The 2013 AMR section of the annual Substantive Session of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) will consider the theme “Science, technology and innovation (STI) and culture for sustainable development and the MDGs”. This event will seek to highlight the role of science, technology and innovation, and the potential of culture – and related national and international policies – in promoting sustainable development and achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Regional preparatory meetings are being organized to prepare for the session.  

dates: 1-4 July 2013   location: Geneva, Switzerland   contact: ECOSOC Secretariat   e-mail: ecosocinfo@un.org   www: http://www.un.org/en/ecosoc/newfunct/amr2013.shtml