Tag: Peace and Security
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Security Council President Outlines January Work Programme: Rule of Law and Middle East Focus
January Work Programme Highlights The President of the United Nations Security Council for January announced a series of high-level open debates and meetings designed to advance the Council’s core priorities. Speaking at a Headquarters press conference, the Council President outlined a packed agenda focused on promoting and strengthening the rule of law and addressing critical…
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General Assembly approves $3.45 billion UN regular budget for 2026
Overview: A new year, a new UN regular budget The United Nations General Assembly has approved the organization’s regular budget for 2026, totaling $3,450,426,300. This funding supports the UN’s three core pillars—peace and security, sustainable development, and human rights—while enabling the organization to carry out its work at a time of rising global challenges. The…
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UN General Assembly Approves $3.45 Billion Regular Budget for 2026
Overview: A $3.45 Billion Plan for 2026 The United Nations General Assembly, gathering representatives from its 193 member states, approved the UN regular budget for 2026 totaling $3,450,426,300. This decision funds the organization’s core functions across three pillars: peace and security, sustainable development, and human rights. The approved amount reflects ongoing efforts to balance operational…
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Peace as Eritrea’s Cornerstone: The Horn of Africa’s Strategic Path, Says Minister
Peace as the Cornerstone of Eritrea’s Regional Strategy Eritrea’s approach to its role in the Horn of Africa is being framed around one unifying principle: peace. In recent remarks, the country’s Minister of Information, Yemane Gebremeskel, described peace as the essential foundation for Eritrea’s engagement with its regional environment. He stressed that a stable, peaceful…
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Peace Key to Eritrea’s Role in the Horn of Africa
Peace as the Foundation of Eritrea’s Regional Strategy Eritrea’s leadership has long framed its regional influence around more than military power or economic assets. In remarks made by the Ministry of Information, Minister Yemane Gebremeskel emphasized that peace is the fundamental bedrock of Eritrea’s engagement with the Horn of Africa. This stance reflects a strategic…
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UN Secretary-General to Attend G20 Summit: Key Agendas Unpacked
H2: Overview of the briefing Today’s daily press briefing from the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General provided a concise roadmap of the United Nations’ priorities ahead of the Secretary-General’s trip to the annual G20 summit. Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric outlined the core goals, diplomatic expectations, and the issues the UN plans to advance on…
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National Dialogue Advances Gender-Responsive Peace and Security in Pakistan
Overview of the National Dialogue on Women, Peace and Security The first-ever National Dialogue on Women, Peace and Security (WPS) in Pakistan marks a milestone in integrating gender equality into national security strategies. Convened in Islamabad by the National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) in partnership with the National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW)…
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National-driven progress: Pakistan’s inaugural dialogue on Women, Peace and Security
Introduction: A landmark step for Women, Peace and Security in Pakistan The National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA), in collaboration with the National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) and UN Women, has convened Pakistan’s first-ever National Dialogue on Women, Peace and Security (WPS) in Islamabad. This milestone event signals a commitment to elevating women’s…
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Nobel Peace Prize 2025 Live: Norway’s Risky Bet as Trump Decision Looms
Live updates as the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize decision nears Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Nobel Peace Prize 2025. In Oslo, anticipation is building as the independent Norwegian Nobel Committee prepares to announce the winner. The field is traditionally tight, with candidates drawn from individuals and organizations around the world. While the shortlist…
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Albanese Addresses UN General Assembly: A Call for Unity
Albanese’s Powerful Address to the UN General Assembly In a momentous speech at the UN General Assembly, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called upon nations worldwide to unite in the effort against misinformation and divisive narratives propagated through social media. As leaders gather to discuss pressing global issues, Albanese emphasized the need for cooperative frameworks…