The failure of the MDGs

The Stockholm Conference of 1972

The Paris Agreement on climate change

The success of the MDGs in reducing extreme poverty

It was the first time climate change was discussed.

It marked the adoption of the MDGs.

It was the first time world leaders gathered to address sustainable development.

It was the 20th anniversary of the Stockholm Conference.

The MDGs were universal, while the SDGs are only for developing countries.

The MDGs focused on poverty reduction, while the SDGs address a broader range of issues, including social inclusion and environmental sustainability.

The SDGs were adopted in 2000, while the MDGs were adopted in 2015.

The MDGs focused on environmental sustainability, while the SDGs focus on poverty.

Youth unemployment and inequality

Expanding fossil fuel use

Reducing global population

Increasing military spending