​Recent research by the Overseas Development Institute shows that a revolution is required in the rate of progress if the new SDG development framework is to be achieved. For poor fragile and conflict affected states the challenge is especially acute. 

This paper is a background briefing note for International Dialogue on Peacebuilding and Statebuilding UNGA side event on 28 September 2015. It reflects on both what we have learnt and the scale of the challenge ahead, and identifies some elements of a possible new platform for global collective action that is required if we are to ensure no country is left behind.