The ninth session of the Committee on Social Development will be convened at the United Nations Conference Centre, Bangkok, from 11 to 13 November 2026.

The Committee will focus on four areas of social development that are of significant importance to Asia and the Pacific, namely: (a) pathways to ending poverty; (b) strengthening inclusive and comprehensive social protection systems that foster resilient societies; (c) the current and future trends of active and healthy ageing; and (d) valuing and investing in the care economy.

The Committee will also provide an opportunity for member States to renew their commitment to the implementation of the Action Plan to Strengthen Regional Cooperation on Social Protection in Asia and the Pacific and the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing, including preparation of the Fifth Review and Appraisal.