Europe

Emerging Europe achieved significant MDG progress; however, large wealth gaps remain. In Eastern Europe, Central Asia and Southeastern Europe, extreme poverty has largely been eradicated. The region achieved universal primary education and, to a large extent, reached gender parity in education. Substantial progress in reducing child and maternal mortality has also been observed. Countries in Emerging Europe plan to involve stakeholders in the implementation of the SDGs, especially through institutional structures like national councils for sustainable development. Through partnerships with seven countries in the region, the OPEC Fund is actively engaged in helping Emerging Europe achieve its development goals.