UN News Centre - Asia Pacific
UNESCO chief denounces murders of two Pakistani journalists
18 May, 2012 - 01:00The head of the United Nations agency tasked with defending press freedom today denounced the murders of two Pakistani journalists and expressed alarm over the continued deteriorating security of journalists in the country.
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Judge resigns from UN-backed Cambodia genocide tribunal
16 May, 2012 - 01:00One of the judges from the United Nations-backed Cambodia genocide tribunal today informed the Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of his decision to resign his position.
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Ban voices concern over tensions linked to Nepal's future federal system
14 May, 2012 - 01:00Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is concerned at the rising tensions and disruption of daily life in parts of Nepal linked to the debate over its future federal system and at the failure, so far, of political leaders to forge a consensus on their outstanding differences in the country's constitution-making process, according to his spokesperson.
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UN mission in Afghanistan condemns assassination of peace council member
13 May, 2012 - 01:00The United Nations mission in Afghanistan has condemned today's assassination of Maulawi Arsala Rahmani, a senior member of the country's High Peace Council, and stated its continued commitment to supporting the locally-led peace and reconciliation process.
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UN mission in Afghanistan condemns attacks on schools by insurgents
12 May, 2012 - 01:00The United Nations mission in Afghanistan today voiced serious concern over reported attacks on schools and education officials by anti-government groups in recent weeks, saying the raids were a violation of children's right to education.
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UN mission in Afghanistan condemns attacks on schools by insurgents
12 May, 2012 - 01:00The United Nations mission in Afghanistan today voiced serious concern over reported attacks on schools and education officials by anti-government groups in recent weeks, saying the raids were a violation of children's right to education.
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Cambodia needs more transparency in dealing with economic concessions - UN
11 May, 2012 - 01:00An independent United Nations human rights expert has urged the Cambodian Government to act with more transparency when dealing with economic and other land concessions, and to make the process more inclusive for the individuals and communities affected.
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Top UN relief official calls for greater investment in development in Afghanistan
11 May, 2012 - 01:00The top United Nations humanitarian official today reaffirmed the Organization's continued support for Afghanistan and stressed the need for increased investment in programmes that expand sources of livelihood and improve basic education, health care and the rule of law.
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Despite slowdown, Asia-Pacific region will be anchor of stability for world economy' - UN
10 May, 2012 - 01:00While Asia and the Pacific faces another year of slowing growth as demand for its exports declines and capital costs rise, it will remain the fastest growing region globally and an anchor of stability in the world economy, says a new United Nations report released today.
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Top UN relief official stresses need for disaster preparedness in Afghanistan
10 May, 2012 - 01:00The top United Nations relief official today called for greater efforts to build the resilience and preparedness of the people of Afghanistan to natural disasters, given the country's vulnerability to floods and droughts that affect large segments of the population every year.
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Ban welcomes Papua New Guinea's decision to go forward with elections
10 May, 2012 - 01:00Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon welcomed the decision by Papua New Guinea to carry out elections within the timeframe stipulated by the constitution, following recent uncertainties in relation to the country's next parliamentary elections, and stressed that they should be carried out in a transparent and peaceful manner.
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Asia-Pacific cannot afford to grow without addressing environmental concerns - UN
10 May, 2012 - 01:00Countries in the Asia-Pacific region must find ways to continue to grow economically and lift millions out of poverty while also responding to climate change and environmental concerns, according to a United Nations report released today, which stresses that new methods of production are needed to meet this goal.
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Asia-Pacific cannot afford to grow without addressing environmental concerns – UN
10 May, 2012 - 01:00Countries in the Asia-Pacific region must find ways to continue to grow economically and lift millions out of poverty while also responding to climate change and environmental concerns, according to a United Nations report released today, which stresses that new methods of production are needed to meet this goal.
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UN humanitarian chief appalled by conditions in Afghan informal settlements
9 May, 2012 - 01:00The top United Nations humanitarian official today voiced concern over "unacceptable" conditions in informal settlements sheltering displaced people and former refugees in Afghanistan, and called for greater support for durable solutions to alleviate their hardship.
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Head of UN-backed treaty hails Chinese group for combating wildlife crime
9 May, 2012 - 01:00The head of the United Nations-backed convention on endangered species today hailed the efforts of a Chinese organization that carried out two nationwide operations this year to successfully combat wildlife crime.
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UN humanitarian chief urges donors to support Afghan people
8 May, 2012 - 01:00The United Nations humanitarian chief today called on donors and humanitarian agencies to give continued support to the people of Afghanistan, stressing that there is still much to do during the country's transition period.
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