Tag: UN General Assembly

Monday, September 19th 2022 - 08:29 UTC
Bolsonaro expresses his condolences at Lancaster House

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was among the world leaders to sign the book of condolences in London for Queen Elizabeth II's death. The South American ruler is expected to take part in Monday's funeral and then head on to New York for the United Nations General Assembly.
Monday, September 5th 2022 - 23:56 UTC
Luis Lacalle Pou won’t attend UN General Assembly

Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou will not attend the 77th General Assembly of the United Nations to be held in New York. Foreign Minister Francisco Bustillo will attend in his place, reported El Observador and confirmed MercoPress with sources from the Foreign Ministry.
Wednesday, April 27th 2022 - 08:43 UTC
UN General Assembly passes resolution requiring disclosing of rationale behind veto use

Russia's invasion of Ukraine is bringing on some changes regarding world affairs and the United Nations Tuesday agreed to redefine the Security Council veto power, which is in the hands of the body's permanent members, which are also the ones with a stronger military might — the US, Russia, China, the UK, and France.
Thursday, September 23rd 2021 - 09:35 UTC
Uruguayan President Lacalle focuses on human rights and COVID-19 vaccination before the UN

Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou Wednesday told the United Nations' 76th General Assembly that the COVID-19 pandemic has “finally shown and revealed strengths and weaknesses” in the world.
Wednesday, September 22nd 2021 - 09:05 UTC
Bolsonaro tells UN his gov't is for COVID-19 vaccination but against mandates

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro Tuesday highlighted his policies, economic or otherwise, during his opening speech at the 76th United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
Thursday, September 16th 2021 - 09:15 UTC
International Day for Protection of the Ozone Layer, 16 September

The ozone layer, a fragile shield of gas, protects the Earth from the harmful portion of the rays of the sun, thus helping preserve life on the planet. The phase-out of controlled uses of ozone-depleting substances and the related reductions have not only helped protect the ozone layer for this and future generations but have also contributed significantly to global efforts to address climate change; furthermore, it has protected human health and ecosystems by limiting the harmful ultraviolet radiation from reaching the Earth.
Thursday, July 8th 2021 - 09:48 UTC
Three companies (two UK and one Israel) involved in Falklands' oil industry, added to Argentina's sanctions list

Argentina announced it has launched a sanctions process against several foreign oil companies, the UK based Chrysaor Holdings Ltd, Harbor Energy Plc, and Israel's Navitas Petroleum for involvement in hydrocarbons activities, with illegitimate Falkland Islands licenses, in the Argentine continental shelf, more precisely at the Sea Lion project in North Malvinas basin
Saturday, January 30th 2021 - 09:05 UTC
Large companies sign “Neptune Declaration” to help crews trapped in ships because of Covid-19

More than 300 large companies pledged this week to work together to help hundreds of thousands of merchant sailors trapped on ships for many months due to Covid-19. About 90% of world trade is transported by sea, and coronavirus restrictions in many countries are affecting global supply chains.
Wednesday, September 30th 2020 - 09:44 UTC
Chile drops out from regional agreement to deliver access of information in environmental matters

Chile said last week it would not sign the Escazu Agreement -- a decision that generated surprise and disappointment among environmentalists because along with Costa Rica, Santiago has promoted it since 2012.
Saturday, September 26th 2020 - 08:43 UTC
Latin American leaders call for free access to future Covid-19 vaccines

Latin American leaders have appealed at the United Nations for free access to a future Covid-19 vaccine, urging major powers to share their know-how for the sake of global well-being.