THE United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced the appointment of Christophe Bahuet as the new Resident Representative in the Philippines.

Mr. Bahuet succeeded Selva Ramachandran as the UNDP Philippines Resident Representative, the UNDP said in a statement on Jan. 15.

The UNDP said the new officer will bring renewed leadership and commitment to advancing inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development in the Philippines, aligned with national priorities and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

“In the Philippines, the UNDP continues to work to improve the lives of all Filipinos. I hope to get to know the nation better and visit its different parts,” Mr. Bahuet said in Filipino in a video message.

The UNDP said he will lead its delivery of integrated solutions linking governance, digital transformation, peacebuilding, climate action, and resilience to address the country’s interconnected development challenge. —Aubrey Rose A. Inosante