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UNFSSC

United Nations Fund for South-South Cooperation

Promoting, supporting and implementing South-South cooperation across the UN system since 1996.

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About the fund

Established 1996 · Managed by UNOSSC

The United Nations Fund for South-South Cooperation (UNFSSC) was established in 1996 to promote, support and implement South-South cooperation.

It constitutes a core element of the UN system's support to Member States in their strategy to engage partners and mobilize resources for the joint implementation of innovative and transformative South-South cooperation activities.

In recent years, 29 partners — mostly Member States — have contributed to the UNFSSC through dedicated facilities.

How contributions are used

Allocation and impact

Contributions received are allocated and used through initiatives, projects, or dedicated facilities to advance the SDGs through South-South and triangular cooperation, leveraging UN system-wide expertise.

Earmarked contributions

Support UNOSSC platforms for South-South cooperation or initiatives of particular relevance to the Global South.

Unearmarked contributions

Allocated toward advancing the UNOSSC Strategic Frameworks as endorsed by the UNDP Executive Board.

Who can contribute

Eligible contributors · Cash or in-kind

Contributions to the Fund, in cash or in kind, may be accepted from:

Governments of UN Member States
UN system entities
Intergovernmental organizations
Non-governmental organizations
Private sources

Depending on the volume of resources received, full-fledged subfunds or projects may be created following UNDP procedures, with dedicated governance bodies.

Triangular Cooperation Window

New initiative under UNFSSC

The Triangular Cooperation Window is a new initiative under UNFSSC, designed to mobilize resources, knowledge and expertise from a wide range of stakeholders to accelerate progress towards sustainable development.

Scope

Mobilizes resources and expertise from governments, UN entities, and other stakeholders for triangular cooperation initiatives.

Goal

Accelerates progress toward the SDGs by connecting developing countries with providers of knowledge, technology and finance.

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Ms. Dingding Sun Programme Specialist (Trust Fund Secretariat), UNOSSC dingding.sun@unossc.org
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With leadership and governance by all stakeholders, UNFSSC has a 30+ year track record of strong results in supporting developing countries toward achieving their sustainable development goals.

Established by General Assembly resolution 50/119, UNFSSC is a voluntary trust fund that facilitates and supports South-South cooperation toward achievement of all internationally agreed development goals, including the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Since its establishment in 1995, UNFSSC has promoted, supported and implemented South-South cooperation by facilitating voluntary contributions and the strategic allocation of resources based on priorities identified by developing countries. The Fund is a legal, operational and governance framework for engaging partners, pooling resources and jointly implementing South-South cooperation.

The United Nations Fund for South-South Cooperation (UNFSSC) implements development activities across the Global South characterized by broad and inclusive partnerships. UNFSSC has a 30-year track record of strong results in supporting developing countries toward achieving their sustainable development goals.

Established by General Assembly resolution 50/119, the UNFSSC is a voluntary trust fund that facilitates and supports South-South cooperation toward achieving all internationally agreed development goals, including the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Since its establishment in 1995, the UNFSSC has promoted, supported and implemented South-South and triangular cooperation by facilitating voluntary contributions and the strategic allocation of resources based on priorities defined by developing countries. The Fund provides a legal, operational and governance framework for engaging partners, pooling resources, and jointly implementing South-South and triangular cooperation.

The UNOSSC serves as the Fund Manager for the UNFSSC. Contributions to the Fund, in cash or in kind, may be accepted from governments of UN Member States, UN system entities, intergovernmental or non-governmental organizations, or private sources. The contributions received under UNFSSC are allocated and used through initiatives, projects, or dedicated facilities to advance the SDGs through South-South and triangular cooperation, leveraging UN system-wide expertise and support. Depending on the volume of resources received or requests from funding partners, full-fledged subfunds or projects may be created following UNDP procedures, with dedicated governance bodies created to oversee their activities.

Unearmarked contributions to UNFSSC are allocated toward advancing the UNOSSC Strategic Frameworks as endorsed by the UNDP Executive Board. This contributes to the delivery of UNOSSC’s mandate of promoting South-South cooperation on a global and UN system-wide basis, including through the UN System-Wide Strategy on South-South and Triangular Cooperation and its Action Plan.

Download the latest UNFSSC Report to learn more

Impact at a Glance - Strategic Framework (2022-2025)

Commemorating UNFSSC’s 30 Years

“The UNFSSC is more than a financial mechanism – it is a symbol of the Global South’s resilience, creativity, and solidarity. For three decades, it has stood as a catalyst for mutual support, knowledge-sharing, and sustainable development, partnering with over 45 UN entities and reaching more than 70 countries globally.”

Dima Al-Khatib, UNOSSC Director

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Triangular Cooperation Window

The Triangular Cooperation Window is a new initiative under the United Nations Fund for South-South Cooperation (UNFSSC).

Designed as a facility under UNFSSC, the Triangular Cooperation Window aims to mobilize resources, knowledge and expertise from a wide range of stakeholders to accelerate progress towards sustainable development. The initiative is designed to provide a platform for South-South and triangular projects and partnerships to expand and grow.

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