Coffee, Tea, and Cocoa Costs Drive Global Food Import Bill to Record $2 Trillion November 14, 2024 The global import bill for food has skyrocketed past $2 trillion for the first time, driven largely by rising prices for essential commodities such as coffee, tea, and cocoa. According to a new report from the Food and … Read more
COP29: ‘Now is the time to fast-track, not backtrack’ on the path to net-zero November 14, 2024 The United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP29, opened in Dubai today with a stark warning from the UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, that the world is on the brink of climate catastrophe and that there is no … Read more
Gaza: Israeli War Tactics Condemned as Aid Still Blocked from Reaching North 2024-11-14 12:00 Gaza City, Occupied Palestinian Territories – International human rights organizations have strongly condemned Israeli war tactics in Gaza, as essential aid remains blocked from reaching those in need in the north. The Israeli military operation, which began on November 12, has … Read more
Humanitarian lifeline for Sudan secured for three more months November 14, 2024 Khartoum, Sudan – The United Nations has secured a three-month extension of the cross-border humanitarian operation in Sudan, providing a lifeline for millions of people in need. The resolution, adopted by the UN Security Council on Friday, extends the mandate of the UN … Read more
Trade Policy Review: Nigeria Geneva, 13 November 2024 The Trade Policy Review of Nigeria was conducted by the World Trade Organization (WTO) on 13 November 2024. The review examined Nigeria’s trade policies and practices for the period 2019-2023. Key Findings Nigeria’s economy has grown significantly in recent years, driven by the oil and gas sector. … Read more
WTO Report Reveals Surge in G20 Trade-Restrictive Measures Amidst Unilateral Policies Date: November 13, 2024 Source: World Trade Organization (WTO) Geneva, Switzerland: The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released a comprehensive report highlighting a significant increase in trade-restrictive measures imposed by G20 countries. The report, titled “Report on G20 Trade Measures: 2020-2024,” analyzes the trade … Read more
UNRWA Chief: Agency Enduring ‘Darkest Moment’, as Israeli Laws Threaten Operations Date: 2024-11-13 12:00 Summary: The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is facing its “darkest moment” due to new Israeli legislation that threatens the agency’s operations and undermines the rights of Palestinian refugees. Details: Israeli Legislation: … Read more
Public Execution in Afghanistan Condemned as ‘Clear Human Rights Violation’ November 13, 2024 Kabul, Afghanistan – The execution of four men by public hanging in Afghanistan on Sunday has been condemned by human rights groups as a “clear violation of international law.” The men, all accused of murder, were hanged in front of a large … Read more
COP29 Climate Talks Demand Justice for Island Nations, UN Chief Condemns ‘Colossal Injustice’ November 13, 2024 (Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt) – At the ongoing COP29 climate talks, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has delivered a passionate call for major emitters to address the “colossal injustice” faced by island nations on the front lines of climate change. … Read more
Middle East: Gaza food markets ‘in decay’ as starvation looms [13/11/2024, 12:00 – Gaza, Palestinian Territories] – Food markets in the besieged Gaza Strip are “in decay” as the Palestinian population faces the threat of starvation, a new report has warned. The report, by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), found that food … Read more