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GA/SHC/3520
8 October 1999


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GA/SHC/3520


THIRD COMMITTEE CONCLUDES CONSIDERATION OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

19991008

The specific impact of globalization on vulnerable groups had to be studied, the representative of Venezuela told the Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian and Cultural) this afternoon, as it concluded its consideration of social development, including questions related to youth, ageing, disabled persons and the family.

GA/DIS/3139
8 October 1999


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GA/DIS/3139


DISARMAMENT DEBATE BEGINS 11 OCTOBER AMID GROWING CONCERN ABOUT NUCLEAR ARMS RACE, RELIANCE ON NUCLEAR WEAPONS

19991008 Background Release

The First Committee (Disarmament and International Security) begins its general debate on 11 October amid growing global concern about a renewed nuclear arms race and the increased reliance on nuclear weapons as a basis of security.

GA/9632
8 October 1999


Press Release
GA/9632


ASSEMBLY APPROVES ARRANGEMENTS FOR SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT SESSION

19991008

Elects New Members to Programme and Coordination Committee Grants Observer Status to Black Sea Cooperation Organization