Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Bin Fadhil Al Ibrahim delivered Saudi Arabia’s speech at the High-level Political Forum 2023 on Sustainable Development Goals, at the UN. “We have the shared purpose of accelerating our collective ability to leave no one behind. We are still here and united in our commitment to make a difference. Now we must move beyond individual efforts and embrace bold thinking and collaboration to accelerate impact,” the minister said. “We recognize the interconnectedness of our world, where challenges transcend borders. For thousands of years the world has been getting ever more integrated. So, without collaboration, we will never solve the most complex global issues,” Al Ibrahim added. With Saudi Arabia “on a momentous journey of transformation, he said, adding that “by embedding the SDGs into our national program, championing innovation, investing in human capital development, and continuously applying these and other lessons learned, Saudi Arabia is reinforcing its commitment to a prosperous and sustainable future – both for our nation and for the world. “We draw inspiration from Crown Prince’s commitment to challenging conventional wisdom”. Al Ibrahim said: “Let us approach the SDGs with a broadened perspective, reflecting the interdependence of nations, embracing experimentation, and prioritizing human capital. Now is the moment for bold, transformative, and collaborative steps. “Together, let us turn aspirations into reality once and for all. I firmly believe that we can — and will — create a world that future generations deserve to inherit.” The High-level Political Forum has been held every year since 2015 under the auspices of the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs. Saudi Arabia has been participating in the annual forum since 2017. — SPA