The SIDS Centre of Excellence (CoE) is poised for a landmark opening at its headquarters in Antigua and Barbuda, marking a significant step forward in supporting the sustainable development of small island states. The initiative has garnered substantial attention during the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, where its potential to address the unique challenges faced by island nations was highlighted. Central to the CoE’s mission is the SIDS Global Data Hub, a groundbreaking platform designed to provide centralized access to critical data. This hub is expected to empower island nations in making informed policy decisions and securing essential financing for resilient and sustainable development. During the high-level week of the UN General Assembly, key partners were briefed on the strategic importance of the Data Hub. The event, hosted by Antigua and Barbuda’s Prime Minister Gaston Browne, Chair of AOSIS, alongside Palau’s President Surangel Whipps Jr., the Pvblic Foundation, and the SDG Data Alliance, underscored the collaborative effort behind this initiative. Ambassador Walton Webson, Antigua and Barbuda’s Permanent Representative to the UN, and Palau’s Ilana Victoray Seid expressed unwavering support, emphasizing the Data Hub’s transformative potential in addressing the climate crisis and advocating for the vulnerabilities of island nations. The CoE’s momentum signals a new era of innovation and cooperation in tackling global challenges.
Antigua and Barbuda makes impact on UNGA80 with SIDS Centre of Excellence
