Countries adopt landmark framework that transforms ‘value’ of nature
UN Member States agreed a new statistical framework on Wednesday that takes into account...
Myanmar: UN Security Council strongly condemns violence against peaceful protesters
The United Nations Security Council has strongly condemned the violence against peaceful...
Unprecedented number of women leaders, but parity still far off
While the number of women heads of State or in government around the world has reached unprecedented levels, the...
Ten years on, Syrian crisis ‘remains a living nightmare’: UN Secretary-General
Secretary-General António Guterres has underlined the UN’s determination to continue pursuing a...
Disaster preparedness is key, 10 years on from Japan quake and tsunami: UN
The UN chief urged countries to make sure they invest the funds...
‘Hell’ in Yemen, with millions ‘knocking on the door of famine’ WFP’s Beasley warns
Over half the Yemen population is facing acute food shortages “with millions...
World stands at critical moment to deliver on 2030 Agenda – UN deputy chief
The world is at a critical moment to deliver on the 2030...
World stands at critical moment to deliver on 2030 Agenda – UN deputy chief
The world is at a critical moment to deliver on the 2030...
Recognizing ‘historic tipping point’, UN begins push towards more sustainable energy future
Renewable energy is “crucial for building a sustainable, prosperous and peaceful future”,...
Commitment to post-pandemic ‘green’ recovery falling short, UN-backed study finds
Countries have fallen short in their commitments to build back better after the...