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A year ago, the world's Governments agreed on an ambitious sustainable development agenda for the next 15 years. They recognized that what people want is not so complicated -- but that it does require a transformation of how…

ALMATY, Kazakhstan

MOSCOW, Russia

Every year on the International Day of Peace, the United Nations calls on warring parties to lay down their arms and observe a 24-hour global ceasefire. The symbolism of a day without fighting is a crucial reminder that…

TASHKENT, Uzbekistan

DUSHANBE, Tajikistan

Prepared in response to the request of the General Assembly and in conformity with the Charter of the United Nations, the Guidance aims to inform the design and management of mediation processes. It is intended as a resource…

In December 2016, UNRCCA has published a new fact sheet describing the Centre and its annual activities. To view, please click on the link below. Fact Sheet on the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for…

This year’s observance of United Nations Day occurs at a time of transition for the world and for the United Nations. Humanity has entered the era of sustainability – with a global commitment to fulfill the great promise of…

New York [as delivered] It is a great pleasure to join the members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization at this special meeting. Since the founding of the Shanghai Five in 1996 and its transformation into the Shanghai…