Afghanistan: Aid efforts rapidly expand as post-quake death toll rises

Afghanistan: Aid efforts rapidly expand as post-quake death toll rises

“The United Nations and our partners in Afghanistan are coordinating with the de facto authorities to swiftly assess needs and provide emergency assistance,” UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said. UN agencies, partners, and the de facto authorities continued to mount emergency operations. Initial assessments indicated that the 6.3 magnitude quake that struck 40 kilometres west of…

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Shanghai Cooperation Organization agrees to expand friendship, trade, declaration issued

Shanghai Cooperation Organization agrees to expand friendship, trade, declaration issued

Courtesy: republicworld.com In the declaration of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit held in India, the member countries agreed to increase cooperation in the fields of security, trade, economy and investment, mutual respect, friendship, good neighborliness, peace and common development and continue trust. It has been agreed to continue the constructive dialogue and cooperation based…

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WHO calls for action to protect, support and expand global health force

WHO calls for action to protect, support and expand global health force

The world has witnessed extraordinary health gains since the UN agency was established, including smallpox eradication, the near elimination of polio, and declines in maternal mortality.  Millions of young lives have also been saved through childhood immunization.  “The history of WHO demonstrates what is possible when nations come together for a common purpose,” Director-General Tedros…

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