Asia Pacific
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Myanmar: Rohingyas in firing line as Rakhine conflict intensifies
The UN’s top human rights official on Friday raised alarm over the escalating violence in Myanmar’s Rakhine state between junta…
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Women in Afghanistan: The future ‘depends on them’
Despite facing formidable challenges, women-owned and run businesses in Afghanistan continue to demonstrate remarkable resilience, serving as vital pillars of…
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Violent Conflict in Myanmar Spells Trouble for Middle Class Families
The UN Development Programme (UNDP) has warned that poverty is surging and the middle class in Myanmar is “disappearing” amidst…
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General Assembly Shoots Down Russia’s Veto on DPR Korea Sanctions Panel – Let’s Dive In!
Sharp divisions emerged on Thursday as the General Assembly debated Russia’s veto on the Security Council which blocked renewal of…
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Three Countries Rocking It in the Battle Against Diseases: Bangladesh, Maldives, and DPR Korea!
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday hailed the elimination of several life-threatening diseases in developing nations as a major…
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UN Chief Tells World to Step Up for Peace on Holy Ground in Nepal
Standing in the sacred grounds of Lumbini, UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Tuesday delivered a heartfelt message, urging the world…
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“Let’s Stop the Madness”: UN Chief’s Plea to Combat Climate Change
UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday called on the world to “stop the madness” of climate change as he visited…
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“Things are really heating up in Gaza,” says UN boss Guterres
UN Secretary-General António Guterres began his official visit to Nepal by extending deep condolences to the families of the 10…
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Pakistan Urged to Cut Out Deporting Afghans, Avoid Big Human Rights Mess
Pakistan’s plan to deport “undocumented” foreign nationals will disproportionately affect more than 1.4 million Afghans in the country, the UN…
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Desperate Situation: Farmers in Punjab, India Are Gasping for Water
For farmers in the Punjab region of India, water shortages are a harsh reality, and ahead of the publication of…
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