Statement by K.Y. Amoako of united nations under secretary-general and executive secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa at the third meeting of the follow-up committee for the implementation of the Dakar/ NGOR declaration and the ICPD-PA

Abstract

The document is a statement by K. Y. Amoako, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa, at the Third Meeting of the Follow-up Committee for the implementation of the Dakar/Ngor Declaration and the ICPD Programme of Action. The statement highlights the progress made by African countries in implementing population and development policies, identifies challenges such as economic constraints, and emphasizes the need for continued advocacy and involvement of various stakeholders. It also outlines the preparations for the upcoming ICPO + 5 review and the importance of sharing African experiences at the Special Session of the General Assembly.