The UN forum urges countries to work together immediately to avoid potential setbacks in achieving sustainable development.
The 11th APFSD began in Bangkok, with attendees calling for countries to quickly enact urgent measures, supported by strong and ongoing international cooperation. The serious caution implied that nations faced the danger of falling even further behind in their efforts…
The United Nations Secretary-General stated in Doha that we all desire a peaceful Afghanistan.
During a two-day conference with regional and national special envoys for Afghanistan, António Guterres addressed the media and shared that all attendees were in agreement about the necessary actions, despite the absence of the Taliban. “We desire for Afghanistan to…
The ongoing deterioration of women’s rights in Afghanistan persists.
According to the latest survey by UN Women, International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the UN’s Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), 745 Afghan women have reported an increase in harassment and restriction of their movements due to heightened police presence…
According to data from the United Nations, the Asia-Pacific region is not making progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
In 2015, global leaders agreed upon the 17 Goals which aim to eliminate extreme poverty and hunger, guarantee access to clean water and sanitation, and deliver quality education for all by the year 2030. The 2024 Report on Progress towards…
A severe weather event in Mongolia, known as a “dzud,” has placed 90% of the country in a state of high risk.
The Office of the UN Resident Coordinator in Mongolia reports that approximately 190,000 households of herders are facing difficulties due to insufficient feed, rapidly increasing prices, and increased vulnerabilities. Herding and livestock have traditionally been integral to Mongolia’s economy, culture…
UNICEF denounces the bombing of educational facilities in Myanmar.
The victims were male children aged 12 to 14 years old. Debora Comini, Regional Director for East Asia and the Pacific at UNICEF, expressed strong disapproval of any attacks on schools and educational institutions. She emphasized the importance of these…
The United Nations’ human rights office expresses worry before Pakistan’s upcoming elections.
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) condemned any and all acts of violence targeting political parties and candidates in the days leading up to Thursday’s election. Liz Throssell, a representative, stated that there have…
The Taliban’s enforcement of strict dress codes for women in Afghanistan must be brought to an end.
Since the beginning of January, there has been a rise in reported incidents that are allegedly connected to women not adhering to the Taliban’s strict dress code. The experts chosen by the Human Rights Council urged the de facto authorities…
On the anniversary of the coup, the UN Secretary-General urges an end to the Myanmar military’s violent campaign.
The UN Secretary-General’s representative emphasized the critical need for a switch to democratic leadership and the restoration of civilian authority in a statement released on Wednesday. The statement declared that the Secretary-General denounces any acts of violence and urges for…
Three years after the coup in Myanmar, the UN human rights chief calls for increased attention to the country’s situation.
“In the midst of numerous global crises, it is crucial that no one is left behind. The citizens of Myanmar have endured prolonged suffering,” stated Volker Türk in anticipation of the one-year anniversary of the coup on February 1. The…