sustainable development

Navigating the winds of change: strategic foresight and the power of weak signals

Journal article / Strategic foresight uses weak signals to anticipate disruption, reveal systemic risks, and strengthen resilience in an uncertain world.

The relationship between international development cooperation and national security policy

Project / This project investigates the "nexus" between development and security, exploring how international aid acts as a tool to address modern challenges.

Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development 2026

Past event / The 13th APFSD will take place on 24-27 February 2026 at the United Nations Conference Center (UNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand.

Guidance document on implementing domestic financing for the sound management of chemicals and waste

Other publication / Guidance on building sustainable domestic financing for chemicals and waste management to reduce reliance on external funding.

Three trends that will shape the world in 2026

Feature / From climate backlash to ocean geopolitics, SEI experts reflect on the trends shaping the year after Currents 2026.

Private finance in a changing development landscape

Perspective / As public funding shrinks, private finance faces growing pressure to deliver on sustainable development.

A theory of change approach to enhance the post-2030 sustainable development agenda

Journal article / The article proposes a theory of change to assess impact and political feasibility of proposals shaping a post-2030 sustainable development agenda.

Thought leadership for a post-2030 agenda: workshop two – “pathways to impact”

Past event / This two-day workshop explored policy demand and scientific contributions for a post-2030 sustainable development agenda.

Integrating animal health and welfare into the 2030 Agenda and beyond

Other publication / This report argues that animal welfare should be embedded in the 2030 Agenda and other sustainability goals to benefit environment, humans and animals alike.