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GA/EF/2882
29 October 1999


Press Release
GA/EF/2882


INVESTMENT IN WOMEN’S EDUCATION, ENFORCEMENT OF CORE LABOUR STANDARDS URGED AS SECOND COMMITTEE CONSIDERS WOMEN IN DEVELOPMENT

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The integration of women into economic activity had not been enough to resolve their social situation and eliminate the stereotypes they were subjected to, the representative of Mexico told the Second Committee (Economic and Financial) this morning as it began its consideration of women in development.

ECOSOC/5876
26 October 1999


Press Release
ECOSOC/5876


NGO LOSES CONSULATIVE STATUS WITH ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COUNCIL

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Sudan Charges Collusion with Terrorists

The Economic and Social Council decided this morning to revoke the consultative status of Christian Solidarity International (CSI) on the basis of a complaint filed against that non-governmental organization (NGO) by the Government of Sudan.