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Multidimensional poverty rises to 1.2 billion for first time in 15 years
Global multidimensional poverty has increased for the first time in 15 years, reaching 1.2 billion people.
What happened
The number of people living in multidimensional poverty has reached 1.2 billion, marking the first increase in 15 years. The rise reflects families’ growing difficulty in meeting basic needs. The UN development chief described the increase as a “wake-up call for the world.”
Why it matters
More people are struggling to secure basic necessities, signalling worsening living conditions for families across the world.
Source: UN News