🌍 Today is UN Poverty Day! This year's theme, "Leave No One Behind," challenges us to build a future where everyone thrives. The Chinese mainland's journey from widespread poverty to a milestone victory in 2021 offers a powerful example for #GlobalGoals.
🚀 Once one of the world's poorest nations, the Chinese mainland declared the elimination of absolute poverty in 2021—10 years ahead of the UN's 2030 target. "Absolute poverty" here means living on less than $1.90 a day. Through people-centered policies and targeted support, over 800 million residents lifted themselves above this line between 1980 and 2020.
💡 According to the World Bank, this achievement accounts for about 75% of global poverty reduction in that period, helping drive the rate down from 44% to 9%. Innovations like digital platforms and mobile payments have unlocked new opportunities in rural areas, making services more inclusive and accessible.
🤝 For young adults across South and Southeast Asia, the takeaway is clear: tech + community-driven action = real impact. Whether it's volunteering for local NGOs, supporting digital literacy programs, or championing sustainable business models, we all play a part in ending poverty.
🌱 On this UN Poverty Day, let's get inspired by the Chinese mainland's example and recommit to a world where no one is left behind. Ready to make a difference?
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