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Security Council Reappoints Serge Brammertz of Belgium as International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunal’s Prosecutor, Adopting Resolution 2637 (2022)

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Security Council Reappoints Serge Brammertz of Belgium as International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunal’s Prosecutor, Adopting Resolution 2637 (2022)

The Security Council today re-appointed Serge Brammertz of Belgium as Prosecutor of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals for a term beginning on 1 July 2022 and ending on 30 June 2024.

Secretary-General Pays Tribute to 485 Personnel Killed in Duty during 2021, Highest Number Ever, Who ‘Upheld Vision and Values’ of United Nations

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Secretary-General Pays Tribute to 485 Personnel Killed in Duty during 2021, Highest Number Ever, Who ‘Upheld Vision and Values’ of United Nations

Following are UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ remarks at the Annual Memorial Service to Honour United Nations Personnel Who Lost Their Lives in the Line of Duty from 1 January to 31 December 2021, in New York today:

Somalia’s Successful Presidential Elections Present Renewed Chances to Collaborate with Government, Chair of 751 Committee Tells Security Council

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Somalia’s Successful Presidential Elections Present Renewed Chances to Collaborate with Government, Chair of 751 Committee Tells Security Council

Members of the Security Council’s committee on the sanctions regime for Somalia are of the view that the successful conclusion of presidential elections presents a renewed opportunity to cooperate and collaborate with that country’s Government on important issues which fall under that committee’s remit, the Chair of the subsidiary body told the Council today.

Secretary-General Urges ‘Stepping Up for Sustainable Solutions, Robust Funding for Every Crisis’, as Economic and Social Council Opens Humanitarian Affairs Segment

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Secretary-General Urges ‘Stepping Up for Sustainable Solutions, Robust Funding for Every Crisis’, as Economic and Social Council Opens Humanitarian Affairs Segment

The Economic and Social Council began its humanitarian affairs segment today, exploring solutions that alleviate human suffering caused by growing hunger and displacement, compounded by the triple crises of the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and conflict.

Progress Realizing Juba Peace Agreement in Sudan Being Made, Chair of 1591 Committee Reports, Urging Security Council to Review Sanctions Regime

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Progress Realizing Juba Peace Agreement in Sudan Being Made, Chair of 1591 Committee Reports, Urging Security Council to Review Sanctions Regime

The training of 2,000 members of signatory armed movements in El Fasher was a significant development in the implementation of the Juba Agreement for Peace in Sudan, the head of the 1591 sanctions committee told the Security Council today, recalling the intention of the 15-nation organ to consider adjusting relevant measures against the country in response to evolving conditions on the ground.

General Assembly Adopts Text Encouraging Robust Engagement between United Nations, National Parliaments Worldwide to Achieve Sustainable Development

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General Assembly Adopts Text Encouraging Robust Engagement between United Nations, National Parliaments Worldwide to Achieve Sustainable Development

Welcoming actions by the Inter-Parliamentary Union to continue pursuing more systematic, meaningful engagement with the United Nations, the General Assembly today encouraged both organizations to enhance their cooperation in meeting common aims across the three dimensions of sustainable development.

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