Launch of Koochita and UNDP Iran partnership

September 5, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown the importance of connectivity and technology to mitigate the socio-economic impact.

We must draw lessons and build resilience by speeding up digital transformation, particularly for micro and small enterprises.

UNDP 2.0 offer includes digital strategy, in this particular case, in Iran, through this partnership we are supporting ecotourism and services in rural areas to overcome challenges faced as a result of COVID-19 pandemic outbreak.

On 17 August, UNDP Iran launched a partnership with Koochita in the presence of Vice-President for Science and Technology, Dr. Sorena Sattari, CEO of Sisootech Accelerator Lab, Ms. Soore Vahedzadeh and UNDP Iran Resident Representative, Mr.Claudio Providas.

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