Oslo - Crown Prince Haakon of Norway is extending his collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) until 2027. Appointed as a UNDP Goodwill Ambassador in 2003, the Crown Prince now marks more than 20 years of active dedication to global sustainability, poverty eradication, and the protection of oceans and marine resources.
As a UNDP Goodwill Ambassador, the Crown Prince has been an avid advocate for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), placing a particular emphasis on eradicating poverty and promoting sustainable marine ecosystems. For over two decades, he has helped highlight how local engagement and international cooperation can drive lasting change.
UNDP Programme Visits
During his tenure as UNDP Goodwill Ambassador, Crown Prince Haakon has visited UNDP's programmes around the world, including in Jamaica (2024), Kenya (2022), Colombia (2019), Liberia (2017), Timor-Leste (2015), Tanzania (2014), Zambia (2013), Haiti (2012), Nepal (2011), Botswana (2009), Mongolia (2008), Burundi (2007), Guatemala (2006), and Sierra Leone (2005).
Through these visits, the Crown Prince has met with local leaders, youth initiatives, and organizations working to reduce poverty, promote gender equality, and strengthen communities.
In recent years, the Crown Prince has emphasized the important role of youth entrepreneurship, technology, and innovation in all aspects of sustainable development.
"For more than two decades, Crown Prince Haakon has been a strong and passionate advocate for UNDP's work to eradicate poverty and conserve one of our planet's most precious resources, our ocean," said Haoliang Xu, UNDP Acting Administrator. "We are honoured that His Royal Highness will continue in this important role, mobilizing support for our shared vision for a prosperous future for all."
A Long-Term Commitment
The Crown Prince's collaboration with UNDP is among the organization's longest-running ambassadorships. Through his work, he has helped bring attention to both human stories and global solutions - from poverty reduction to clean oceans and sustainable business development.
Under the renewed agreement, the Crown Prince will continue to participate in events, dialogues, and programme visits that spotlight UNDP's mission to eradicate extreme poverty and achieve prosperity for all.
About UNDP
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries and territories, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and the planet. Norway is a close partner to UNDP and contributes resources and strategic cooperation to improve people's living conditions and build resilient communities around the world.
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