Anne Beathe Tvinnerheim, Minister for International Development of Norway, addressed the General Debate of the UN General Assembly Saturday 23 September. In her speech the minister stated that the Russian Federation — “our neighbour” — is seeking to deny another UN Member State’s right to exist through an unprovoked and illegal war, […]

The European Union (EU) reaffirmed its commitment to multilateralism at this year’s United Nations General Assembly in New York. As is customary, Charles Michel, President of the European Council and former Prime Minister of Belgium, addressed the General Assembly on behalf of the EU. Since 2011, the EU has been invited to intervene in the The […]

Global average sea surface temperatures play a crucial role in shaping climate patterns and marine ecosystems. These temperatures have reached record highs, which is impacting both the marine environment and the economy of the affected regions. Recently, the World Metrological Organization (WMO) released a comprehensive assessment on the state of […]

The session aims to seek practical ways to enhance societal preparedness while addressing vulnerabilities to reduce the risk and impact of disasters. The post Societal Resilience and Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR & Committee of the Regions) appeared first on United Nations Western Europe.

Today, Iceland’s Foreign Minister Ms. Þórdís Kolbrún R. Gylfadóttir and UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini signed a multi-year framework agreement for the years 2024-2028 in support of Palestine Refugees in UNRWA’s five fields of operation. The signature took place on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. […]