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General Assembly wraps up work with approval of $5.5 billion UN budget for 2014-2015 December 27, 2013 - The General Assembly today wrapped up its work for the main part... Read more
'Historic' accord at UN forum moves Asia-Pacific countries towards regional economic community December 23, 2013 - Thirty-six Asia-Pacific nations unanimously adopted a landmark... Read more
UN officials stress need for solidarity in bridging remaining gaps to combat poverty December 20, 2013 - United Nations officials are marking Human Solidarity Day today by... Read more
Pope: Wasted Food Can Feed All the Hungry People of the World December 20, 2013 - Pope Francis has sent a video message recorded... Read more
Annual UN charity football match will benefit Philippines typhoon recovery efforts December 20, 2013 - Proceeds from the annual United Nations all-star charity football... Read more
UN General Assembly pays tribute to legacy of Nelson Mandela December 19, 2013 - The President of the General Assembly encouraged the United... Read more
Ban calls on world leaders to emulate Mandela's example to bring peace in 2014 December 16, 2013 - With 2013 marked by a deterioration "beyond all imagination" in the... Read more
Photos: Amazing Christmas Celebrations All Around The World December 17, 2013 - Christmas is celebrated all over the world, but the way people mark... Read more
Rise in global tourism fueling economic recovery, UN reports 12 December 2013 ? International tourism rose five percent in the first nine months... Read more
Pope Reiterates Support of Caritas' Global Hunger Campaign 11 December 2013 ? Pope Francis has told crowds in St Peter's Square today that hunger... Read more
Mandela's life serves as inspiration for entire world, Ban says at memorial service 10 December 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today paid tribute to the late Nelson... Read more
Statement of H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, the UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations on the Passing of Nelson Mandela 6 December 2013 ? The UN Alliance of Civilizations is deeply saddened by the passing of the African... Read more
UN honours Nelson Mandela as champion of peace, reconciliation 6 December 2013 ? The United Nations family today mourned the loss - and celebrated... Read more
International Volunteer Day: Ban highlights potential of youth as agents of change 5 December 2013 ? Secretary- General Ban Ki-moon today paid tribute to the millions of... Read more
Caritas to Launch Global Campaign to End World Hunger 4 December 2013 ? Pope Francis will launch the Caritas federation's first ever global campaign... Read more
FEATURE: UN Staff fondly remember 'Madiba' 6 December 2013 ? The late Nelson Mandela embodied many of the ideals of the United... Read more
UN chief pays tribute to life and legacy of South Africa's Nelson Mandela 5 December 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has expressed his profound sadness... Read more
Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai among winners of 2013 UN human rights prize 5 December 2013 ? A well-known Pakistani student activist and anti-slavery campaigner... Read more
Pop superstar Katy Perry lends voice to UNICEF to improve lives of world's children 3 December 2013 ? Global pop superstar Katy Perry was appointed today by the United... Read more
World must sustainably produce 70 per cent more food by mid-century - UN report 3 December 2013 ? The world will need 70 per cent more food, as measured by calories... Read more
New roadmap for UN agency stresses inclusive and sustainable industrial development 2 December 2013 ? The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)... Read more
UN officials urge concerted action to eradicate modern forms of slavery 2 December 2013 ? Top United Nations officials marked the International Day for the... Read more
WTO rules must address food security needs of developing countries - UN expert 2 December 2013 ? A United Nations independent rights expert called for policy... Read more
World mourns Nelson Mandela, former South African president and anti-apartheid leader Dec 5 - National leaders and ordinary citizens around the world joined Thursday in mourning Nelson Mandela,... Read more Watch video
Inspired by United Nations, New York museum takes unique look at tackling global challenges 25 November 2013 ? On the spot in Queens, New York where the United Nations General... Read more
UN agency names cricketer 'Blaster' as ambassador for hygiene, sanitation in South Asia 29 November 2013 ? Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar is going to bat for hygiene and... Read more
On International Day, UN urges renewed efforts to end violence against women, girls 25 November 2013 ? Today is an opportunity for each person to recommit the ending... Read more
UN agency backs strengthening forest producer groups to help reduce poverty, boost incomes 25 November 2013 ? The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is urging... Read more
World Toilet Day: UN urges breaking taboo, making sanitation for all a global reality 19 November 2013 ? With its first official observance of World Toilet Day, the United Nations... Read more
Wrapping up Baltics visit, Ban hails Lithuania's commitment to tolerance, understanding 17 November 2013 ? In the first visit to Lithuania by a United Nations Secretary-General... Read more
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David Guetta donates #love, new single 'one voice' to UN relief efforts 22 November 2013 ? The world needs more love, according to international music producer... Read more
UN launches International Year to spotlight role of family farms in reducing hunger, poverty 22 November 2013 ? The United Nations today launched the International Year of Family... Read more
At climate change talks, Ban stresses major role of cities in mitigating impact 21 November 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon took his campaign to galvanise an... Read more
MULTI-MEDIA FEATURE: UN history 'UNearthed' in rare art exhibit in New York 20 November 2013 ? Unearth: to discover (something hidden, lost, or kept secret) by... Read more
INTERVIEW: Deputy UN chief says World Toilet Day helps break taboos, promote human dignity 19 November 2013 ? While a vast majority of the world's population has access to mobile... Read more
Entrepreneurship, job creation, can reduce poverty, boost sustained growth in Africa, says UN chief 20 November 2013 ? Accelerating industrialization in Africa requires a focus on job creation... Read more
UN links private, public partnerships to jointly create climate change solutions 19 November 2013 ? As diplomats and environment experts continue to work towards a... Read more
In a visit to former Nazi death camp, Ban affirms value, dignity to each human life 18 November 2013 ? Visiting the Nazi concentration camp at Auschwitz-Birkenau in Poland... Read more
Urgent action needed on road safety to save millions of lives, says Secretary-General 17 November 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is calling for urgent action to make... Read more
On International Day, UN officials urge tolerance to promote peaceful, sustainable future 16 November 2013 ? United Nations officials marked the International Day for Tolerance ... Read more
Technology, innovation crucial to advancing sustainable development, Ban says in Estonia
General Assembly President spotlights parliamentarians? role in shaping post-2015 agenda 14 November 2013 ? Members of parliament around the world play a crucial role in shaping... Read more
At UN meeting, experts stress need to rethink food systems to improve nutrition 13 November 2013 ? Food systems will need to change significantly to tackle severe... Read more
UN assembly calls on States to observe Olympic Truce throughout Sochi Winter Games 6 November 2013 ? The General Assembly today urged United Nations Member States to... Read more
Linking jobs, poverty reduction, sustainable development vital for post-2015 agenda - UN officials 8 November 2013 ? With myriad technological, demographic and financial factors impacting... Read more
Partnerships vital for addressing sustainable development challenges - UN officials 6 November 2013 ? Partnerships are vital if countries want to reduce poverty and advance... Read more
President of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace calls for urgent action 5 November 2013 ? The president of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace... Read more
UN Assembly President urges States to embrace spirit of compromise on Security Council reform 7 November 2013 ? The President of the General Assembly today urged Member States... Read more
Food prices expected to be less volatile than in recent years, says UN agency 7 November 2013 ? Improved supplies and a recovery in global inventories of cereals has... Read more
Empowering women to manage natural resources vital for conflict recovery - UN report 6 November 2013 ? Giving women access to and control of resources such as land... Read more
UN, World Bank boost support for women's health, girls' education in Africa's Sahel 6 November 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and World Bank President Jim... Read more
UN entities say post-2015 development agenda must address inequity in access to clean water, sanitation 30 October 2013 ? Member States must ensure that the post-2015 development agenda... Read more
UN Economic and Social Council set to tackle new sustainable development agenda 29 October 2013 ? The United Nations Economic and Social Council has embarked on a... Read more
UN agency reports jump in foreign investment in developing, transition economies 31 October 2013 - The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) ... Read more
UN chief designates renowned Chinese pianist Lang Lang as Messenger of Peace 28 October 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today designated world-renowned... Read more
UN expert urges greater legal inclusion of measures to ensure global right to food 25 October 2013 ? The United Nations independent expert on food today urged... Read more
United Nations Day spotlights Organization?s invaluable contributions for better world ? Ban 24 October 2013 ? Marking the 68th birthday of the United Nations, Secretary-General Ban... Read more
UN rights body adopts landmark text on women and conflict 23 October 2013 ? A key United Nations human rights body has provided authorative... Read more
UN experts on indigenous issues urge greater focus on environment, women's rights 22 October 2013 ? While there have been encouraging responses to human rights concerns... Read more
Brazzaville, Zahle, Krakow and Fabriano designated UNESCO Creative Cities 21 October 2013 ? The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Ccultural Organization... Read more
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Reducing food loss, waste key to fighting hunger, UN official stresses at global forum 21 October 2013 ? The head of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)... Read more
Women's participation, leadership crucial to peace processes - UN Security Council 18 October 2013 - The United Nations Security Council and senior UN officials today... Read more
Heed call of marginalized, end discrimination, UN urges on Poverty Eradication Day 17 October 2013 - Urging greater support for people struggling to escape poverty and build... Read more
Sustainable food systems vital to end hunger, malnutrition, UN says on World Food Day 16 October 2013 - Efficient, well-managed and sustainable food system are essential to... Read more
Marking World Food Week, UN agency celebrates legacy of quinoa 17 October 2013 - The United Nations food agency today highlighted the quinoa, known... Read more
Pope Francis' Message for World Food Day 16 October 2013 - On the occasion of the World Food Day, which this year has a theme... Read more
On International Disaster Reduction Day, UN focuses on safety of persons with disabilities 13 October 2013 - Marking the International Day for Disaster Reduction, the United Nations... Read more
Ban lauds awarding of Nobel Peace Prize to international chemical watchdog 11 October 2013 - Hailing its work on disarmament and non-proliferation... Read more
UN agency selects winners of young innovators competition 10 October 2013 - Ten young people from around the world will be honoured with a United... Read more
Ban calls for enhanced partnership with Southeast Asian bloc to promote peace, development 10 October 2013 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today called for enhanced partnership... Read more
Ban 'encouraged' by wave of diplomatic progress at UN General Assembly session 10 October 2013 - Top-level events during the opening of this year's General Assembly... Read more
At high-level event on development, UN officials urge greater private financing 7 October 2013 - New and innovative sources of financing are needed to supplement... Read more
On World Habitat Day, UN spotlights sustainable modes of transportation in cities 7 October 2013 - The United Nations today marked World Habitat Day by encouraging city... Read more
States, civil society embarking on new partnership, says UN Assembly President 3 October 2013 - The General Assembly is embarking on a new partnership between... Read more
Time now to find common ground on new development agenda - Assembly President 1 October 2013 - Recapping a week of debate by senior government officials on crafting... Read more
Global Citizen Festival: Ban, Stevie Wonderand tens of thousands unite to end poverty 30 September 2013 - Secretary-Genreal Ban Ki-moon joined United Nations Messenger of... Read more
Cities use full spectrum of local resource to mitigate flood risks, says senior UN official 4 October 2013 - Increased urban flooding poses a direct threat to the wellbeing of... Read more
UN officials spotlight need for improved urban resilience, mobility, ahead of World Habitat Day 4 October 2013 - Cities must boost efforts to become more resilient to natural disasters as... Read more
On International Day, Ban calls on world's citizens to practice non-violence everyday 2 October 2013 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today called on people all over the world... Read more
FEATURE: Behind the Scenes - when the world comes to UN Headquarters 30 September 2013 - Gridlock and fanfare - two words often associated with the United... Read more
Leaders must use 'relentless diplomatic puruit' to combat poverty, says Indonesian minister 27 September 2013 - The international community must use relentless diplomatic pursuit... Read more
Finland urges 'bold' agenda for sustainable development targets 27 September 2013 - Finland today suggested that the new development... Read more
Chinese Foreign Minister urges global governance reform with UN at core 27 September 2013 - China will firmly promote global governance reform with the United... Read more
World leaders inaugurate new UN forum to boost sustainable development efforts 24 September 2013 - World leaders at the United Nations today inaugurated a High-level... Read more
At UN Prime Minister of Bangladesh spotlights country's development progress 27 September 2013 - In the last four and a half years, 50 million people have joined the... Read more
African leaders say 'unfinished business' of Millenium targets must be completed 27 September 2013 - As the United Nations General Assembly continues its annual... Read more
Marking World Tourism Day, UN highlights role of travel sector in protecting waterways 27 September 2013 - The important relationship between recreational travel and the world's... Read more
Inclusion must be 'front and centre' in post-2015 agenda, Mexican Foreign Minsiter says 26 September 2013 - The global development agenda that countries are crafting for the... Read more
Mongolian leader says 2015 must be seen as beginning, not end of effort to achieve development for all 26 September 2013 - Labelling his country "an old nation with a young heart," the President... Read more
UN event highlights need to provide access to financial services to the poor 26 September 2013 - The United Nations and its partners have stressed the need to forge... Read more
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Guyana decries widening income gap between rich, poor nations in UN Assembly speech 26 September 2013 - As the United Nations prepares to set a long-term development... Read more
UN to convene first ever World Humanitarian Summit in Istanbul in 2016 26 September 2013 - The first World Humanitarian Summit will be held in Istanbul, Turkey... Read more
World cannot be blind to plight of poor, migrants, Malta leader tells UN Assembly 26 September 2013 - From its vantage point between Europe and Africa it is easy for Malta... Read more
'Group of 77' nations key to sharing post-2015 development agenda, says UN officials 26 September 2013 - Top United Nations officials stressed the importance of the... Read more
Marking World Maritime Day, Ban spotlights role of transport in sustainable development 26 September 2013 - Marking the occassion of World Maritime Day, United Nations... Read more
DR Congo President calls for altruism in new global push for sustainable development 25 September 2013 - President Joseph Kabila of the Democratic Republic of the Congo... Read more
At UN, world leaders agree to scale up actions against poverty, set new development goals 25 September 2013 - World leaders meeting at United Nations Headquaters today agreed... Read more
Ban calls on world's business leaders to play key role in sustainable development 20 September 2013 - Warning that "we cannot accept a rising tide that floats only some... Read more
Ahead of General Assembly session, Ban stresses global cooperation to tackle major challenges 17 September 2013 - As the General Assembly prepares to kick-off its 68th session later... Read more
New General Assembly President spotlights post 2015 development goals 17 September 2013 - Briefing the press ahead of the opening of the 68th General Assembly... Read more
President recalls achievements, failures as General Assembly cocludes 67th session 16 September 2013 - General Assembly President Vuk Jeremic today called Member... Read more
After 20 years, UN commission on sustainable development holds final session 20 September 2013 - Marking an important milestone, the United Nations commission on... Read more
Renewed, stronger partnerships needed to close gaps on anti-poverty goals - UN reports 19 September 2013 - The international community must live up to the commitments... Read more
Marking International Day of Peace, UN highlights power of education to build tolerant societies 18 September 2013 - The United Nations today marked the International Day of Peace with... Read more
General Assembly opens its 68th session with long-term development a prime goal 17 September 2013 - The United Nations General Assembly opened its annual session... Read more
Unity in Diversity Peace Garden Thomastown West Primary School, Melbourne, Australia 20 September 2013 - We have just completed stage one of our peace garden. Read more
Unity in Diversity Peace Garden, Scarritt-Bennett Center, Nashville, TN, USA On May 18, we had our celebration event, which was a great success. Read more
Apathy, democracy's most insidious enemy, can be remedied with inclusive participation ? UN chief 15 September 2013 ? This year's International Day of Democracy falls amid volatile political. Read more
UN chief urges meeting anti-poverty, sustainability goals and accord on climate change 13 September 2013 ? Ahead of next week's opening of a new General Assembly session,...
UN marks 50th anniversary of JFK's final address to General Assembly 12 September 2013 ? Marking the 50th anniversary of the final address to the United...
New UN report reflects voices of more than 1 million people in development issues 10 September 2013 ? The voices of more than 1 million people all over the world were...
Sustainable development the 'overriding challenge' of the 21st century - UN top official 9 September 2013 ? A United Nations top official today underlined that focusing on...
'Innovation is key to new global development agenda' - UN youth summit 12 September 2013 ? Young people from across the world who took part in a United...
World saved some 90 million children but likely to miss global target, UN agency reports 13 September 2013 ? Global and national efforts to end preventable deaths of children...
UN expert calls on countries to strengthen protection of civil society voices, whistleblowers 11 September 2013 ? A United Nations independant expert today urged governments...
Enhanced South-South cooperation can boost achievement of gevelopment goals - UN chief 12 September 2013 ? Cooperation among developing countries plays an essential role in...
Information technologies play central role in advancing social good, Ban tells Youth Forum 9 September 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today highlighted the role that... In St. Petersburg, UN chief stresse need for cooperation to tackle global issues 4 September 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today emphasized the need for global...
Leaders at Jordan Conference: Global Community Has to Promote Dialogue 4 September 2013 ? A two-day conference called by Jordan's King Abdullah concluded...
Pope's Letter to President Putin 4 September 2013 ? To the leaders of the G20, "I make a heartfelt appeal for them to help find ways to overcome the conflicting...
UN Dedicates International Day of Charity to Blessed Mother Teresa 5 September 2013 ? Today, the United Nations (UN) commemorated the anniversary of Blessed Mother Teresa...
Landmark UN labour treaty extends rights for domestic workers worldwide 5 September 2013 ? A United Nations treaty entering into force today will extend the labour...
Food prices fall for fourth consecutive month on cheaper cereals, oil - UN agency 5 September 2013 ? Global food prices dropped to their lowest levels since June 2012...
UN chief reports on world body's work in 2013, outlines new challenges 3 September 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today released his report to the...
Online platform marks 'new phase' of UN engagement with young people - Youth Envoy 5 September 2013 ? United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon's Envoy on Youth...
World Water Week: UN deputy chief urges greater international cooperation on sanitation 2 September 2013 ? Now is the time for accelerated, energized and concerted action on...
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FEATURE: United Nations breaks tradition to bring real diplomacy to model UN 30 August 2013 ? The United Nations is educating students on how things are actually done inside its...
Ahead of G20 summit, Ban calls for leadership towards building more sustainable future 30 August 2013 ? As the world's leading economies prepare to meet next week in Saint Petersburg...
United Nations marks International Day against Nuclear Tests 29 August 2013 ? As the United Nations marked the International Day against Nuclear Tests...
Reforms must ensure UN Assembly's place at centre of global governance, says body's President 29 August 2013 ? As the United Nations General Assembly gathered to review the efforts underway to...
At Alpbach, UN chief urges greater action to meet anti-poverty, sustainability goals 31 August 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged participants at the European... In key report, Ban outlines vision for 'bold' action to achieve MDGs, set future sustainable development agenda 21 August 2013 ? Ahead of an upcoming special General Assembly event next month on...
UN Assembly Proclaims 6 April International Day of Sport for Development, Peace 23 August 2013 ? The United Nations General Assembly today proclaimed 6 April as the...
Promoting global South cooperation key for agricultural development, ending hunger - UN official 21 August 2013 ? A senior UN official has stressed the importance of...
Ban urges greater action in Africa to meeting anti-poverty, sustainability goals 23 August 2013 ? Now is the time for African countries, development partners and the...
School meal programmes benefit children, support local farms in Latin America - UN study 23 August 2013 ? School feeding programmes in Latin America are having a positive impact...
On International Day, UNESCO urges greater efforts to raise awareness about history of slave trade 23 August 2013 ? Marking anniversary of the first successful slave uprising in the...
UN official stresses the importance of protection of civilians, aid workers in conflict situations 21 August 2013 ? On a visit to Brazil, the United Nations humanitarian chief honoured... Political will key to ensuring water and sanitation for all, says UN-backed report 14 August 2013 ? Political leadership and concrete action have led to good progress on...
Marking Youth Day, UN officials spotlight rights and potential of young migrants 12 August 2013 ? Marking International Youth Day, United Nations officials today...
Stopping hate speech spread via Internet tops agenda of UN anti-racism committee 12 August 2013 ? The United Nations committee tasked with combating racial... In Nagasaki message, Ban stresses need for education on benefits of nuclear disarmament 9 August 2013 ? In his message to a ceremony marking the 68th anniversary of the atomic...
Regional organizations must expand cooperation to tackle global challenges - Ban 6 August 2013 ? Regional organizations must find ways to expand their cooperation and...
Ahead of Youth Day, UN chief hears concerns from young people across the world 5 August 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today held an interactive dialogue with... Young people gather at UN to discuss how to achieve global development targets 7 August 2013 ? Hundreds of young people from across the world have gathered at United...
On anniversary of Hiroshima atomic bombing, UN officials urge nuclear disarmament 6 August 2013 ? True security is based on people?s welfare and not on military annihilation... International Day of Friendship an occassion to inspire peace, build trust - UN Chief 30 July 2013 ? Marking the International Day of Friendship, United Nations Secretary-...
Pope: Dialogue Is Always an Option 27 July 2013 ? Francis concluded his meeting with Brazil's leaders today... Ban rings Wall Street closing bell, welcomes NY Stock Exchange to UN initiative 24 July 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today welcomed the New York Stock...
United Nations General Assembly designates 19 November as World Toilet Day 24 July 2013 ? In a bid to make sanitation for all a global development priority, the United...
Pope's Address to Brazilian Leaders 27 July 2013 ? Here is the text of Pope Francis' Address to Brazilian Leaders...
UN children's agency to add IKEA toys to its early development kits for emergency areas 26 July 2013 ? The United Nations children's agency today said it is augmenting 24, 000 kits...
In Rwanda, senior UN official spotlights local sustainable solutions for hunger 22 July 2013 ? Visiting Rwanda, the head of the United Nations World Food Programme... UN Partners With WYD for Panel on Youth Leadership 19 July 2013 ? World Youth Day organizers and the United Nations are partnering...
On International Day, UN pays tribute to Nelson Mandela's contribution to public service 18 July 2013 ? The United Nations today marks Nelson Mandela International Day...
FEATURE: Inspired by Nelson Mandela, UN staff volunteer in their communities 18 July 2013 ? From New York to Darfur, United Nations workers honoured Nelson... General Assembly sets up new UN forum to boost sustainable development efforts 9 July 2013 ? The General Assembly today established a new High-level Political Forum...
World cereal production set to reach historic high in 2013 - UN food agency 11 July 2013 ? Global cereal production is expected to increase by 7 per cent in 2013...
UN Great Lakes envoy convenes Burundi conference on women's engagement in peace process 10 July 2013 ? Aiming to help develop a road map for women's engagement in efforts to... Millenium Development Goals are within reach, but stronger effort needed - UN report 1 July 2013 ? Thirteen years after the world set the Millenium Development Goals (MDGs)..
Cooperatives can also build socio-economic resilience during crises - UN officials 6 July 2013 ? The International Day of Cooperatives provides an opportunity to spotlight..
New strategies needed as rapid urbanization threatens sustainable development - UN report 2 July 2013 ? Without fresh ideas to address rapid urbanization, the number of people living...
At UN meeting, civil society, private sector partner to ensure food security in Africa 1 July 2013 ? More thatn 150 representatives of civil society, the private sector and the... 28 June 2013 ? Population dynamics play an important role in advancing peace,..
UN officials highlight key role of entrepreneurs in addressing development issues 26 June 2013 ? Supporting young entrepreneurs is essential to tackling world's most..
On Public Service Day, Ban hails good governance in development 23 June 2013 ? Marking United Nations Service Day today, Secretary-General Ban..
New head of UN industrial development agency reiterates commitment to developing countries 28 June 2013 ? The new head of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization..
UN agencies call for better protection of children working in fishing industry 27 June 2013 ? Governments must take measures to protect children from harmful work in..
Foreign investment in least developed nations hits record level in 2012 - UN report 27 June 2013 ? Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to the worlds poorest countries grew..
Children's voices critical to sustainable future, says UNICEF 24 June 2013 ? Children's issues as well as their voices and participation will be crucial to..
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UN officials in Rome, Pope Francis stress ?absolute necessity? of ending hunger 20 June 2013 ? Decrying starvation in a world of plenty as ?scandalous,? Pope Francis was ..
Music icon Stevie Wonder urges UN forum to ?sign, seal, deliver? treaty for visually impaired 21 June 2013 ? Stevie Wonder has appealed to more than 600 negotiators at a United ..
Radio programmes that address global issues honoured by UN/New York Festivals Awards 18 June 2013 ? A message of hope from a boy on the war-torn streets of Kabul, a profile of..
General Assembly elects UN Ambassador of Antigua and Barbuda as President of 68th session 14 June 2013 ? The United Nations General Assembly today elected by acclamation ..
UN food agency says 38 countries have met international target on hunger eradication 12 June 2013 ? Thirty-eight countries have already met internationally-set hunger ..
World population projected to reach 9.6 billion by 2050 ? UN report 13 June 2013 ? The current world population of 7.2 billion is projected to increase by ..
Ban calls on private sectors in US, China sector to help achieve sustainable development 12 June 2013 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today appealed to Chinese and United ..
UN chief urges teamwork, power of sports, to help build peaceful, prosperous future 5 June 2013 ? Sport is a valuable vehicle to reach peace and development objectives ... Read more
Outcome of global hunger summit as major step towards ending 'injustice of malnutrition' ? UN officials 8 June 2013 ? United Nations officials have welcomed the funds pledged and political... Read more
UN chief urges teamwork, power of sports, to help build peaceful, prosperous future 5 June 2013 ? Sport is a valuable vehicle to reach peace and development objectives,... Read more
Investing in small-scale farmers can help lift over 1 billion people out of poverty ? UN report? 4 June 2013 ? Given the right conditions and targeted support, small farmers can unleash a...
?Green jobs,? poverty and role of women top agenda at start of UN labour conference 5 June 2013 ? Demography and technology are helping to transform the work force more..
Strengthening the role of Civil Society to promote intercultural dialogue, diversity and inclusion- Baku 2013 Posted on June 3, 2013 - At the 2nd World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue in Baku ... Read more
Post-2015 development agenda an ?historic? opportunity to eradicate poverty ? UN chief 30 May 2013 ? The world has an historic opportunity to eradicate extreme poverty and... Read more
At development conference in Japan, Ban urges integration of Africa into the global economy 2 June 2013 ? To open the way for progress, African countries must adopt proactive... Read more
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