UN delegates reach historic agreement on protecting marine biodiversity in international waters

PNP DeskMarch 5, 2023September 10, 202403 mins

“This action is a victory for multilateralism and for global efforts to counter the destructive trends facing ocean health, now and for generations to come,” said the UN chief in a statement issued by his Spokesperson late Saturday evening just hours after the deal was struck at UN Headquarters in New York, where tough negotiations…

Somalia: $2.6 billion appeal to support millions amid historic drought and famine fears

PNP DeskFebruary 8, 2023September 10, 202405 mins

Somalia is in the midst of the longest and most severe drought in its history, following five consecutive poor rainy seasons, which has devastated the country. Roughly 8.25 million people, nearly half the population, require immediate lifesaving aid and protection. Lives on the line They warn that famine is a strong possibility from April to…