Press releases

Official press releases and statements from UNICEF

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20 August 2026

UNICEF and MDEC announce partnership to put children’s rights and safety at the heart of Malaysia’s growing games industry

Announced at the Borneo Animation & Games Festival (BAGFEST) 2026, the partnership will help game developers assess how design and business decisions affect children and consider their rights and well-being from the start.
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04 June 2026

Sabah Child Wellbeing Index provides a comprehensive picture of children’s lived realities

New findings will guide planning and investment decisions for children in Sabah
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09 December 2025

Millions of children in Southeast Asia affected by relentless climate-related disasters

This is a summary of what was said by UNICEF Deputy Spokesperson Ricardo Pires – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today's press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva
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20 November 2025

Malaysia Lights Up Blue to Honour Children’s Rights on World Children’s Day

This symbolic gesture, led by the illumination of Menara Merdeka 118 and the Go Blue event at Taman Jaya Park, reflects Malaysia’s promise to uphold every child’s right to be seen, heard, and supported
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18 November 2025

ASEAN Unites to Build Safer Digital Spaces for Every Child

ASEAN ICT Forum brings together governments, industry and youth to strengthen collaboration and drive collective action on child online protection.
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