Multilateralism: What is it, and why does it matter? Multilateralism is a form of international cooperation in which countries work together to achieve common goals. It is based on the idea that countries can achieve more by working together than they can by acting alone. Multilateralism has been a key feature of the international system … Read more
WTO DG Okonjo-Iweala Urges Members to Engage Fully with the Organization Geneva, 18 February 2025 – Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala called on WTO members to use the organization as a platform to engage and find solutions to global trade challenges. “The WTO is a unique forum where all our members can come together to discuss, negotiate, … Read more
WTO Chairpersons for 2025 Geneva, 18 February 2025 – The World Trade Organization (WTO) has announced the appointment of the following individuals as chairpersons for its various bodies in 2025: General Council: Ambassador Santiago Wills (Colombia) Dispute Settlement Body (DSB): Ambassador Mariam Khokhar (Pakistan) Trade Policy Review Body (TPRB): Ambassador Martin Glass (Singapore) Council for … Read more
Chinese Taipei Formally Accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, Bringing Tally to 90 Chinese Taipei (Taiwan) today (18 February) formally accepted the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, bringing the total number of acceptances to 90. The Agreement, which entered into force on 26 December 2022, will help to curb harmful fishing subsidies and contribute to the … Read more
DR Congo: Children reportedly killed in summary executions by M23 fighters Date: 2025-02-18 12:00 Source: Peace and Security Summary: Reports have emerged that M23 fighters in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have carried out summary executions of children, including a 15-year-old girl who was allegedly shot at close range. Details: According to a report … Read more
UN rights office warns of ‘dangerous tipping point’ as abuses surge in Sudan 18 February 2025 GENEVA (Reuters) – The United Nations human rights office on Friday warned of a “dangerous tipping point” in Sudan, as reports of serious human rights abuses continue to surge, including arbitrary arrests, torture, and extrajudicial killings. In a statement, … Read more
World News in Brief: $53.2 Billion Needed for Palestinian Recovery, UN Condemns UNRWA Schools Raid, Lebanon-Israel Tensions Continue February 18, 2025 Palestinian Recovery Requires $53.2 Billion The United Nations has released a report estimating that $53.2 billion is needed to support the recovery and reconstruction of the Palestinian territories. The report highlights the urgent need … Read more
World News in Brief: $53.2 billion needed for Palestinian recovery, UN condemns UNRWA schools raid, Lebanon-Israel tensions continue February 18, 2025 $53.2 billion needed for Palestinian recovery, UN says The United Nations has appealed for $53.2 billion to help rebuild the Palestinian territories after a devastating conflict. The funds will be used to provide food, … Read more
UN rights office warns of ‘dangerous tipping point’ as abuses surge in Sudan 18 February 2025 GENEVA (Reuters) – The United Nations human rights office on Friday warned of a “dangerous tipping point” in Sudan, where it said there had been a surge in human rights abuses since a military coup last year. In a … Read more
UN Environment Agency Calls for Urgent Action on ‘Triple Planetary Crisis’ Date: 2025-02-18 12:00 Source: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Summary: The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has released its Global Environmental Outlook 6 (GEO-6) report, which paints a grim picture of the planet’s health. The report warns that the world is facing a “triple … Read more