Maritime transport, the backbone of international trade, and responsible for 80% of the global movement of goods. Attacks on shipping affecting the Suez Canal add
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UNCTAD raises alarms on escalating disruptions to global trade due to the geopolitical tensions and climate change affecting the world’s key trade routes
Geneva, 26 January 2024 - The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has expressed profound concerns over the escalating disruptions in global trade,
Global unemployment rate set to increase in 2024 while growing social inequalities raise concerns, says ILO report
Joblessness and the jobs gap have both fallen below pre-pandemic levels but global unemployment will rise in 2024, and growing inequalities and stagnant productivity are
Asian political party network calls for protection of Taiwan democracy amidst interference allegations
Today, 10 December 2023, the Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats (CALD) marks 30 years of unwavering commitment to democracy, human rights, and the rule
UN women’s rights committee publishes findings on Albania, Bhutan, France, Guatemala, Jamaica, Malawi, Nicaragua, Philippines, and Uruguay
GENEVA (30 October 2023) - The UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) today issued its findings on Albania, Bhutan, France, Guatemala,
World Investment Forum ends with strong call for greater private and public investment
The world needs increased investment flows to drive economic transformation in energy, infrastructure, agrifood and health sectors to ensure sustainable development. Abu Dhabi, United Arab
HWPL Statement on Israel-Hamas War
Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), an international peace organization, strongly calls for an immediate cessation of the Israel-Hamas war that threatens global
UNCTAD sets out pathways to ease commodity dependence for greener, inclusive growth
Commodity-dependent developing countries can achieve sustainable and inclusive economic growth by making their economic structures more diversified, resilient and prepared for a low-carbon future. Geneva,
ADN Condemns Unjust Imprisonment of Bangladeshi HRDs Adilur Rahman and Nasiruddin Elan
Seoul, Korea - The Asia Democracy Network (ADN) vehemently condemns the recent sentencing of Adilur Rahman Khan and Nasiruddin Elan, activists attached to the Odhikar
Animal Wellness Action Applauds Seizure of Mass Haul of Cockfighting Implements Bound for Illicit U.S. Cockfighting Pits
Organization says bust shows international trafficking in cockfighting paraphernalia, birds is ongoing concern Washington — Today, Animal Wellness Action praised U.S. Customs and Border Protection