Further Global Appeal for Funds Set for December; Agency Official, Grateful for Support, Says Limitations in Donations Are Understood
Draft Resolution Adopted by Roll Call Vote: 91 in Favour; 44 Against; 15 Abstentions
Committee Will Consider Reports From Portugal, Finland, Belgium, Yugoslavia and Morocco
(Reissued as Received.)
The investments of the United Nations Joint Pension Fund had met their objective of obtaining an optimal investment return while avoiding undue risk, the Fifth Committee (Administrative and Budgetary) was told this morning, as it began its consideration of the United Nations common and pension systems.
Resolution on Afghanistan Adopted without Vote; Text on Promoting, Consolidating Democracy Adopted by 145-0, with 14 Abstentions
As the Fifth Committee (Administrative and Budgetary) began its consideration of results-based budgeting this morning, United Nations Controller Jean-Pierre Halbwachs stressed that the new approach would enhance evaluation of performance, improve monitoring and provide better information on the work of the Organization.
As the Second Committee (Economic and Financial) concluded its consideration of training and research this afternoon, speakers stressed the important role of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Organizations Staff College, which is located in Turin, Italy.
Says Blockade Contrary to International Law; United States Argues Embargo Trade Policy Matter; Aimed at Human Rights Improvement
