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The development the world has seen has felicitated the movement of people to different countries, either in pursuit of education or employment. While this has enhanced the quality of lives of those and their families, it also created an imbalance. The Millennium Declaration has identified solidarity as one of the fundamental values of international relations, and so are the UN SDGs.  “International Human Solidarity Day” is observed every year on 20 December. By working together, communities can influence government policies to create more equitable systems.

Investing in universal health coverage enhances equity and social cohesion and builds resilience. 4.5 billion people still do not have access to essential health services. Expenses of health care are pushing people into poverty. Observation of "International Universal Health Coverage Day" is a call to the governments world over to invest in health for all.   Providing health care is not on the house. It is on the government.

Civil Aviation is crucial in promoting economic development and interconnecting the world, and 7 December is observed as International Civil Aviation Day. At any given minute, ~8000 aeroplanes fly over the world's skies, with ~100,000 flights taking off and landing daily. The way forward will be uncrewed aircraft operations, developing alternative fuels, exploring electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft, Urban Air Mobility, Supersonic and Hypersonic Travel. Enhancing Safety and Security remains paramount to ensure safer skies.

Banks are financial institutions. In a way, it is a bartering system. Collect money from you, give interest, lend it to people who need it, and collect interest (including your operating cost). The Indus Valley Civilization is known for practising a barter system. Recognising the vitality of the banking system, the UN adopted a resolution designating 4 December as the "International Day of Banks". Financing policies do not work in isolation. Well-run national development banks can help countries develop financing options for Sustainable Development Goal-related investments.