<p>Although the uptake of the SDGs has been “slow and difficult” thus far, an OECD study of seven comparative case studies indicates the alignment of development co-operation to SDG results is possible. The report also identifies two critical factors and one game changer: support for country leadership by the international community; development partners to “change their set-ups” in order to deliver on the SDGs; and resetting long-term strategies and rethinking internal systems.</p>