UN Affairs

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Unity in Security Council was key to recent easing of tensions on Korean Peninsula – UN chief

23 April 2018
Global

The unity within the Security Council played an essential role in creating the positive momentum that led to a decision by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) to suspend nuclear tests and launches of intercontinental ballistic missiles, the United Nations chief said Monday, noting however that the 15-member body has so far failed to achieve such unity to tackle the Syrian crisis.

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Guterres hails predecessor Dag Hammarskjöld as ‘my reference and my inspiration’

22 April 2018
Global

Secretary-General António Guterres on Sunday described his predecessor Dag Hammarskjöld as his “fundamental inspiration,” who should be regarded as the “central reference” point for the whole United Nations ideal today.

UN News/Elizabeth Scaffidi

INTERVIEW: Under ‘cloak of confidentiality,’ UN Ombudsman works to resolve internal conflicts

19 April 2018
Global

Sometimes sparks can fly in the crossroads between creativity and conflict. For this reason, the United Nations has an Ombudsman, who helps guide friction into productive solutions.

UN Photo/Mark Garten

In annual memorial, UN pays tribute to 140 fallen staff members

19 April 2018
Global

Were it not for the sacrifices of United Nations peacekeepers, humanitarians and other personnel, the people who needed urgent support in the most difficult and dangerous environments would have experienced greater suffering, the top UN official said Thursday in an annual memorial service for fallen colleagues. 

UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe

Winnie Mandela left an ‘indelible mark on the history of the 20th century,’ says UN chief

13 April 2018
Africa

“‘Mama Winnie’ – as she was affectionately known – was a towering figure in the struggle against apartheid,” said  Secretary-General António Guterres on Friday, during a tribute held at United Nations Headquarters in honour of the late Winfred ‘Winnie’ Nomzamo Madikizela-Mandela.

UN China/Zhao Yun

In Beijing, Guterres commends China’s leadership on Global Goals, support for diplomatic solution on Korean Peninsula

8 April 2018
Asia Pacific

During an official visit, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Sunday met in Beijing with Xi Jinping, President of China, where he congratulated the President on his recent re-election. 

UN Photo/Loey Felipe

Member States’ support essential for an effective UN, says outgoing political chief

29 March 2018
Global

After nearly six years as the United Nations political chief, Jeffrey Feltman on Thursday spoke to the press for the last time as the Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, spotlighting the importance of multilateralism and the support of UN Member countries for the Organization’s vital work.

UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe

UN receives nearly $1 billion from Saudi Arabia and UAE for humanitarian response to Yemen crisis

28 March 2018
Middle East

Ahead of the upcoming international fundraising conference for Yemen, the United Nations has received nearly $1 billion contributions from Saudi Araba and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and urged other donors to follow suit and help tackle the world’s worst humanitarian crisis there.

UN Photo/Mark Garten (file)

UN chief urges Myanmar's leaders to take ‘unified stance’ against hatred in the country

26 March 2018
Asia Pacific

A united Nations spokesman said Monday that Secretary-General António Guterres is shocked at reports of remarks attributed to Myanmar Senior General U Min Aung Hlaing.

UN Photo/Rick Bajornas

US has informed UN of decision to expel Russian diplomats

26 March 2018
Global

A United Nations spokesman confirmed on Monday that the world body was aware of the announcement by the United States Government of its decision to take action against certain Russian diplomats in the US.