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Kamboj also stressed that UN peacekeeping missions could support host countries in addressing the issue of the illicit transfer of small arms and light weapons. She said this could take place by strengthening the capacities of law enforcement and security agencies in the safe handling, upkeep and stockpile management of arms and weapons, including those that have been recovered from non-state actors.

BERLIN, Dec 11 (IPS) - Champagne corks popped in New York after the majority voted in favour of a UN tax convention. The clear result paved the way for a stronger role of the United Nations in shaping more inclusive and effective international tax cooperation. This fulfils a decades-long demand by the G77 group and the international civil society.

The overwhelming global mood against Israel in the face of rising civilian deaths in Gaza may have played a crucial role in India’s course-correction from its earlier stand.

Geneva: The State of Qatar has affirmed its commitment to empowering its youth aligns with its National Vision 2030. This vision aims to transform Qat...

The events leading to the emergence of Bangladesh and its final days are full of dramatic occurrences.

For a truly resilient Pacific, all threats must be addressed. This was the message conveyed during a special event on a Plastic Free Pacific held at the Moana Blue Pacific Pavilion during the 28th Conference of the Parties of the UN Climate Change Convention.Pacific communities are at the forefro...

(UPDATE) THE Philippines voted in favor of the United Nations resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza to halt the loss of life and suffering in the Palestinian enclave under heavy bombardment by Israel.

Explaining India's vote, the country's Permanent Representative to the UN in New York, Ruchira Kamboj, said this was being done 'to strike the right balance'

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His Majesty says Jordan is pushing for more coordinated humanitarian response in GazaKing warns of waning international attention to ongoing refugee crisisGENEVA — His Majesty King Abdullah on Wednesday delivered the keynote address at the Global Refugee Forum in Geneva, co-convened by Jordan, Colombia, France, Japan and Uganda, and co-hosted by Switzerland and UNHCR.His