Appraisal of the UN Sustainable Development Goals: A Look Back and a Way Forward
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This study aimed to assess the progress made on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), explore remaining challenges, and analyze the prospects for sustainable development. This study employed a descriptive research design to evaluate the progress, challenges, and prospects of the UN SDGs. The research adopted a multi-disciplinary approach, incorporating elements of economics, sociology, environmental, and political science. The primary data source was secondary data collected from various reputable organizations and databases. The analysis revealed uneven progress on the SDGs, with advancements in some areas like poverty reduction, but significant hurdles in climate change and inequality. The study identified the need for increased focus on financing mechanisms, technological innovation, and public awareness campaigns to accelerate progress. The study emphasizes the continued importance of the SDGs and the urgency of global commitment to achieve them. It concludes with a call to action for various stakeholders to contribute towards a sustainable future.