‘Historic development’ in Thailand as it moves to end statelessness for nearly 500,000 people 2024-11-01 12:00 Bangkok, Thailand – Thailand has taken a historic step towards ending statelessness for nearly 500,000 people, after the country’s cabinet approved a draft law that would grant citizenship to stateless persons. The draft law, which was approved on Tuesday, … Read more
Deadly Floods in Spain Highlight Need to Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions November 1, 2024 Madrid, Spain – Devastating floods have swept across southeastern Spain, killing at least six people and causing widespread damage. The floods, which began on Tuesday, have inundated homes, businesses, and roads, forcing thousands of people to evacuate. The floods are the … Read more
Deadly floods in Spain highlight need to cut greenhouse gas emissions Publication Date: 2024-11-01 12:00 Introduction: Devastating floods have recently ravaged Spain, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. Experts have attributed the severity of the floods to climate change, underscoring the urgent need to curb greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate its dire consequences. Flood … Read more
‘Historic development’ in Thailand as it moves to end statelessness for nearly 500,000 people Date: 2024-11-01 12:00 Source: Asia Pacific Bangkok, Thailand – In a landmark move, Thailand has taken a significant step towards ending statelessness for nearly 500,000 people living within its borders. The Thai Cabinet approved a draft law on statelessness, paving the … Read more
Sudan Crisis Escalates as Attacks in Al Jazirah Spark Mass Displacement Novermber 1, 2024 The conflict in Sudan has intensified in recent weeks, with escalating attacks in Al Jazirah state leading to mass displacement of civilians. According to the United Nations, over 100,000 people have been forced to flee their homes since mid-October. The attacks … Read more
Hunger and Cholera Crises Escalate in South Sudan, as Needs Surge November 1, 2024 Juba, South Sudan – The humanitarian crisis in South Sudan is rapidly escalating, with widespread hunger and a deadly cholera outbreak threatening the lives of millions. According to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), an estimated 11 million people in … Read more
WTO DG Okonjo-Iweala Encourages Members to Continue Advancing Trade and Development Work Geneva, October 31, 2024 – World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has called on member countries to continue advancing trade and development work, emphasizing the need to prioritize the concerns of developing and least-developed countries (LDCs). DG Okonjo-Iweala made these remarks at … Read more
World Cities Day calls for youth-led local change 31 October 2024 Today is World Cities Day, a day to celebrate the importance of cities and towns around the world. This year’s theme is “Youth-led local change,” and it highlights the role that young people can play in shaping the future of their communities. Cities are … Read more
Ongoing Hostilities and Evacuation Orders Impact Thousands in Lebanon October 31, 2024 Beirut, Lebanon – Ongoing hostilities and shelling in Lebanon have forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes and seek refuge in safer areas. The situation remains fluid, with no clear resolution in sight. Hostilities and Evacuations Hostilities between the Lebanese Armed Forces … Read more
UN expert calls for action as Marshall Islands faces dual displacement crisis 31 October 2024 GENEVA (ILO News) – The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the human rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs), Cecilia Jimenez-Damary, today called for urgent action to address the dual displacement crisis facing the people of the Marshall Islands. The Marshall … Read more