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Agencies have launched a funding appeal to support families affected by the recent earthquake in Afghanistan.

On Saturday, the area experienced two significant earthquakes, which were followed by a succession of aftershocks. Among these, a major one occurred on Wednesday, causing severe damage to several homes that had survived the initial quake. UN agencies report that…

Russia has been called upon to rescind the warrants for judges issued by the International Criminal Court.

“We agree with the concerns raised on Tuesday by the Presidency of the Assembly of States Parties of the International Criminal Court, regarding these actions which are deemed unacceptable. We urge for their immediate withdrawal,” stated Geneva spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani….

Improving resilience to disasters leads to a more secure and equitable future for the Caribbean, according to a blog post by the UN Resident Coordinator.

Natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and volcanic eruptions frequently result in devastation and loss of life in the Caribbean region. On the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction marked annually on 13 October, UN Resident Coordinator for Barbados and…

In September, China’s imports and exports declined by 6.2% due to weakened global demand.

HONG KONG —  In September, China experienced a decrease in both exports and imports compared to the previous year. However, the decline was less severe, despite the ongoing low demand in the global market. According to the recently released customs…

Central Asian countries are considering the advantages and drawbacks of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Central Asian nations are weighing the pros and cons of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN —  Some individuals from Central Asia have expressed their weariness towards Beijing’s political goals and worries about relying too heavily on China. However, they also acknowledge the advantages of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which was introduced…

The UN has suspended peacekeeping forces in the DR Congo due to allegations of serious misconduct.

MONUSCO released a statement on Wednesday denouncing the actions of individuals who do not uphold the standards expected of United Nations staff. Nine members of the group from South Africa have been arrested and are currently restricted to their military…

Collaboration between the United Nations and the African Union is imperative as the dynamics of conflict continue to change.

Parfait Onanga-Anyanga, the United Nations Special Representative to the African Union, informed ambassadors in New York that the coordination between the two organizations is especially significant in addressing present obstacles. He stated that the situation of conflicts in Africa is…

There are 100,000 incentives to provide aid: The United Nations’ organization for migration is active in Armenia.

Goris, with a population of 20,000, is a charming town nestled in the high mountains of southern Armenia. It is located 25 kilometers away from the Lachin corridor, which serves as the border with Azerbaijan. In late September, more than…

The mandate of the Special Rapporteur on Russia has been extended by the United Nations human rights body.

The United Nations Human Rights Council also “strongly urged” Russian officials to adhere to all of the country’s duties under global human rights regulations. The statement also emphasized the importance of protecting basic liberties, such as freedom of thought, opinion,…

The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) from China is providing Africa with infrastructure such as roads and railways, but also creating a burden of debt.

NAIROBI, KENYA —  Over 150 nations, particularly in Africa, have agreed to participate in China’s decade-old Belt and Road Initiative, also referred to as the BRI. Although the massive undertaking has successfully improved transportation and infrastructure in numerous impoverished countries,…