On the sidelines of the historic Conference – held at UN Headquarters from 22 to 24 March – the SDG Media Zone is an informal setting for experts and senior officials to discuss a wide range of topics related to water. On the first day of the Conference, Conor Lennon from UN News led a…
He laid down the challenge to governments worldwide, to make 2023 a year of “transformation, not tinkering” when it comes to seriously addressing climate change, with meaningful climate action. ‘Closer to the brink’ “Every year of insufficient action to keep global warming below 1.5 degrees Celsius drives us closer to the brink, increasing systemic risks and…
According to UNCTAD’s latest Global Trade Update, trade in “green goods”, which use fewer resources and pollute less, grew by four per cent in the second half of the year, reaching a record $1.9 trillion in 2022. “This is good news for the planet, as these goods are key to protecting the environment and fighting…
In a joint press encounter with the President of the European Council, Charles Michel, Mr. Guterres appealed for EU leaders to help the world “get back on track” towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at a time when progress in so many parts of the world had been reversed. Acceleration and reform “We need an acceleration agenda,” he…
The devastation caused by the cyclone in Madagascar, Malawi and Mozambique has increased the spread of cholera and malaria, as well as malnutrition. Meanwhile, more than 300 health facilities have been destroyed or flooded in the three countries, limiting health care access. The cyclone’s destruction increased public health risks including a surge in the spread…
Iran and Saudi Foreign Ministers had a telephonic conversation; Photo: File Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan telephoned his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir Abdullahian and congratulated him on the arrival of Ramadan, while the two leaders also agreed to meet soon. According to Saudi media, Foreign Minister Faisal Bin Farhan called the Iranian…
A court in the Indian state of Gujarat convicted Rahul Gandhi in the Modi defamation case and sentenced him to 2 years in prison. According to Indian media, the court has given the Congress leader 30 days to file an appeal including bail. Rahul Gandhi gave a statement after the court order saying that my…
—File photo On the occasion of Pakistan Day, a prestigious flag hoisting ceremony was organized at the Pakistani Embassy in the United Arab Emirates. Pakistani Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi hoisted the green crescent flag at the Pakistani Embassy in Abu Dhabi. Pakistan Day was also celebrated at the Pakistan Consulate in Dubai and Consul General…
The court also granted bail to Rahul Gandhi for 30 days New Delhi: A court in India has sentenced opposition leader and Congress Party leader Rahul Gandhi to two years in prison after finding him guilty in a defamation case. According to Indian media, a defamation case was heard against Congress Party leader Rahul Gandhi…
Photo: Courtesy of Foreign Media The Chinese military has alleged that the US warship illegally entered the South China Sea, which was driven away after being warned by Chinese forces. According to a foreign news agency, the Chinese military said a US guided missile destroyer had entered China’s territorial waters, undermining peace and stability in…
