Hangzhou Asiad "collections brand-new criteria" for future hosts, claims IOC head of state Bach

Hangzhou Asiad “collections brand-new criteria” for future hosts, claims IOC head of state Bach

 . HANGZHOU,Sept 22 (Xinhua)– The Hangzhou Asian Games has actually established an instance for future Asian Games in various means, International Olympic Committee (IOC) head of state Thomas Bach claimed below onFriday Bach made the comments throughout an unique meeting with Xinhua, eventually prior to the 19th Asian Games formally opens up inHangzhou Around 12,500…

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International press reporters commend Hangzhou Asiad prep work

International press reporters commend Hangzhou Asiad prep work

. HANGZHOU, (Xinhua)– Numerous worldwide press reporters have actually applauded the China’s prep work initiatives in advance of the Hangzhou Asian Games readied to start right here on Saturday night. For Pakistani reporter Muhammad Yousaf, this is his 3rd Asian Games to cover. However, the Express News press reporter informed Xinhua that the Hangzhou Asian…

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Xi examines Shaoxing in eastern China's Zhejiang Province

Xi examines Shaoxing in eastern China’s Zhejiang Province

 . HANGZHOU, (Xinhua)– Xi Jinping, basic assistant of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, examined the city of Shaoxing in eastern China’s Zhejiang Province on Wednesday mid-day. Xi went to an event hall including the “Fengqiao version” for advertising community-level administration to evaluate the advancement of the disagreement resolution device and also learn more…

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Human rights experts: Humanity facing ‘unprecedented global toxic emergency’

Human rights experts: Humanity facing ‘unprecedented global toxic emergency’

The fifth session of the International Conference on Chemicals Management (ICCM-5), organized by UN environment programme UNEP and hosted by Germany, kicks off in Bonn on Monday. “ICCM-5 is expected to be a watershed moment for international cooperation on chemicals and wastes”, said a statement released by the group of more than 30 experts.  …

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At critical moment for peacekeeping in Africa, Ghana steps up to host key summit

At critical moment for peacekeeping in Africa, Ghana steps up to host key summit

The gathering of defence ministers and others committed to peacekeeping efforts will focus on civilian protection, addressing misinformation and disinformation, promoting safety and security, protecting mental health, and boosting the pivotal role of women in UN missions. Ghana’s Foreign Minister Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs together with senior United Nations officials, said…

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‘The world cannot afford Cold War 2.0,’ Pakistan leader tells UN Assembly

‘The world cannot afford Cold War 2.0,’ Pakistan leader tells UN Assembly

Addressing the Assembly’s annual general debate, Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, said, “the world cannot afford Cold War 2.0,” because there are a raft of challenges facing humankind that can only be addressed through global cooperation. Multiple shocks Indeed, a series of external “shocks” – COVID-19, climate change and conflict – have devastated developing economies, reversed decades of…

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UN calls for ‘clear-eyed’ vision for peace and security, as peacebuilders meet in New York

UN calls for ‘clear-eyed’ vision for peace and security, as peacebuilders meet in New York

The Secretary-General’s New Agenda for Peace aims to address these complex challenges through multilateralism, rooted in the UN Charter and international law, centred on trust, solidarity, and universality. It comes amid criticism from some Member States that the UN is no longer playing an effective role in peacebuilding and peacekeeping, as calls for overall reform…

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We can’t keep putting the interest of the few before the lives of many, Mia Mottley says at UN

We can’t keep putting the interest of the few before the lives of many, Mia Mottley says at UN

Describing the Sustainable Development Goals as “the promise of development and the conferral of dignity on our people,” the Prime Minister of Barbados questioned whether the world’s actions since the adoption eight years ago of the 2030 Agenda will be sufficient to attain the 17 targets on poverty, gender equality, the environment, and more. “Will…

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