Liberia Security Institutions open discussions on Reforms and Human Rights
Monrovia - On 17 May 2017 an open discussion forum on reforms within the Liberian security sector institutions and compliance with human rights standards was held at the University of Liberia. Sgt. Penenca Sakar, Adviser to…
THE SECRETARY-GENERAL -- REMARKS AT G7 SUMMIT SESSION ON G7 OUTREACH COUNTRIES AND INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS: “INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN AFRICA: REINFORCING THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE G7 AND AFRICAN COUNTRIES”
Taormina, 26-27 May 2017 Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, I commend the G7 for focusing on Africa at an opportune moment for the continent – and for putting the spotlight on inclusive, innovation-driven growth and…
THE SECRETARY-GENERAL MESSAGE ON THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF UNITED NATIONS PEACEKEEPERS “Investing in Peace Around the World”
29 May 2017 For nearly 70 years, UN peacekeeping has proven to be one of the international community’s most effective investments in peace, security and prosperity. Demand for UN peacekeepers has risen steadily over the years…
Secretary-General's Message on World Environment Day
On World Environment Day – and every day – let us reconnect with nature.
“Zero Waste” Walk cleanup of a section of the beach in Monrovia, Liberia on Saturday, 3 June 2017
“Zero Waste” cleanup exercise held in Monrovia
Monrovia – Over 200 persons, including students and teachers took part in a clean-up exercise in Monrovia at the weekend, as Liberia joined the international community to mark this year’s World Environmental Day. Members of…
The Secretary- General's Remarks to Security Council Meeting on Preventive Diplomacy and Transboundary Waters
Remarks to Security Council Meeting on Preventive Diplomacy and Transboundary Waters
World Oceans Day - UN Secretary-General’s Message for 2017
“Our Oceans, Our Future” The oceans make our home a blue planet. The oceans regulate climate, generate oxygen, and provide ecosystem services, energy and minerals. The life teeming below their surfaces and along the…
UNMIL Force Commander Maj Gen Salihu Zaway Uba (left) hands over keys of the four renovated blocks of the Liberian Coast Guard in Buchanan to AFL Chief of Staff, Daniel Dee Ziankahn.
UNMIL hands over renovated facility to Armed Forces of Liberia
Liberia – The United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) today handed over the renovated quarters of the Liberian Coast Guard in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County to the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL). The renovation was a Quick…
Michael Page, Head of Security Sector Reform Unit at UNMIL (middle) hands over a certificate to a trainee at the end of a five-day training session on Security Sector Reform in Monrovia, Liberia.
Security institutions in Liberia trained on the Sector Reform
Monrovia – On 9 June 2017, more than 95 personnel from Liberia’s national, non-state and private security institutions completed weeklong training on Security Sector Reform at the University of Liberia. The training…
UNMIL Officer-in-Charge, Waldemar Vrey hands over office equipment to Liberia’s Chief Justice, Francis S. Korkpor, Sr.
UNMIL appeals for integrity of judiciary to sustain peace in Liberia
Monrovia – On 15 June 2017, the UNMIL Officer-in-Charge, Waldemar Vrey, while handing over office equipment to the Liberia’s Judicial Inquiry Commission at the Temple Justice called for integrity by the judicial branch of the…
UNMIL Officer-in-Charge, Mr. Waldemar Vrey addresses the graduation of the Professional Magistrates Training Program at the Temple of Justice, Monrovia.
UNMIL commends Liberia’s judiciary for its effort in addressing human capacity gaps
Monrovia - The UNMIL Officer-in-Charge, Mr. Waldemar Vrey, today commended the judiciary in Liberia for taking necessary steps to address the human capacity challenges occasioned by 14 years of civil war through the…
UNMIL Officer-in-Charge Waldemar Vrey addresses a colloquium on a draft law on Whistle-blowers and Witness Protection in Monrovia.
UNMIL CALLS FOR UNITED FRONT AGAINST CORRUPTION IN LIBERIA
Monrovia – UNMIL Officer-in-Charge Waldemar Vrey today called on all stakeholders in Liberia to join forces against corruption. “Corruption can only be kept in check if all stakeholders and the government, the private sector…