UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. General Assembly on Wednesday adopted a resolution declaring the trafficking of enslaved Africans “the gravest crime against humanity” and calling for reparations as “a concrete step towards remedying historical wrongs.” The resolution also urges “the...
The De La Salle Model United Nations (DLSMUN) is set to initiate its 12th annual conference on April 23-25 at De La Salle University-Manila. For 12 years, DLSMUN)conference has become one of the largest, premier intercollegiate model United Nations conferences in the Philippines. The conference has...
President Marcos has concluded his working visit in New York, which he described as "very productive" after engaging with the United Nations (UN) to call for peace amidst tensions in the Middle East and campaign for the Philippines ' bid for a seat at the UN Security Council. Marcos and his...
President Marcos has addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) to campaign for the Philippines ' bid for a non-permanent seat at the UN Security Council, stressing that the country "is ready to be part of the solution." In his special address to the UNGA before concluding his...
Overcoming great challenges will not be possible if half of humanity is excluded from shaping solutions. This was what President Marcos told world leaders during the 70th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, emphasizing that women must be present where decisions are...
Malacañang has defended President Marcos’ push for the Philippines to secure a seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), saying the country would have the opportunity to participate in decision-making on international peace and security. Palace Press Officer and Communications...
President Marcos will use his upcoming visit to the United Nations (UN) in New York to call for peace in the Middle East and the protection of civilians, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said. Speaking in a pre-departure briefing on Friday, March 6, DFA spokesperson Assistant Secretary...
The Philippines, through the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), showcased to United Nations development leaders how it is translating international commitments into tangible jobs and social protection programs nationwide. The presentation took place during the 3rd Directors Group Retreat...
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations chief is warning that the world body faces “imminent financial collapse” unless its financial rules are overhauled or all 193 member nations pay their dues — a message likely directed at the United States and the billions it owes. Secretary-General...
Net inflows of foreign direct investment (FDI) last year were down two percent in developing economies, including the Philippines, as a growing shift toward capital-intensive projects is making it harder for these countries to compete with developed economies. Based on data from the United Nations...
GENEVA (AP) — More than two-thirds of women journalists, rights defenders and activists have reported violence online, with over 40% saying they have faced real-world attacks linked to digital abuse, according to a study published Tuesday by UN Women and partners. The report focuses on an...
BELEM, Brazil (AP) — Global efforts to curb emissions of the potent but short-lived heat-trapping gas methane are doing about as poorly as the more prevalent carbon dioxide, but there 's hope for the next five years, U.N. officials said Monday. Methane emissions can be a “hand brake”...
