The United Nations (UN) has long recognized the critical role of cooperatives in achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs). By 2025, the relationship between the UN and cooperatives is expected to deepen, leveraging their potential to address global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. United Nations and Cooperatives: Alignment with Global Goals 1. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Cooperatives directly contribute to multiple SDGs, including: No Poverty (SDG 1): By empowering small-scale producers and ensuring fair distribution of wealth. Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8): Through job creation and promoting worker-owned enterprises. Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10): By fostering