UN Headlines: Sept 6 – Sept 25, 2017 from UN News Center

25 September 2017

In UN address, Venezuela decries effects of capitalism as enemy of Mother Nature

Peru, at UN, calls for more inclusive globalization based on multilateralism and dialogue

Storm-ravaged Dominica in urgent need of food and water, finds UN assessment team

At UN Assembly, Turkmenistan stresses importance for greater global cooperation

Uruguay joins other nations addressing General Assembly in calling for stronger, more flexible UN

Parties to Afghan conflict show renewed interest in political engagement, UN envoy says

With annual general debate over, time has come for action, UN Assembly President says

New lab will boost UN efforts to keep harmful insects at bay

Top UN envoy to Somalia welcomes parliamentary review of media law

In UN Assembly address, Angola emphasises its ‘decisive’ role in multilateralism

UN chief voices concern over ‘potentially destabilizing effects’ of Kurdish referendum

Timor-Leste is vivid example of what UN can do in peacebuilding, Assembly debate told

At UN Assembly, Nicaragua underscores dialogue and negotiation as way to peace

Ongoing settlement activities undermining Israeli-Palestinian peace efforts, warns UN envoy

United Nations ‘backbone’ of global order, stresses Norway at Assembly

New Zealand, at General Assembly, urges reformed UN to ‘do better’ to solve global problems

At General Assembly, Mozambique calls for reformed UN, greater aid from wealthy States

Allow people to be ‘dignified agents of their own destiny,’ Holy See tells UN debate

New UN report details grave human rights violations in Crimea

In Bangladesh, UN refugee chief warns influx of Rohingya outpaces capacities to respond

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24 September 2017

UN Secretary-General condemns killing of peacekeepers in Mali

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23 September 2017

Cluster of extreme weather events leave no doubt climate change is real, Caribbean nations tell UN

At UN, Tanzania – ‘as a country of refuge to many’ – stresses importance of regional stability

Sudan has ‘turned the page’ on conflicts, Foreign Minister tells UN Assembly

At UN Assembly, sub-Saharan leaders call for increased UN aid to regional anti-terror force

National sovereignty and non-interference must be respected within UN, Burundi tells Assembly

At UN Assembly, Iraq outlines vision for post-conflict reconstruction

'No alternative to multilateralism,' in tackling global issues, Singapore tells UN Assembly

At UN Assembly, Saudi Arabia pledges to press ahead in combat against terrorism, extremism

Maldives at UN Assembly calls for stronger UN to tackle global crises

Small island nations in Pacific urge global action to fight climate change

In General Assembly address, Bahrain calls for strong, stable Middle East

Talk of African renaissance ‘misplaced and premature,’ Eritrea tells UN Assembly

Fight against drugs and crime aims to protect law-abiding people, Philippines tells UN

At UN Assembly, DPR Korea denounces US President’s ‘reckless and violent’ comments

In a globalized world, ‘we must live in each other’s shelter, not shadow,’ Ireland tells UN

Djibouti tells General Assembly a reformed UN central to confronting global challenges is needed

‘To deny climate change is to deny a truth we have just lived’ says Prime Minister of storm-hit Dominica

Global challenges ‘a litmus test’ for leadership, Nepal Prime Minister tells UN Assembly

DR Congo, at General Assembly, calls on UN mission there to focus more on development

Tackling ‘curse of poverty’ tops Indian Government’s agenda, UN General Assembly told

Syrian Government has spared no effort to end bloodshed, Deputy Prime Minister tells UN

In UN address, South Sudan urges balanced approach to peace, development

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22 September 2017

Technology vital for small nations to meet development goals, Lesotho’s Prime Minister tells UN

Multilateralism key to address complex global challenges, South East Asian leaders urge at UN Assembly

European leaders at General Assembly stress UN’s vital importance in resolving global crises

Sierra Leone, at UN debate, stresses preventive diplomacy for regional peace

Enhancing connectivity, market access ‘priority’ for landlocked nations, Mongolia tells UN

At UN Assembly, United Arab Emirates stresses its resolve to fight terrorism

Greece, at UN, spotlights ‘soft power’ to forge regional, international cooperation

President of former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, says human rights must be at centre of global action

Spate of recent disasters makes climate change ‘impossible to deny,’ Caribbean nations tell UN

Mitigating climate change impacts vital for sustainable future, Somali leader tells UN Assembly

No time for scepticism, ‘decisive climate action’ needed, Ethiopia tells UN

Nordic leaders call for reform that places UN at the centre of global multilateralism

Hungary, at UN, says roots of terrorism must be tackled; warns ‘migratory waves’ bring terrorists to Europe

At UN, Cuba urges relief to assist storm-hit Caribbean; cites ‘setback’ in bilateral relations with US

At UN Assembly, Pacific Island States press for action to mitigate impacts of climate change

UN officials hail establishment of Technology Bank for world’s poorest nations

Global Goals a ‘blueprint’ for fair and equitable development, Kenya tells UN Assembly

Tunisia, at UN, calls for comprehensive response to global terrorism

Algeria tells Assembly reformed UN necessary for dealing with world’s many crises

International rules-based order in jeopardy Australia’s Foreign Minister tells UN assembly

UN scales up response as number of Rohingya refugees fleeing Myanmar nears 500,000

Facing a grim reality, we need more than ‘declarations’ to ensure better world, Albania tells UN

Funding shortfall jeopardizes humanitarian response in Yemen, UN aid chief warns

At UN, Central African Republic President outlines country’s peace, reconciliation process

‘No room for complacency’ when survival of future generations is at stake, Bhutan tells UN Assembly

Torture during interrogations not just wrong but also counterproductive – UN rights chief

‘Surge of solidarity’ can halt spread of poverty, Cameroon’s President tells UN Assembly

Darfur: AU-UN mission urges restraint after clashes at camp for displaced persons

21 September 2017

At UN assembly, Croatia calls for treating migrants humanely while also tackling ‘root causes’

European ministers tell Assembly UN is proper place to tackle phenomenon of mass migrations

Hurricane Irma erased ‘footprints of an entire civilization’ on Barbuda, Prime Minister tells UN

At UN Assembly, Pacific small islands urge collective action against climate change impacts

Peace and stability vital for sustainable development in a fragile world, Kazakh Minister tells UN Assembly

Boost regional cooperation, for the ‘sake of peace and prosperity,’ Belarus tells global leaders at UN

Climate change requires most urgent mitigation measures, African leaders tell UN Assembly

Addressing Rohingya crisis, Bangladesh proposes UN-monitored ‘safe zones’ in Myanmar

To address terrorism, ‘we must stamp out its root causes,’ Pakistan leader says at UN Assembly

Solidarity strengthens nations addressing severe challenges, Georgia’s Prime Minister tells UN Assembly

China, at UN Assembly, urges DPRK not to go ‘further along a dangerous direction’

Iraq: Security Council voices concern over planned referendum in Kurdistan Region

With world at epic crossroads, UN seems like it’s on ‘silent’ mode, Jordan tells Assembly

The world needs ‘a true global partnership,’ Indonesia’s Vice-President tells UN Assembly

Russia’s Lavrov backs view on primacy of sovereignty in international relations

Disarmament and non-proliferation ‘mutually-reinforcing,’ Security Council told

Sustained engagement vital to address immense humanitarian needs in Syria – UN official

At UN Assembly, African leaders call for more support to fight terrorism in sub-Saharan Sahel

Reform vital for achieving sustainable development, Zimbabwe’s Mugabe tells UN Assembly

Dialogue, peaceful dispute settlement ‘indispensable’ to achieving peace, El Salvador tells UN Assembly

Nationalist worldview is recipe for ‘more conflict, less prosperity, Germany tells UN Assembly

‘The people and Government of Mexico stand,’ quake-hit country’s leader tells UN Assembly

Sustainable development possible only if global community works together, Slovenia tells UN

Global action keeping famine at bay but failing to prevent suffering, UN chief warns

Industrialization can drive growth, sustainable development in Africa, stress UN officials

Yemeni President, at UN, urges ongoing support as country seeks to end war, secure lasting peace

DR Congo: Security Council condemns attack against UN peacekeeping mission

‘We can’t build strong relationships if we refuse to have conversations,’ Canada’s Trudeau says at UN

UN hails landmark pricing deal for faster rollout of ‘game-changing’ HIV treatment

‘We are in it together,’ Ghana tells UN Assembly, reaffirming Global Goals for planet and people

Countering extremism in Middle East requires socio-economic measures, Lebanese leader tells UN

Nepal: UN chief welcomes holding of local elections as ‘crucial step’ for upcoming polls

UN chief calls for ‘meaningful’ youth engagement in peace efforts, not just symbolism

UN officials urge sustained support for humanitarian efforts in Lake Chad Basin

Haitian President backs Paris climate accord, calls on UN to honour commitments on tackling cholera

Multilateralism is pathway forward to a better world, Cyprus tells UN Assembly

Republic of Korea, at General Assembly, calls for more active UN role in solving nuclear crisis

At UN, Serbian President discusses future of peaceful, prosperous Western Balkans region

Security Council approves probe into ISIL’s alleged war crimes in Iraq

UNICEF urges countries to prioritize early childhood development

More than half of children and youth worldwide 'not learning' – UNESCO

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20 September 2017

No one country can tackle the problems associated with migration, Libya tells global leaders

'Season of natural disasters’ calls for action to address extreme weather events – Dominican Republic

Africa must be allowed to play rightful role in international affairs, Moroccan Minister tells UN

Kuwait to host donors conference on rebuilding Iraq, Prime Minister tells UN Assembly

Healthy oceans, safe climate imperative for small islands to survive, Pacific island leaders tell UN

World oblivious to suffering of other minorities in Rakhine, says Myanmar Vice-President

‘We all share a responsibility’ to combat terrorism, President of Senegal tells world leaders

Multilateralism is the only clear path for tackling today’s challenges, Romania tells UN

Southern African leaders, at General Assembly, call for levelling the economic playing field

‘Relentless reality of climate change’ transforming long-held notions about development, Chile tells UN

Window of opportunity for peace in Mali ‘slowly narrowing,’ warns Secretary-General

Growing number of rights defenders facing reprisals for cooperating with UN

Human rights a precondition for peace; dialogue ‘only way’ to make it sustainable, Montenegro tells UN

‘We bear responsibility for a fruitful future,’ says Argentine leader at UN Assembly

Time to translate nuclear test moratorium into legally binding obligation – UN chief

UN must reform, ‘win our trust’ by proving it can deliver, UK leader tells General Assembly

A more flexible UN can have real, positive impact on the ground, Latvia tells Assembly

UN rights chief urges all States to outlaw discrimination against LGBTI people

UN must lead global battle against counterfeit medicines, Congo tells General Assembly

At UN Assembly, South American leaders urge commitment with global development goals

European Union and UN launch new initiative to eliminate gender violence

UN has ‘narrow window of opportunity’ to turn the tide on raft of global ills, warns Ukraine President

World leaders gathered at UN commit to boosting investment in education

International community must remain united to address global challenges, stresses Italian leader

Addressing Assembly, Portugal highlights need for UN reform, conflict prevention measures

Conflict prevention, migration and terrorism key concerns for EU and member countries at UN

Japan’s Abe, at UN General Assembly, calls for ‘action now’ on DPRK nuclear programme

UN offers up new strategy to advance peace, stability in Libya

Palestinian leader, at General Assembly, calls on ‘duty-bound’ UN to end Israeli occupation

Côte d'Ivoire is inspiring example of UN peacekeeping success, country’s leader tells Assembly

At UN, Azerbaijan urges respect for Security Council measures; cites support for cultural diversity

Peace operations ‘not a substitute’ for diplomatic efforts, Security Council told

Panama vows to combat drug trafficking, asks for help to eliminate ‘blood money’ driving scourge

Concerned at ongoing rights violations in Yemen, UN advisers back call for international probe

Focus on people’s prosperity key to sustainable development, says Kyrgyz leader at UN Assembly

At General Assembly, Iran’s leader denounces those seeking to rip apart nuclear pact

Supporting spirit of UN reforms, Rwanda urges world leaders to address global challenges

At General Assembly, Bosnia and Herzegovina stresses central role of UN in preventing war

One year on, UN officials take stock of efforts to address large movements of refugees, migrants

Not enough new antibiotics in the pipeline, UN report warns

Treaty banning nuclear weapons opens for signature at UN

UN chief condemns terrorist attacks in Nigeria, Cameroon

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19 September 2017

Mauritanian minister highlights country’s successful efforts to combat terrorism

At UN, Central American leaders urge ‘rethink’ of system used to classify development status

No alternative to international cooperation, stresses Austrian minister at UN Assembly

Bolivia’s Morales, at UN, says natural resources, basic necessities must be viewed as human rights

Transfer of power essential to strengthen democracy, Sri Lankan President tells UN Assembly

Marking 25th anniversary of UN membership, Armenia pledges continued support

During our difficult times, ‘we knew we had friends,’ says Gambian President Barrow

At UN, Guatemalan President pledges government’s full commitment to fight corruption

UN must bolster role in coordinating Member States’ efforts to tackle challenges, Tajik leader says

UN stands ready to assist following deadly earthquake in Mexico

UN must update itself to face 21st century challenges, Afghan leader tells General Assembly

Striving for peace, decent life for all, ‘very pertinent’ UN Assembly theme, says Ugandan President

Government bodies must serve people, Uzbek President stresses at UN assembly

At General Assembly, Baltic leaders spotlight human rights, UN reform among vital concerns

Leaders meeting at UN underscore need to fast-track climate action

‘No room for double standards’ in combatting terrorism, stresses Egyptian President at UN Assembly

At UN, Colombian President says successful peace process could serve as model for others

Uzbekistan gifts UN Headquarters with model of historic architecture

Mali’s President, at UN Assembly, calls on world to help equip regional anti-terror force

In wake of Hurricane Irma, UN launches $55 million plan to assist Cubans in need

At UN, Central European leaders spotlight development, countering terrorism and securing peace

Netanyahu, at General Assembly, denounces ‘absurdities,’ anti-Semitism in UN decisions

French initiative to create global environment pact deserves support, says Secretary-General

World must unite in fight against terrorism, Qatar urges leaders at UN Assembly

UN chief hails transformative power of women’s economic empowerment

At UN Assembly, Turkey calls on world to fulfil aid pledges for hosting Syrian refugees

No one country can resolve global challenges single-handedly, Zambia stresses at UN Assembly

‘To each his own’ not a viable alternative in a world facing shared challenges, Swiss President says

The 21st century will be an African century, Guinean President tells UN General Assembly

At General Assembly, France urges return to optimism, values that underpinned UN’s founding

All nations should embrace their sovereignty, US President tells world leaders at UN Assembly

Upcoming elections will signal Liberia's ‘irreversible course’ towards democracy, President Sirleaf tells UN

International solidarity key to address global challenges, urges Nigerian President Buhari

‘We need more diplomacy, more negotiating’ Brazilian President tells UN Assembly

DR Congo: UN agency urges Government to protect refugees after tragic killings

UN scaling up assistance as number of Rohingya refugees grows to over 400,000

Over 40 million people caught in modern slavery, 152 million in child labour – UN

Repair 'world in pieces' and create 'world at peace,' UN chief Guterres urges global leaders

President of UN General Assembly urges world leaders to engage in working for the people

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18 September 2017

UN and partners launch initiative to reach equal pay for women at work

UN General Assembly’s annual debate to ‘focus on people,’ ensuring decent life for all

Conflict keeps 27 million children out of school, with girls at high risk of abuse – UN report

As climate change makes bad weather worse, countries must strengthen resilience, UN officials urge

‘Window of opportunity’ closing on non-communicable diseases, warns UN health agency

Iran implementing its nuclear commitments, UN atomic agency chief stresses

UN chief outlines strategy to reshape global finance for sustainable development

More than 120 countries back pledged reforms to shape ‘21st century UN’

School meal funding crisis puts 1.5 million West, Central African children at risk, UN agency warns

Inclusive and sustainable development key to prevent violent extremism – deputy UN chief

World leaders pledge to eliminate sexual exploitation and abuse; UN chief outlines course of action

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17 September 2017

Use political weight to eliminate sexual exploitation and abuse, UN official urges global leaders

UN-supported campaign to immunize 150,000 Rohingya children against deadly diseases

16 September 2017

UN refugee agency 'shocked' by killings in eastern DR Congo

On International Day, UN highlights importance of collective action to protect ozone layer

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15 September 2017

At annual event, UN invites Member States to join multilateral treaty framework

Fresh violence in Central African Republic leads to more displaced – UN agency

Rohingya crisis one of the fastest growing in recent years, warns UN refugee agency

UN chief condemns deadly terrorist attack in southern Iraq

UN dedicates annual Peace Day to safety, respect for refugees and migrants

INTERVIEW: UN should be flagbearer when it comes to gender parity, stresses top official

Global hunger rising again, driven by conflict and climate change – UN report

UN condemns DPRK ballistic missile launch; stresses country cease such activities

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14 September 2017

Security Council approves mandate, operations and size of UN Verification Mission in Colombia

New UN global innovation forum to 'creatively disrupt' status quo for women and girls in tech

Put people before profits, UN urges in annual trade report

Arms proliferation continues in Darfur, but area remains largely calm, Security Council told

Security Council approves one-year extension of UN political mission in Libya

UN anti-crime agency at 20; tackling terrorism, cybercrime vital for peaceful and sustainable future

Back from Wau, UN South Sudan envoy says security improved, people returning home

UNICEF scales-up relief for Rohingya facing critical 'shortages of everything'

World's poor bearing the brunt of global crises, stresses UN rights expert

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13 September 2017

UN chief calls for action on Myanmar and DPR Korea; launches reform initiatives

Following Lankesh's murder, UN rights experts urge Indian Government to protect free speech

Nigeria: Famine averted but millions still at risk, stresses top UN relief official

Peacebuilding efforts needed to tackle Boko Haram, end Lake Chad Basin crisis, Security Council told

Somalia facing complex immediate and long-term challenges, UN Security Council told

Security Council calls on Guinea-Bissau leaders to 'find common ground' for resolution of political crisis

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12 September 2017

PODCAST: How the UN’s cybercrime unit is helping to track paedophiles and protect children

South-South cooperation key to overcoming inequalities, says UN deputy chief

UN trade report highlights impact of loss of land and resources to Palestinian economy

General Assembly opens 72nd session with focus on the world’s people

Much of the planet’s land severely degraded owing to increased consumption, UN warns

Egypt: UN chief condemns terrorist attack in northern Sinai

Over 3.5 million refugee children missing out on education, UN report finds

UN and partners aiding ‘unprecedented’ flow of refugees from Myanmar

UN envoy stresses urgency of adequate, predictable resources for AU Mission in Somalia

INTERVIEW: UN Assembly President aims to achieve ‘results for people’

Ongoing tensions pose continued dangers for civilians in eastern Ukraine, notes UN report

Abuse, exploitation and trafficking 'stark reality' for migrant children trying to reach Europe – UN report

Ahead of talks on Venezuela, UN chief voices support for political solution

11 September 2017

Security Council approves toughest resolution yet against DPR Korea

Security Council strongly condemns ‘heinous’ attack on Egyptian police

At close of 71st General Assembly, outgoing President stresses sustainability

Top UN official commends Niger for tackling complex humanitarian crisis

New mission in Colombia ready to boost confidence for stable peace, says UN envoy

UN human rights chief points to ‘textbook example of ethnic cleansing’ in Myanmar

UNICEF: Decades of progress for children at risk across Middle East and North Africa

Further development of DPRK nuclear programme cause of grave concern – UN atomic energy chief

UN chief sends condolences, offers help after earthquake in Mexico

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8 September 2017

Return of refugees in DR Congo fraught with challenges, reports UN agency

INTERVIEW: UN must lead ‘surge in diplomacy’ for peace, Guterres says ahead of 72nd General Assembly

‘Robust action’ required to assist growing number of refugees on Greek islands – UN

On International Day, UN promotes online literacy in digital world

UN scales up response as 270,000 flee Myanmar into Bangladesh in two weeks

Hasten efforts to achieve sustainable global goals, urges deputy UN chief

Continued risk of catastrophic damage as Irma traverses path of destruction, warns UN

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7 September 2017

Vital that users verify accuracy before hitting ‘Share’ button, UN meeting on combatting #fakenews told

UN, partners seek $106 million in humanitarian aid for drought-hit Kenya

At high-level forum, UN stresses importance of education in building ‘culture of peace’

UN supporting national relief efforts as Hurricane Irma threatens nearly 50 million people

Marginalization, perceived abuse of power pushing Africa’s youth to extremism – UN study

Global food prices fall in August as cereal output heads for record high – UN

6 September 2017

FEATURE: Does drone technology hold promise for the UN?

Suspected cholera cases complicate already complex crisis in northeast Nigeria – UN relief wing

UN summit spotlights financial need to combat land degradation

World needs to move beyond ‘conceptual debate’ and improve protection from atrocities, urges Guterres

Security Council, UN chief condemn latest attack on peacekeepers in Mali

Syria: UN probe documents use of chemical weapons and other crimes against civilians

Ahead of Hurricane Irma, UN agencies preparing supplies and communication lines to youth

Conflict, widespread poverty stall progress on education rates over past decade – UNICEF


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