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Greater efforts, resources needed to improve health of Palestinian refugees - UN report Health programmes carried out by the United Nations agency tasked with assisting Palestinian refugees has helped to improve their lives, but greater efforts and more resources are needed to effectively tackle health challenges, particularly during times o
UN News Centre | May 21, 2013 05:00 AM [GMT] | comment? | recommend
Amid competing global challenges, public health deserves priority - UN official At a time when the world is dealing with myriad challenges, from climate change to food insecurity, it is more important than ever to ensure that public health receives the both the attention and resources it deserves to ensure the well-being of millions,
UN News Centre | May 20, 2013 05:00 AM [GMT] | comment? | recommend
In Mozambique, Ban calls for push to achieve Millennium Development Goals Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today emphasized the importance of countries stepping up their efforts to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) before their 2015 deadline and stressed developing countries like Mozambique have the most to benefit f
UN News Centre | May 20, 2013 05:00 AM [GMT] | comment? | recommend
UN praises Bangladesh's preparedness, response to tropical storm Mahasen The United Nations has commended the work carried out by the Bangladeshi Government ahead of tropical storm Mahasen, which hit the country last Thursday, noting it saved thousands of lives.
UN News Centre | May 20, 2013 05:00 AM [GMT] | comment? | recommend
DR Congo: UN voices concern as fighting resumes between Government and M23 forces The United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) today voiced its concern about renewed clashes between rebels from the 23 March Movement (M23) and the national armed forces in the eastern city of Goma.
UN News Centre | May 20, 2013 05:00 AM [GMT] | comment? | recommend
In Kabul, UNESCO chief spotlights Afghanistans educational and cultural gains Education is not against any religion, the head of the United Nations educational and cultural agency told Afghan authorities and families during a visit to the country to promote learning for women and girls, and to highlight the importance of Afghan cul
UN News Centre | May 20, 2013 05:00 AM [GMT] | comment? | recommend
Madagascar: Secretary-General concerned by latest electoral developments United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon shares the concerns expressed earlier by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the African Union over the latest developments in the electoral process in Madagascar, according to the spokesperso
UN News Centre | May 20, 2013 05:00 AM [GMT] | comment? | recommend
Indigenous culture, youth among key topics as UN permanent forum opens 12th session Around 2,300 indigenous participants are expected to discuss culture, education and health during the 12th session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, which will include a special focus on youth, indigenous groups in Africa and the
UN News Centre | May 20, 2013 05:00 AM [GMT] | comment? | recommend
UN officials in Afghanistan urge ratification of law to eliminate violence against women Senior United Nations officials in Afghanistan are today urging the Government to fully implement legislation to protect women from child marriage and other forms of violence, in line with international commitments, after the Afghan Parliament failed to r
UN News Centre | May 20, 2013 05:00 AM [GMT] | comment? | recommend
Ban concerned about provocations after latest DPR Korea missile test Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has voiced his concern about provocations and tensions on the Korean Peninsula following reports that the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) launched short-range guided missiles into the sea on Saturday.
UN News Centre | May 19, 2013 05:00 AM [GMT] | comment? | recommend
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