Deny legitimacy of Myanmar’s military junta, UN expert urges

PNP DeskJanuary 31, 2023September 9, 202406 mins

The State Administration Council (SAC) is illegal and illegitimate, Special Rapporteur Thomas Andrews said at the launch, co-hosted by the democracy and electoral assistance body, International IDEA. He called on the international community to stand firm against military rule, create a coalition of Member States to enforce strong, coordinated sanctions, and support the democratic National…

Iraq protests: ‘De-escalate’ urges UN chief, rise above differences

PNP DeskJuly 31, 2022September 19, 202402 mins

In a statement issued late Saturday night, the UN chief appealed to all relevant actors “to take immediate steps to de-escalate the situation, avoid any further violence, and ensure the protection of peaceful protesters and State institutions”. Freedom of expression and peaceful assembly are fundamental rights – UN chief For the second time in a week,…