaged businesses with ideas and tools to encourage their success.

Blockchain, the technology behind bitcoin, could lead the fight against inefficient aid distribution. Here’s how.​​​

The World Bank and UNOPS signed an agreement today for a $150 million project to restore basic services in some of Yemen’s cities hardest hit by the ongoing conflict.

During the Blockchain Summit, more than 60 speakers will discuss the impact and benefits of blockchain technology on businesses. UNOPS Executive Director Grete Faremo will moderate a session on how blockchain can help develop emerging markets.

The World Identity Network (WIN), UNOPS and the United Nations Office of Information and Communications Technology (UN-OICT) are partnering to launch a pilot initiative that will use blockchain technology to help combat child trafficking.

The Chief Executives Board for Coordination brings together the executive heads of 31 specialized organizations to deliver as one at the global, regional and country levels. UNOPS Executive Director Grete Faremo will participate in the Board's second regular session.

UNOPS launches its new ‘Possibilities Portal,’ bringing innovation to the fore to help empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) around the world.

Speech by Grete Faremo, Under Secretary General and Executive Director of UNOPS at the EFQM Forum Event in Madrid, 26 October 2017