December 2011
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General Assembly closes main part of 66th session
On Saturday, 24 December, the General Assembly concluded the main part of its 66th Session with the adoption of a $5.15 billion United Nations budget for the 2012-2013 biennium.  Resources of the General Assembly, 66th Session: General Debate Reports of the First Committee (Disarmament and International Security) Reports of the Second Committee (Economic and Financial) Reports of the Third...
Dec 27th
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Reports of Administrative and Budgetary (Fifth)...
The General Assembly met Friday afternoon, 23 December, to discuss the reports of the the Administrative and Budgetary (Fifth) Committee.   The Fifth Committee handles all the administrative and budgetary issues of the United Nations (A/C.5/66/1).  Reports of the Fifth Committee to the General Assembly Plenary, 66th Session UN Resources Fifth Committee documents Fifth Committee website 66th...
Dec 27th
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Reports of the Economic and Financial Committee...
The General Assembly met yesterday afternoon, 22 December, to discuss 16 reports of the the Economic and Financial Committee (Second Committee).  The Second Committee discusses all agenda items relating to economic growth and development set before the General Assembly (A/C.2/66/1).  Reports of the Second Committee to the General Assembly Plenary, 66th Session UN Resources Second Committee...
Dec 23rd
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Security Council Meeting on Situation in Libya
The Security Council met this morning, 22 December, on the situation in Libya.  The report of the Secretary-General on United Nations Support Mission in Libya (S/2011/727) was discussed.  There was a briefing by the Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya as well.  UN Resources Reports by the Secretary-General Security Council...
Dec 22nd
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Security Council Meeting on Situation in the...
This morning, 21 December, the Security Council met on the situation in the Central African Republic.  The report of the Secretary-General on the situation in the Central African Republic and on the activities of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in that country (S/2011/739) was discussed. UN Resources Reports of the Secretary-General Security Council Meeting Records ...
Dec 21st
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Security Council Meeting on International Criminal...
The Security Council met this morning(February 29th) at its 6726th meeting,  to discuss the International Criminal Tribunal for the Prosecution of Persons Responsible for Genocide and Other Serious Violations of International Humanitarian Law Committed in the Territory of Rwanda and Rwandan Citizens Responsible for Genocide and Other Such Violations Committed in the Territory of Neighbouring...
Dec 21st
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Security Council on Situation in Middle East
The Security Council held a meeting this morning, 21 December, on the situation in the Middle East.   The report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force for the period from 1 July to 31 December 2011 (S/2011/748) was discussed. UN Resources Reports of the Secretary-General Security Council Meeting Records Resolutions on the Middle East Non-UN Resources ...
Dec 21st
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International Human Solidarity Day
On 22 December 2005, by resolution 60/209, the General Assembly proclaimed 20 December of each year as International Human Solidarity Day.  The General Assembly identified solidarity as one of the fundamental and universal values that should underlie relations between peoples in the Twenty-first century.  Today, we are reminded about the importance of solidarity for the achievement of the...
Dec 20th
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Security Council Meeting on Situation in Burundi
The Security Council met this morning, 20 December, on the situation in Burundi.  The report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Office in Burundi (S/2011/751) was discussed. UN Resources Reports of the Secretary-General Security Council meeting records Resolutions on Burundi Member States on the Record:  Burundi Non-UN Resources What’s in Blue?  Insights: Burundi ...
Dec 20th
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Reports of the Social, Humanitarian and Cultural...
The General Assembly met this morning, 19 December, to discuss 13 reports of the the Social, Humanitarian and Cultural Committee (Third Committee).  The Third Committee discusses all agenda items relating to a range of social, humanitarian affairs and human rights issues (A/C.3/66/1).  Reports of the Third Committee to the General Assembly Plenary, 66th Session UN Resources Third Committee...
Dec 19th
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United Nations Decade on Biodiversity 2011-2020
The United Nations Decade on Biodiversity was officially launched on December 17 by the UN Secretary-General. The General Assembly previously declared the period 2011-2020 as United Nations Decade on Biodiversity (A/RES/65/161) to promote the implementation of a strategic plan on biodiversity and its overall vision of living in harmony with nature. The main goal is to mainstream biodiversity...
Dec 19th
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International Migrants Day
On 4 December 2000, by resolution 55/93, the General Assembly proclaimed 18 December as International Migrants Day. On this day, UN Member States and intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations observe International Migrants Day through the dissemination of information on the human rights and fundamental freedoms of migrants, and through the sharing of experiences and the design of...
Dec 18th
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Human Rights of gay and lesbian people report
The first ever United Nations report on the human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people details how around the world people are killed or endure hate-motivated violence, torture, detention, criminalization and discrimination in jobs, health care and education because of their real or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity. The report, released today by...
Dec 16th
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World Migration Report 2011
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has released The World Migration Report 2011 - Communicating Effectively about Migration.  The report notes that as one of the most misunderstood issues of our time, migration is a topic that often has negative and polarizing connotations.  The World Migration Report 2011 argues for a fundamental shift in the way we communicate about migration...
Dec 15th
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Security Council - Situation in Central African...
The Security Council will meet this afternoon, 14 December, to discuss the situation in the Central African Republic.  The report of the Secretary-General on the situation in the Central African Republic and on the activities of the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in that country (S/2011/739) will be discussed. UN Resources Reports of the Secretary-General Security Council...
Dec 14th
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Security Council - Situation in Liberia
The Security Council met this morning, 14 December, to discuss the situation in Liberia. UN Resources Reports of the Secretary-General Security Council meeting records Resolutions on Liberia Member States on the Record: Liberia United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) Non-UN Resources What’s in Blue? Insights: Liberia Photo:  UNMIL Engineers Build Road near Zwedru, Liberia.  8...
Dec 14th
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Security Council Meeting on Secretary-General's...
The Security Council held a meeting this morning, 14 December, on the reports of the Secretary-General on the Sudan.  The Secretary-General’s report on the situation in Abyei (S/2011/741) was discussed.  UN Resources Reports of the Secretary-General Security Council Meeting Records Resolutions on the Sudan Member States on the Record: the Sudan Non-UN Resources What’s in Blue?...
Dec 14th
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Security Council - Consultations on Middle East
The Security Council will meet this afternoon, 12 December, for closed consultations on the situation in the Middle East.  They will be briefed by the High Commissioner for Human Rights, Navi Pillay.  For more information: What’s in Blue? UN Resources Reports of the Secretary-General Security Council Meeting Records Resolutions on the Middle East Non-UN Resources What’s in...
Dec 12th
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International Anti-Corruption Day
The General Assembly adopted the United Nations Convention against Corruption (A/RES/58/4) on 31 October 2003, which, along with the designation of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) as the secretariat for the Convention’s Conference of States Parties, designated 9 December as International Anti-Corruption Day. “On this International Anti-Corruption Day, let us...
Dec 9th
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10 December - Human Rights Day
About Human Rights Day The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted on 10 December 1948. The date has since served to mark Human Rights Day worldwide. The High Commissioner for Human Rights, as the main UN rights official, and her Office play a major role in coordinating efforts for the yearly observance of Human Rights Day. Activities planned: Join a live conversation with...
Dec 9th
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UNEP:Women at the frontline of climate change -...
The United Nations Environment Programme has published a new report titled; Women at the frontline of climate change - Gender risks and hopes. The reports focuses on  women, gender issues and climate change. Women are often in the frontline in respect to the impacts of a changing climate. Globally the world is seeing increasingly frequent droughts and floods which are having economic but also...
Dec 8th
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Security Council Meeting on Secretary-General's...
The Security Council met this morning to discuss the reports of the Secretary-General on the Sudan.  The report of the Secretary-General on the situation in Abyei was discussed (S/2011/741). UN Resources Reports of the Secretary-General Security Council Meeting records Resolutions on the Sudan Member States on the Record: the Sudan Non-UN Resources What’s in Blue?  Insights: Abyei ...
Dec 8th
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Online course for justice professionals dealing...
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and United Nations Office for Drug and Crime (UNODC) have launched an online training portal for justice professionals who deal with cases involving child victims and child witnesses of crime. The training portal, the first of its kind, will target geographically diverse criminal justice professionals, including law enforcement officers,...
Dec 7th
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Security Council - The situation in Burundi
The latest Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Office in Burundi (S/2011/751) was discussed in the Security Council this morning. The report provides an update on major developments in Burundi since my seventh report on BINUB (S/2010/608) of 30 November 2010. It assesses the peace consolidation challenges in Burundi and describes the activities of the United Nations to help...
Dec 7th
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UN Women-Second Regular Session
The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women will hold its Second Regular Session of the UN Women Executive Board, 5–7 December 2011. UN Resources: Documents- for this session Statement from the Under Secretaty Generel-Michelle Bachelet Reports from Previous Sessions.
Dec 6th
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Investment Promotion Handbook for Diplomats
This handbook is aimed at diplomats who are new to  promoting foreign direct investment (FDI). Most commonly, FDI takes place when companies set up and expand affiliates or acquire firms in foreign markets. Most governments promote and facilitate inward FDI as it can be a major source of capital, employment, skills, technology and revenue. As part of these efforts, countries have set up investment...
Dec 6th
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Technology and Innovation Report 2011
The UNCTAD Technology and Innovation Report 2011 focuses on the important role of renewable energy technologies in responding to the dual challenge of reducing energy poverty while mitigating climate change. This is particularly timely as the global community prepares for the Rio+20 Conference next year. The Report identifies key capacity issues for developing countries and proposes concrete...
Dec 5th
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WatchWatch
INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER DAY By resolution 40/212 (A/RES/40/212), the General Assembly invited Governments to observe annually on 5 December, International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development.   “On International Volunteer Day, we recognize the dedication of volunteers, their spirit of service, and their wide-ranging efforts to promote the goals of the United Nations.” ...
Dec 5th
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
By General Assembly resolution 47/3 (A/RES/47/3) of 14 October 1992 (renamed A/RES/62/127), the International Day of Persons with Disabilities is observed annually on 3 December.  This day promotes an understanding of disability issues and helps to mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.  This year’s theme, “Together for a better world...
Dec 2nd
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Reports of the Disarmament and International...
The General Assembly met this morning, 2 December, to discuss 22 reports of the the Disarmament and International Security Committee (First Committee).  The First Committee discusses all disarmament and international security agenda items before the General Assembly (A/C.1/66/1).  Reports to the General Assembly Plenary, 66th Session UN Resources First Committee Documents First Committee...
Dec 2nd
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Security Council Meeting on Libya
The Security Council will meet this afternoon, 2 December 2011, on the situation in Libya.  The Report of the Secretary-General on United Nations Support Mission in Libya (S/2011/727) will be discussed.  UN Resources Reports by the Secretary-General Security Council meeting records Resolutions on Libya United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) UN Member States on the Record:...
Dec 2nd
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International Day for the Abolition of Slavery
Today, 2 December, marks the adoption by the General Assembly of the United Nations Convention for the Suppression of the Traffic in Persons and of the Exploitation of the Prostitution of Others (resolution 317(IV) of December 1949). The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery annually commemorates this day and encourages Member States to focus on eradicating contemporary forms of...
Dec 2nd
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UNESCO Strategy for HIV and AIDS
As part of its continual efforts to contribute and strengthen comprehensive national responses to HIV and AIDS, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has launched a major web resource for World AIDS Day—UNESCO’s Strategy for Responding to HIV and AIDS. The Strategy describes UNESCO’s goal for universal access to HIV prevention,...
Dec 1st
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Dec 1st
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