Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳

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Administrator @ UN Development Programme | UN Under-Secretary-General 🇺🇳 | Former Prime Minister of Belgium 🇧🇪 | Former Minister of Finance and Development

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I have seen the destruction in Gaza. Children need more than just survival. They need a real ceasefire. And they need a future. My message at the Call to Action for Palestinian Children in Gaza and the West Bank 👇 #UNGA

Good to meet with H.M. Queen Mathilde 🇧🇪 on the margins of #UNGA81. We discussed our shared commitment to sustainable development and how to accelerate progress on the 2030 Agenda.

Just about to walk into the launch of UN Development's new crisis approach. Why this matters.

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Between a busy schedule of meetings here at the UN General Assembly, I ran into Tom Fletcher, Tom Fletcher. We shared what we’re hearing - and why the world must move faster to end conflict. #UNGA

Even war has rules. Turning ordinary life into a target is not one of them. My full statement, live from Kyiv during today’s United Nations Noon Briefing ➡️

Beste Mark, bedankt voor het goede gesprek gisteren! Wel nog één niet onbelangrijk detail…

🇺🇳🇺🇦 On my way to Kyiv. To support our teams, meet with the government and hear directly from Ukrainians.

World leaders are gathering in New York at a time of profound global strain. A difficult moment. An important week. #UNGA

Together, UN Development and World Bank Group have launched a new framework of cooperation to de-risk investment and unlock financing creating jobs and growth. ➡️

At the Rafah border crossing with a message of solidarity and humanity. There is no time to lose during this ceasefire. The only way out of this conflict is dialogue. Without it, all sides are lost.

Love is love! #IDAHOT

Violence against civilians will have consequences. Extremist settlers in the West Bank will be banned from entering Belgium. We will work with the U.S. on sanctions targeting individuals involved in actions that undermine peace, security, and stability in the West Bank.

On my way to New York to start as UN Development Administrator. Ready to build on the team’s expertise to deliver real impact and a fair chance for the people we serve.

🇧🇪🇺🇦 From the very first hour, Belgium has stood by Ukraine, and we will continue to do so. We will never abandon you. #StandWithUkraine

Development is not on the sidelines of a changing world. It is central to how we shape it. In my speech to UN Development’s Executive Board, I urged countries to step up support. 🔗Read in full: #UNDPEB 1/3

Schokkend om vast te stellen dat Vlaams Belang-parlementslid Frank Creyelman via buitenlandse inmenging onze democratie trachtte te saboteren. Dit is opnieuw een wake-up call over waar extreem rechts toe in staat is.

What starts with one knitting machine can become a business. What starts with one woman can support many more. When women have the means to move forward - entire communities move with them. A truly inspiring visit to Khadija's tailoring business, Nakh wa Sozan, in Afghanistan.

🇺🇳🇸🇾 Starting my mission in Syria. With Tom Fletcher Tom Fletcher, I’m meeting partners and new leadership to discuss priorities in this pivotal moment. Humanitarian and development must go hand in hand to give all Syrians a better future after the devastating war.

Resilient Sutan is showing what moving beyond crisis looks like in practice. Safer shelter. Restored water. Reliable energy. Flood protection. Support for livelihoods. This is how UN Development is helping communities rebuild stronger and regain stability.

Honoured to be officially sworn in by UN Secretary-General António Guterres as UN Development’s new Administrator. Proud to lead this global team of experts working every day to deliver real solutions for people and communities.

Listen. Partner. Deliver. Week one UN Development done. Next stop: the field. To learn, to connect, to see what works. Three quick insights ⤵️