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Permanent Forum ‘a Vital Platform’ to Realize Full Human Rights for People of African Descent Everywhere, Secretary-General Tells Inaugural Session

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Following is the text of UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ video message for the inaugural session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent, in Geneva today:

Heightened Financing, Women and Youth Participation Vital for Peace Efforts, Speakers Tell Economic and Social Council, Peacebuilding Commission

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Enhanced coordination, adequate resources and increased integration of women and youth are necessary for delivering on sustainable peace and development, delegates heard at a joint meeting of the Economic and Social Council and Peacebuilding Commission today.

Secretary-General Appoints Natalia Gherman of Republic of Moldova Executive Director of Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate

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​​​​​​​United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres confirmed the appointment of Natalia Gherman of the Republic of Moldova as Executive Director of the Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate, following the concurrence of the Security Council.