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Ban calls for enhanced partnership with Southeast Asian bloc to promote peace, development
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today called for enhanced partnership between the United Nations and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), as the two bodies work together for peace, human rights and sustainable development across the region. “You have a tremendous opportunity to… [source: UN News Centre ]
Letter from Secretary-General to Security Council President on OPCW-UN Joint Mission
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At historic meeting, UN officials urge renewed efforts to rid world of nuclear threat
Senior United Nations officials today called on Member States to take renewed steps to rid the world of nuclear weapons, during what was the first high-level meeting ever held by the General Assembly devoted to this issue. “Some might complain that… [source: UN News Centre]
Tajikistan takes steps to finalize mine clearance operations
Tajik government officials, United Nations’ and other international experts are meeting at a European Union sponsored workshop to set priorities for Tajikistan to comply with its mine clearance obligation acquired under the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention, or Ottawa Convention. When… [source: AP Mine Ban Convention]
High Representative Kane’s Remarks at the Opening of the “Looking for Peace” Art Exhibition hosted by the Government of Kazakhstan
Minister Bozhko, Ambassador Aitimova, excellencies, distinguished guests and friends—welcome all of you to this inauguration of this deeply moving exhibition, “Looking for Peace”. I am especially pleased that we are also joined by the artist of these extraordinary paintings, Mr. Karipbek… [source: UNODA]
Director’s remarks at The Royal Institute of International Affairs: Next Steps for 1540
Director's remarks at The Royal Institute of International Affairs: Next Steps for 1540. View News Item Source> [source: UNODA]
Lebanon Ratifies the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT)
On 9th May 2019, Lebanon became the most recent State to ratify the Arms Trade Treaty.
Lebanon Ratifies the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT)
On 9th May 2019, Lebanon became the most recent State to ratify the Arms Trade Treaty.
High Representative’s opening statement to the First Committee (Disarmament and International Security) of the General Assembly
Excellencies, distinguished delegates, ladies and gentlemen. I welcome this opportunity to address the Committee and am especially pleased to greet members of delegations who are joining us for the first time. It is my honour to congratulate your Chairperson on his… [source: UNODA]
Russia Today interviews High Representative Kane concerning the work of the chemical weapons inspectors in Syria
As real dialogue replaced gunboat diplomacy, the world narrowly averted yet another catastrophic intervention. Syria opened its doors to international inspectors and committed to the destruction of its sizeable chemical arsenal. And yet questions remain about where, when and by… [source: Russia Today]