United Nations’ human rights chief has expressed concern over the worsening human rights situation in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Michelle Bachelet updated the 46th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva on Human Rights issues in more than 50 countries. The commissioner … Read more
The United Nations has said that it will question the detention of Princess Latifa to the authorities in the United Arab Emirates. Princess Latifa is the daughter of Dubai’s ruler. Her father, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is one of the richest heads of state in the world. “I’m not allowed to drive, I’m … Read more
Pakistan, at the United Nations (UN) has warned that India plans false flag operations to justify its aggression against Islamabad. According to the details, while addressing a debate in the UN General Assembly, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Munir Akram said India concocts fake news to malign Pakistan and perpetrates terrorism and subversion … Read more
The United Nations (UN) has adopted a resolution by consensus on the protection of religious sites. The resolution was sponsored by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Sudan, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates and other OIC countries. The resolution condemns all acts of threats of violence, destruction and damage directed against religious sites that have continued to occur … Read more
Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations (UN) Munir Akram has said that many countries are falling into debt amid the novel coronavirus pandemic. According to the details, while giving an interview as President of UN Economic and Social Council, Munir Akram said that for the developing countries, there is an immediate need of … Read more
Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Munir Akram has said that we have to ensure the supply of corona vaccine to all. The world cannot be safe until Corona is defeated in poor countries. According to the details, in his recent statement, he said the United Nations must provide emergency financial assistance to the … Read more
The Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations Munir Akram has said that Islamabad has remained a committed supporter of the Palestinian people. According to the details, Akram; in his message on the occasion of International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People, said supporting Palestinian right to self-determination and calling for an early creation … Read more
The Government of Saudi Arabia has urged the United Nations (UN) to play its role in stopping the threat to oil security. According to the details, this comes after an oil facility in Jeddah was attacked by Houthi forces. In a letter to the 15-member body, Saudi Ambassador to the UN Abdallah Al-Mouallimi said the … Read more
The International Day of the girl is marked on October 11 every year. The objective behind the remembrance of this day is to celebrate the significance of girls around the world and to promote gender equality. The theme of International Day of girl this year is ‘My voice, our equal future’. Human rights organizations and … Read more
Addressing the UN General Assembly, US President Donald Trump said the United Nations must hold China accountable for the outbreak of the coronavirus. According to the details, in his recorded address to the UN General Assembly, Donald Trump accused China of spreading the virus and infecting the world. Trump wants to re-elect in the November … Read more
The United Nations (UN) has accused Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro of committing “Crimes against Humanity”. According to the reports, UN investigators say the Venezuelan government has committed serious crimes against humanity. The UN Human Rights Council has investigated cases of murder, torture and disappearances in Venezuela. The UN team said Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and other … Read more
Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Munir Akram on account of Pakistan’s Defence Day has said as an active and progressive member of the international community, Pakistan will always support efforts to achieve peace, stability and socio-economic progress. He said we honor the sacrifice of our sons and daughters who laid down their lives defending … Read more
UN human rights experts have shown concerns that China’s new security law for Hong Kong poses a serious risk to the city’s freedoms. The new security law is widely being criticized after China imposed it in Hong Kong in June after months of huge pro-democracy protests. A 14-page letter was posted on the UN human rights … Read more
The global tourism industry has experienced a downfall due to coronavirus pandemic. The United Nations chief Antonio Guterres said that a loss of $320bn in exports has been witnessed in the first five months of the year and more than 120 million jobs at risk. In a video address, the Secretary-General said that the global … Read more
The United Nations UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has demanded an urgent and immediate and unconditional release of Mali’s President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita and members of his cabinet after they were seized by mutinying soldiers. According to the details Spokesperson of Guterres said “The Secretary-General is following with deep concern the unfolding developments in Mali, including … Read more
Senator Rehman Malik has said that the purpose of celebrating Independence Day is to reaffirm the commitment to work for the prosperity, development and peace of the country. According to details, Senator Rehman Malik while addressing the Independence Day celebrations said that the credit for peace and prosperity goes to our leaders and martyrs. He … Read more
Pakistan has issued a response to the agreement between the United Arab Emirates and Israel. According to details, Foreign Office spokesman Zahid Hafiz Chaudhry, while reacting to the UAE-Israel agreement, said that Pakistan has reviewed the UAE-Israel agreement and concluded that it is a development that has far-reaching consequences. [embedpost id=”50366″ slug=”turkey-to-suspend-relations-with-united-arab-emirates”] The statement also … Read more
Prime Minister Imran Khan has paid tribute to the UN Security Council for raising the Kashmir dispute. According to details, Prime Minister Imran Khan in a tweet on social networking site said that all possible help from Pakistan will continue till Kashmiris get their right to self-determination as the Security Council has given Kashmiris the … Read more
The United Nations is making an appeal to collect $10.3 billion (£8.2 billion) to support fight the coronavirus pandemic. The UN says starvation can affect up to 256 million people by the end of the year due to the consequences of coronavirus. It is the UN’s largest fund-raising call. The organization initially requested $2 billion … Read more
Russia and China, two members of the Security Council, have stated opposition to using force or imposing sanctions on Syria. According to the news agency, a resolution was tabled by the United Nations to provide assistance to refugees and asylum seekers in war-torn areas, seeking approval to provide assistance for one more year in the … Read more
The United Nations today launched a new campaign to temporary behaviour change and counter the growing threat of misinformation online. According to the details, the campaign, called Pause, asks digital users to take the time to think about what they share before posting it on internet. UN Secretary-General António Guterres wrote on Twitter, “Misinformation can hinder … Read more
Foreign Minister of Pakistan Shah Mahmood Qureshi has conveyed deep appreciation to United Nations (UN) Secretary General Antonio Guterres and other countries for their solidarity with Pakistan over the incident of terrorist attack on the Stock Exchange building in Karachi. The Foreign Minister in a tweet said we stand resolute and vigilant against all those … Read more
The United Nations observes Public Service Day as a reminder of the significance of public service, as well as people who dedicate their lives to others. The day is celebrated on 23rd June every year. UN Secretary-General António Guterres said, “Today, as we honor these essential workers and so many more, we must also reflect … Read more
Yemen will get the aid of $1.35 billion based on humanitarian efforts by international donors to assist the country in meeting its national needs. Media reports said that Saudi Arabia hosted a virtual donor conference in partnership with the United Nations. During the conference, international donors pledged $1.35 billion of aid for Yemen. The event … Read more
Global parents’ day is being celebrated today. Parents are being honored for fostering their children and make them successful. United Nations General Assembly has declared the Global Parents’ day in 2012. The purpose of declaring a day is to dedicate time to parents and to appreciate the sacrifices parents make to raise their children. Parents … Read more
Global health leaders are planning to call for a review of the international measures taken to combat with coronavirus pandemic. The World Health Organization will conduct a virtual meeting on Monday and Tuesday for the 73rd assembly of the UN body. In this meeting, representatives from 194 of WHO’s member states will meet. Globally, 4,804,846 … Read more
The spokesperson of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ayesha Farouqi said that Pakistan opposed to any move for annexation of the occupied Palestinian territories. The official tweet of spokesperson of Ministry of Foreign Affairs wrote, “Pakistan is opposed to any move for annexation of the occupied Palestinian territories as it would be a serious violation of … Read more
The United Nations has commended the Pakistan Army’s peacekeeping mission in Congo,the UN spokesman said Pakistan is among the top contributor in UN peacekeeping missions. The United Nations has paid tribute to the Pakistani peacekeeping mission, acknowledging the services of the Pakistani military in rescuing hundreds of lives in the Congo floods. A UN spokesman … Read more
