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Deeply Concerned by Reported Clashes in Abyei Area of Sudan, Secretary-General Says Mission on Standby to Reinforce Peacekeeping Presence if Necessary

• por Notícias
• 11 de janeiro de 2011
• Menos de um minuto

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon: The Secretary-General is deeply concerned by the recent reports of clashes in the Abyei area.  The Secretary-General condemns the reported loss of life and calls upon the National Congress Party (NCP) and Sudan People?s Liberation Movement (SPLM) leadership to maintain calm […]

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United Nations Staff Union Mourns Fallen in ‘Annus Horribilis’ 2010

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• 11 de janeiro de 2011
• 6 min. de leitura

?Biggest Single Loss of Life in History of UN Peacekeeping? The United Nations Staff Union and its Committee for the Security and Independence of the International Civil Service continue to mourn the many United Nations staff members who paid with their lives while serving the Organization in an ?annus horribilis? epitomized by the earthquake that […]

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Importance of Protecting Civilians during Armed Conflict Grows as Security Council Remains Active in Tackling Conflict-Related Crises Worldwide

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• 9 de janeiro de 2011
• 1 horas de leitura

  Total Number of Public Meetings for Year Rises As 15-Nation Organ Adopts 59 Resolutions, Issues 29 Presidential Statements The Security Council remained actively seized of a wide range of conflicts in Africa, the Middle East and elsewhere during 2010, but the protection of civilians in armed conflict, particularly women vulnerable to sexual violence, continued […]

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Photo Exhibit on Antarctica to Open at United Nations 12 January

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• 8 de janeiro de 2011
• 1 min. de leitura

  A joint photography exhibition by two Swedish photographers will open in the North East Gallery of the Visitors Lobby at United Nations Headquarters in New York, 6 p.m. on Wednesday, 12 January. ?Once Upon a Time ? in Antarctica? by Stig Gustafsson is one of the largest European photo productions of its kind.  It […]

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On Eve of Self-Determination Referendum in South Sudan, Secretary-General Commends National Unity Government, Government of Southern Sudan for Leadership, Wisdom

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• 8 de janeiro de 2011
• Menos de um minuto

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon: On the eve of the referendum for the self-determination of the people of Southern Sudan, the Secretary-General commends the Government of National Unity of Sudan and the Government of Southern Sudan for their leadership, wisdom, and concerted efforts in ensuring that […]

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Secretary-General?s Outgoing Representative in Nepal Spells Out Stark Choices for Conclusion of Peace Process as United Nations Mission Winds Down

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• 6 de janeiro de 2011
• 14 min. de leitura

  In Final Briefing to Security Council, She Reports Progress Marred by Growing Divisions between Parties The peace process in Nepal could either be brought to a close in a satisfactory manner, through the negotiated resolution of outstanding issues, or abortively, with one or more parties reneging on their solemn commitments, the Secretary-General?s Representative in […]

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Deeply Concerned from Outset by Cholera Outbreak in Haiti, Secretary-General Appoints Independent Expert Panel

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• 6 de janeiro de 2011
• 1 min. de leitura

  The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General on the appointment of the independent panel of experts on the cholera outbreak in Haiti: The Secretary-General has been deeply concerned by the cholera outbreak in Haiti since the first cases were detected.  Determining the source of the cholera outbreak is important […]

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Security Council Press Statement on Southern Sudan Referendum

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• 6 de janeiro de 2011
• 2 min. de leitura

The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President Ivan Barbalić ( Bosnia and Herzegovina): The members of the Security Council welcome the Sudanese parties? reaffirmation of their commitment to full and timely implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), including their commitment to respect the outcome of the southern Sudan referendum, […]

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Secretary-General Expresses Concern about Flooding in Australia

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• 6 de janeiro de 2011
• Menos de um minuto

  The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon: The Secretary-General is concerned by the danger to life and the destruction of property following the ongoing floods in Queensland, Australia. He extends his condolences to the families of those who have been affected and stresses the readiness of the […]

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Press Conference by Security Council President on Programme of Work for January

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• 6 de janeiro de 2011
• 4 min. de leitura

Major issues on the Security Council?s agenda in January would include Côte d?Ivoire, Sudan, Nepal, Haiti and the Middle East, Ivan Barbalić ( Bosnia and Herzegovina), President of the 15-member body for the month, said at a Headquarters press conference today. Unveiling the Council?s work programme for January, he said an important initiative of the […]