Following the initial progress, discussions at COP28 about climate change have reached a stalemate between optimism and challenges.
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES — Following a swift and productive start on the first day, negotiators at a vital United Nations climate conference concluded their first week on Wednesday in a more conventional position: a hazy area where progress and…
Moody’s has changed Hong Kong’s rating outlook to negative.
Hong Kong — On Wednesday, Moody’s, a ratings agency, lowered the forecast for Hong Kong’s credit rating from stable to negative. This decision came after a similar adjustment was made for China the previous day. China’s reopening after the pandemic…
The United Nations Security Council is informed about the enduring impact of war in Ukraine, described as immeasurable.
During the Security Council briefing, Miroslav Jenča, Assistant Secretary-General for Europe, stated that 2023 has been just as catastrophic for the citizens of Ukraine as the previous year. The OHCHR, a branch of the United Nations that monitors human rights,…
Turkish UN official calls for investigation into reported sexual assaults during acts of terror by Hamas.
The UN’s High Commissioner disputed accusations of unequal treatment towards the ongoing conflict in Gaza, stating that he had received reports of sexual assault during the Hamas assault on southern Israeli communities. He stated that it was evident and important…
The Secretary-General, Guterres, calls on the Security Council to take action on the Israel-Palestine crisis, citing it as a threat to international peace and security.
In a communication to the Council, Mr. Guterres referenced Article 99, found in Chapter XV of the Charter. According to this statement, the leader of the UN has the authority to notify the Security Council about any issue that he…
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson acknowledges his errors but stands by his COVID response.
London — During a public inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic on Wednesday, former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson stood by his actions and acknowledged that his government may have made some mistakes but maintained that they did their utmost. Johnson…
The organization WHO proposes implementing a tax on alcohol and sugary drinks. It’s time to take action and tackle the issue.
Geneva — The World Health Organization stated on Tuesday that countries should raise their taxes on alcohol and sugary drinks in order to encourage healthier habits, as only a small number of states are currently utilizing this tactic. The World…
The preliminary COP28 document proposes the elimination of fossil fuels.
DUBAI — According to a draft of the negotiating document seen on Tuesday, countries participating in the COP28 climate conference are discussing the possibility of formally phasing out the use of fossil fuels as part of the final agreement at…
Six children from Ukraine were brought back from Russia as part of an agreement with Qatar.
Doha — Six children from Ukraine who were taken by Russia during their invasion will be returned to their families after Qatar helped mediate the situation, according to officials from the Gulf nation on Tuesday. Russia has been alleged to…
Women from Africa leading the way in peacekeeping efforts.
In 2022, Baah was among the 173 female peacekeepers from Ghana who were part of the UN Interim Mission in Lebanon. She was also one of the 6,200 women peacekeepers, including military and police personnel, serving in 12 peacekeeping missions…