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Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to attend and address the United Nations General Assembly in September. This will be a significant international engagement for the Nigerian leader.
The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on June 4, reaffirming the right of return for all displaced persons and refugees in Georgia’s Abkhazia and Tskhinvali Region/South Ossetia. The resolution passed with 107 votes in favor.
Khalilur Rahman, the Foreign Minister of Bangladesh, has been elected as the 81st President of the United Nations General Assembly. He secured the position over Cyprus.
Bangladesh is making a final push in its campaign for the Presidency of the United Nations General Assembly as the vote draws near. The nation is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to secure the position.
Brazil has committed its support to Bangladesh's bid for the presidency of the United Nations General Assembly, bolstering Bangladesh's diplomatic efforts.
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with the President of the United Nations General Assembly, discussing global challenges and emphasizing the need for reformed multilateralism reflecting contemporary realities.
Bangladesh showcased its bid for a seat on the United Nations General Assembly at a reception held in Toronto.
Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, expressed satisfaction with the United Nations General Assembly's adoption of resolution A/80/L.48, which was led by Ghana.
Bangladesh is actively seeking Russia’s support for its bid to secure the presidency of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
President John Dramani Mahama recently used iconic global convenings such as the United Nations General Assembly, the World Economic Forum in Davos, and the African Union Summit to make a case for what he calls a new sovereign future for Africa and the wider Global South.
The United Nations General Assembly has formally declared the trafficking of enslaved Africans and racialized chattel slavery as the gravest crime against humanity. This marks the first time the UN has made such a declaration.
The Cabinet of Bangladesh has extended congratulations to Khalilur Rahman following his election as the President of the United Nations General Assembly.
Germany experienced a diplomatic setback by failing to secure a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, with officials attributing the defeat to Russia's influence and Germany's 'special responsibility' towards Israel. This outcome is seen as a significant blow for the country's foreign policy.
Discussions at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) highlighted the ongoing challenges and perceived incompleteness of climate justice efforts.
Togo plans to ask the United Nations General Assembly in September to move away from the centuries-old Mercator world map, a move that has revived a broader debate about how different map projections influence perceptions of Africa.
The President of the United Nations General Assembly is scheduled to visit China.
Shama Obaed is seeking Ireland’s support for Bangladesh’s bid for the 81st United Nations General Assembly. This diplomatic effort aims to garner international backing for Bangladesh's aspirations.
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a Ghana-led resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the 'gravest crime against humanity' and calling for reparatory justice, despite the United States and some European countries rejecting the vote, with Tempo.co English also confirming the UN's classification.
Türkiye has officially extended its support for Bangladesh's candidacy for the presidency of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted the resolution "Support for lasting peace in Ukraine," calling for an immediate ceasefire and reaffirming the need to respect Ukraine's sovereignty and
The United Nations General Assembly elected Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe to the 15-member UN Security Council for two-year terms starting January 1, 2027.
The Cabinet of Bangladesh has extended congratulations to Khalilur Rahman following his election as the President of the United Nations General Assembly.
Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, Khalílúr Rahmán, has been elected as the president of the 81st United Nations General Assembly, succeeding Annalena Baerbock. Poland was also elected as a Vice-President of the UN General Assembly.
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution led by Pakistan.
India has called for inclusive migration policies and more robust anti-trafficking legislation during discussions at the United Nations General Assembly.
Brazil has announced its support for Bangladesh's candidate vying for the presidency of the United Nations General Assembly.
The United Nations General Assembly voted to designate the transatlantic slave trade as the 'gravest crime against humanity,' with Ireland and the European Union abstaining from the vote. The EU has since launched diplomatic efforts to explain its abstention and repair its image in West Africa.
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a Ghana-led resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the 'gravest crime against humanity' and calling for reparatory justice, despite the United States and some European countries rejecting the vote, and Fiji being among 52 nations that abstained.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed gratitude to 107 countries that supported the United Nations General Assembly resolution titled 'Support for lasting peace in Ukraine'.