Can New Chief António Guterres Make UN a Relevant Outfit?
By Rakesh Raman As the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon failed to control increasing cases of civil unrest, armed conflicts, terrorism, and human rights violations in all parts of the world,…
António Guterres to be Sworn in as UN Secretary-General
Former Prime Minister of Portugal António Guterres is set to be sworn in Monday, 12 December, as the next United Nations Secretary-General. He will succeed Ban Ki-moon who steps down…
Security Council Takes Tough Measures Against North Korea
The Security Council on Wednesday unanimously adopted measures against North Korea that United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon described as “the toughest and most comprehensive sanctions regime ever” against that country.…
Ban Ki-moon Asks Donald Trump to Ensure Unity in Diversity
The United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon congratulated Donald Trump Wednesday on his election as the new President of the United States. “I congratulate Mr. Donald Trump on his election as…
World Cities Day: How India Is Destroying Its Cities
Cities are increasingly the home of humanity. They are central to climate action, global prosperity, peace and human rights. ~ UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon By Rakesh Raman Currently, more than…
UN Gets Ready to Appoint Next Secretary-General
The General Assembly is expected to act today on the recommendation of the Security Council regarding the appointment of the next Secretary-General of the United Nations. Last week, the Council…