Need for “global solidarity” never more clear in UN history, SRSG Tanin tells the Security Council
In the United Nations’ 75-year history the need for global solidarity and international cooperation has never been as clearly demonstrated as it is today, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK…
SRSG Tanin's Statement on the Occasion of the 20th Anniversary of the United Nations Security Council resolution 1325 (2000) on Women, Peace and Security
On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of United Nations Security Council resolution 1325 (2000) on Women, Peace and Security, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) and Head of UNMIK, Zahir Tanin…
UNITED YOUTH VS. COVID-19: SIX MULTI-ETHNIC YOUTH TEAMS WIN UN GRANTS TO CHALLENGE THE PANDEMIC
On 7-8 November, UNMIK Youth, Peace and Security programme partnered with UNICEF Innovations Lab Kosovo, NGO “Peer Educators Network” and NGO “United Youth Task Force” multi-ethnic network of young Kosovo peacebuilders to…
SRSG TANIN WELCOMES NEW COMMANDER OF KFOR, MG FRANCO FEDERICI
Today, Zahir Tanin, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, met Major General Franco Federici, the new Commander of KFOR, at UNMIK Headquarters. SRSG Tanin underscored the importance of continued…
Kosovo Correctional Service awards UNMIK for “partnership and cooperation”
UNMIK’s partnership and support of Kosovo’s rule of law was recognized by the Kosovo Correctional Service (KCS) through an award presented to the Mission for its achievements in the development of KCS since its establishment…
Supporting access to justice: UNMIK donates IT equipment to Court of Appeals Division in North Mitrovica
On 27 November, UNMIK donated IT and technical equipment including laptops, desktop computers and printers to the Court of Appeals Division in North Mitrovica. The donation took place as part of the Mission’s ongoing…
On Human Rights Day, SRSG Zahir Tanin Calls for Placing Human Rights at the Core of the COVID-19 Response and Recovery
On the occasion of International Human Rights Day, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, Zahir Tanin, renews the UN’s commitment to support Kosovo institutions and other stakeholders in their…
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The Security and Gender Group calls for concrete actions to respond to the “shadow pandemic” of violence against women and girls
As the global campaign of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence comes to an end, the Security and Gender Group (SGG) calls for the elimination of all forms of violence against women and girls, and respect of women…
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UN Secretary-General Appoints Barrie Lynne Freeman of United States Deputy Special Representative, United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo
The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres today announced the appointment of Barrie Lynne Freeman of the United States as his Deputy Special Representative for the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in…
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UN Secretary‑General Appoints Mari Yamashita of Japan Representative, Director of United Nations Office in Belgrade
The United Nations Secretary‑General António Guterres announced today the appointment of Mari Yamashita of Japan as his Representative and Director of the United Nations Office in Belgrade. Ms. Yamashita succeeds Simona…
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The Security and Gender Group urges Central Election Commission to adhere to requirements set out under the Law on Gender Equality
The Security and Gender Group urges Central Election Commission to adhere to requirements set out under the Law on Gender Equality 15 January 2021 As Kosovo prepares for early general elections in February 2021, the Security…
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Mobilising multi-ethnic support in the face of a common enemy: Youth NGO produced 15,000 face shields for frontline workers
An NGO in Kosovo mobilised youth from different communities to produce 15,000 face shields in just three days, to help safeguard frontline workers in a global shortage period. NGO LINK, supported by UNMIK, brought together a…