Dozens displaced in largest demolition in years in the West Bank
Seventy-three people, including 41 children have been displaced after Israeli authorities demolished their homes and other structures, and destroyed belongings in the Palestinian community...
The role of impact investing in “Building Back Better”
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), together with the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), has organized a high-level side...
Darfur’s troubled waters hold key to peace
Each year, 06 November marks the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict. Here we report on how...
South Sudan rape convictions reaffirm commitment to zero tolerance
The top UN official working to end rape during wartime said she was encouraged by recent “positive steps” taken by the South Sudanese army...
New International Code to Provide Greater Legal Protection for Tourists
Tourists are to be given greater legal protection as consumers under new plans being advanced by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). With restoring confidence...
Belarus targets women human rights defenders after disputed August elections
Independent UN experts criticized Belarus on Tuesday for persecuting women human rights defenders, who have been involved in the mass protests underway in the country since August’s controversial presidential election.
"Belarus has effectively criminalized human...
Protecting citizens from COVID while granting refugee access, can be done- UNHCR
It is possible for countries to both protect public health and “ensure access” for vulnerable people forced to flee their homes, the UN refugee...
Chinese Taipei Contributes to Inclusive and Sustainable Growth Initiatives
Chinese Taipei has contributed USD 1.5 million in funding to support APEC’s economic and technical cooperation initiatives, particularly members’ capacity building needs and to...
Guterres: ‘Take urgent steps’ to calm intercommunal violence in Ethiopia
Inclusive dialogue is crucial to diffuse tensions across Ethiopia, said the UN Secretary-General on Tuesday, following reports of dozens killed and injured during brutal attacks in the west...
Libyan sides agree plan on implementing ceasefire deal
Military officers from Libya’s warring parties have agreed practical steps towards implementing a ceasefire agreement, following the signing of an historic accord in Geneva...