Partnerships are the starting point of everything ASTA does. They help reduce fragmentation by connecting governments, private sector actors, civil society, research institutions, UN agencies, and donors—many of whom are often working in parallel despite shared objectives.

By aligning efforts and creating shared incentives, these partnerships unlock collective strengths and enable transformation that no single actor could achieve alone.

ASTA also embodies the One UN approach, building on FAO’s leadership in agrifood systems transformation and UNIDO’s leadership in industrial development. At the same time, it remains an open platform where other UN organizations and development partners can engage flexibly, based on country priorities and needs.