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Anaemic economic growth in some regions hampers progress on Global Goals, UN report finds
Over the last six months, global economic progress has predictably picked up, but low-level growth in some regions has tempered efforts to meet globally agreed development goals, according to a new United Nations report launched today in New York.
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16 May
UNESCO urges investigation into murder of award-winning Mexican journalist
Anaemic economic growth in some regions hampers progress on Global Goals, UN report finds
In first official visit to Mali, new peacekeeping chief praises Government’s support for UN mission
One in four children in North Africa, Middle East live in poverty – UNICEF study
UN envoy warns against Kosovo and Serbia trading ‘ethno-nationalist’ barbs
With barely enough money for food, conflict-displaced Ukrainians struggling to survive – UN
Soaring temperatures pose new threat to Mosul’s displaced – UN migration agency
Conflict-related child deaths hit new high in Afghanistan, UN warns
Amid hunger strike, UN expert urges Israel to comply with international law on detention
UN aids Yemenis in embattled Mokha; warns of cholera’s spread amid crippled health systems
Deaths of 1.2M adolescents mostly preventable with improved health services – UN agency
Spreading violence in Central African Republic sets off 'loud alarm bells' – UN human rights chief
15 May
UN health agency deploying technical experts to site of Ebola outbreak in DR Congo
Sexual violence in conflict ‘legitimate threat’ to peace and security – UN deputy chief
UN condemns DPR Korea’s ballistic missile launch
Annual UN Asia-Pacific policy forum session spotlights poverty eradication, sustainable energy
Amid ‘dramatic’ climate changes, UN launches plan to step-up polar weather and sea-ice monitoring
South Sudan: UN, partners seek $1.4 billion for 'world's fastest growing refugee crisis'
14 May
UN chief 'outraged' by latest attacks in CAR, warns they could be war crimes
At China's Belt and Road Forum, UN chief Guterres stresses shared development goals
13 May
Armed group attacks civilians, UN in Central African Republic overnight; peacekeeper killed
12 May
Time now to maximize on the opportunities offered in Haiti, highlights head of UN advisory group
ESCAP: 70 years of UN efforts to advance socio-economic development in Asia and the Pacific
Central African Republic: UN honours fallen ‘blue helmets’
UN informed of Ebola virus outbreak in northern DR Congo
Iraq: UN refugee agency opens twelfth camp as displacement escalates in west Mosul
UK’s Mark Lowcock appointed to head up UN relief wing
Guinea Bissau: Security Council ‘ready to act’ if political crisis worsens
DR Congo: UN agency appeals for support as ‘steady stream’ of refugees crosses into Angola
UN report assesses ‘huge benefits’ and challenges of green energy revolution
Amid widening needs for displaced Somalis, UN refugee agency revises funding appeal
UN agricultural agency links food security and climate change in new guidelines
UN rights office urges protection for Salvadoran LGBTI community
Attack on Yemeni city could overwhelm humanitarian capacity, warns UN migration agency
11 May
Syria: Agreement on ‘de-escalation zones’ could lift UN-facilitated political talks
Panama’s financial reform agenda must prioritize combating tax evasion – UN expert
The ‘cycle of revenge’ in South Sudan will hurt everyone – UN envoy
Security Council welcomes commitment of Colombian Government and FARC-EP to peace process
UN releases new funding to support critical aid operations in Central African Republic
Uzbekistan: UN human rights office to work more closely with ‘country at a crossroads’
International support for Somalia must focus on rebuilding security, averting famine – UN chief
UN agriculture agency and World Bank reinforce partnership to end hunger and poverty
UN experts urge India to restore internet and social media services in Jammu and Kashmir
10 May
In London, Secretary-General Guterres spotlights UN reform initiatives to rescue multilateralism
Next month's ocean conference eyes cutting $35 billion in fisheries subsidies – UN trade officials
Weather, climate and water challenges in spotlight at annual session of UN weather agency council
UN-backed network brings together thousands to help tackle mosquito-borne diseases
UN condemns deadly attack on peacekeepers in Central African Republic
On World Migratory Bird Day, UN spotlights common destiny for wildlife and people
Amid spreading cholera outbreak, UN migration agency aids South Sudanese
Buddha's message of compassion 'timeless' says UN chief on international day
9 May
EU an ‘indispensable’ UN partner, working for rules-based international order, Security Council told
UN relief workers concerned about civilians in Mosul threatened by Iraqi forces, ISIL
Mediterranean: Coast guard on alert after shipwrecks as smugglers take advantage of calm waters
Central African Republic: UN Mission condemns deadly attack on peacekeepers
UN experts 'strongly' condemn brutal murder of journalist and rights defender in Maldives
8 May
International Criminal Court may investigate migrant-related crimes in Libya, Security Council told
Consultations on migration compact begin; UN envoy urges policies that reject ‘us vs. them’ tactics
Task of eradicating poverty must be met 'with a sense of urgency,' says deputy UN chief
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Nigeria: Welcoming release of 82 Chibok girls, UN urges support for their rehabilitation
More than one million children have fled escalating violence in South Sudan – UN
Refugees along Mediterranean crossing may face 'horrendous abuses' at the hands of smugglers – UN
Unimpeded access, humanitarian funds urgently needed in Yemen – senior UN relief official
7 May
Nigeria: UNICEF welcomes release of 80 Chibok schoolgirls abducted by Boko Haram
South Sudan: UN peacekeepers deployed to enable aid delivery to Upper Nile's Aburoc area
6 May
Baku Forum: Time to find 'magic formula' for peaceful coexistence, says UNESCO chief
Security Council condemns attack against UN Mission in South Sudan
5 May
In Colombia's central Meta region, Security Council witnesses first-hand progress on peace deal
Saudi Arabia must reform 'unacceptably broad' counter-terrorism law – UN rights expert
On Global Road Safety Week, UN health agency urges 'Save Lives: Slow Down'
UN migration agency transports hundreds of South Sudanese refugees from border into Ethiopia
Efforts to impeach Nepalese Chief Justice 'an assault on human rights' – UN rights chief
As rainy season starts, UN health agency warns of cholera outbreak in drought-hit Somalia
On International Day, UN honours midwives as family 'partners for life'
Keep interests of people above all else, UN Security Council urges political actors in DR Congo
New UN study makes 'strong' economic case for Africa's investment in green energy
Worsening food insecurity forcing more people to migrate, finds new UN report
4 May
‘Blue helmet’ killed in attack on UN Mission camp in Timbuktu, Mali
UN envoy commends plan to setup de-escalation zones in Syria as ‘promising positive step’
Peace, human security at forefront of UN intercultural dialogue forum
In Bogota, Security Council pledges support to Colombia’s efforts to implement peace process
Nigeria: UN report details ‘grave violations’ against children by Boko Haram
In Ethiopia, UN rights chief urges authorities for greater freedoms; space for critical voices
UN health agency to examine lower-cost ‘biosimilar’ drugs to expand access to cancer treatment
Displaced civilians in South Sudan’s Upper Nile at risk of further violence, UN rights chief warns
Myanmar: Displaced Rohingya at risk of ‘re-victimization’ warns UN refugee agency
World food prices fall for third straight month, dip projected for grains – UN
Europe: 24,600 refugee children 'in limbo' at risk of mental distress, UNICEF warns
3 May
Perpetrators, not victims, should be shamed for conflict-related sexual violence – UN report
UN envoy urges Syrian parties to ‘press ahead’ after Astana talks suspended
In Lebanon and Syria, UN emergency food chief appeals for humanitarian access
In 'post truth' era, leaders must defend objective, independent media, UN says on Press Freedom Day
2 May
Philippines: UN reports significant progress in child protection, despite ongoing violations
