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Dubai Eye
2 days ago
- Politics
- Dubai Eye
UAE hosts high-level UN meeting on advancing peace and security agenda
The UAE hosted a high-level UN meeting on 'Advancing the Tolerance, Peace, and Security (TPS) Agenda', in recognition of the second anniversary of the unanimous adoption of Resolution 2686. The event brought together UN officials, member states and civil society to strengthen implementation and move the agenda forward across the UN system. In a video statement shared during the meeting, UAE Minister of State Noura Al Kaabi also highlighted the launch of the TPS series, a global programme focused on expert round tables with a flagship publication to pave the way forward. 'For the United Arab Emirates, tolerance is not merely a virtue or aspiration; it's a prerequisite for global peace and security. Join us in turning tolerance into action. For peace, for security, and for all.' -HE @NouraAlKaabi, Minister of State — UAE Mission to the UN (@UAEMissionToUN) July 1, 2025 The UAE and the UK led the resolution 2686 back in 2023 on tolerance, peace and security. The unanimously adopted resolution recognised that hate speech, racism, racial discrimination, intolerance, gender discrimination and acts of extremism can contribute to conflict, with member states condemning such actions. The resolution also requested UN peacekeeping and special political missions' monitoring of hate speech, racism and acts of extremism that might impact peace and security. 'We need to develop a shared understanding of what TPS is and how it can be usefully applied in practice," stated Mohamed Abushahab, Permanent Representative of the UAE to the UN, as he emphasized the importance of tolerance in developing innovation and strength.
TAG 91.1
3 days ago
- Politics
- TAG 91.1
UAE hosts high-level UN meeting on advancing peace and security agenda
The UAE hosted a high-level UN meeting on 'Advancing the Tolerance, Peace, and Security (TPS) Agenda', in recognition of the second anniversary of the unanimous adoption of Resolution 2686. The event brought together UN officials, member states and civil society to strengthen implementation and move the agenda forward across the UN system. In a video statement shared during the meeting, UAE Minister of State Noura Al Kaabi also highlighted the launch of the TPS series, a global programme focused on expert round tables with a flagship publication to pave the way forward. 'For the United Arab Emirates, tolerance is not merely a virtue or aspiration; it's a prerequisite for global peace and security. Join us in turning tolerance into action. For peace, for security, and for all.' -HE @NouraAlKaabi, Minister of State — UAE Mission to the UN (@UAEMissionToUN) July 1, 2025 The UAE and the UK led the resolution 2686 back in 2023 on tolerance, peace and security. The unanimously adopted resolution recognised that hate speech, racism, racial discrimination, intolerance, gender discrimination and acts of extremism can contribute to conflict, with member states condemning such actions. The resolution also requested UN peacekeeping and special political missions' monitoring of hate speech, racism and acts of extremism that might impact peace and security. 'We need to develop a shared understanding of what TPS is and how it can be usefully applied in practice," stated Mohamed Abushahab, Permanent Representative of the UAE to the UN, as he emphasized the importance of tolerance in developing innovation and strength.
The Star
20-06-2025
- General
- The Star
Namibia strives for integration of refugees on World Refugee Day
WINDHOEK, June 20 (Xinhua) -- Namibia seeks to integrate refugees into its broader social and economic systems, a government official said Friday, as the country commemorated World Refugee Day. The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security marked the day under the global theme "Solidarity with Refugees" at the Osire Refugee Settlement in the Otjozondjupa Region. Namibia currently hosts 6,582 refugees and asylum seekers, with the majority residing at the Osire Refugee Settlement, located approximately 225 km from the capital, Windhoek. "This number may vary over time due to factors such as new arrivals, voluntary repatriation, and changes in legal status," Etienne Maritz, executive director of the ministry, said in a public notice. He added that most of these individuals originate from African nations, notably the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi, and Rwanda, with others arriving from countries like South Sudan, Somalia, and Zimbabwe. "Namibia follows a welcoming and inclusive refugee policy, offering access to essential services such as education, healthcare, and employment," he said, reiterating that the nation aims to integrate refugees into its broader social and economic systems. Through the Osire Refugee Settlement, the Namibian government, in collaboration with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and other partners, continues to provide vital support to displaced persons seeking refuge within the country, he highlighted. Observed globally on June 20, World Refugee Day honors the courage and perseverance of millions of refugees worldwide.
Jordan News
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Jordan and Finland Discuss Efforts to Achieve Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza - Jordan News
Jordan and Finland Discuss Efforts to Achieve Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi held extensive talks today with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen, focusing on bilateral relations and regional developments. اضافة اعلان Safadi and Valtonen emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation between the two friendly countries in all fields, both bilaterally and within the framework of the strategic partnership with the European Union. The two ministers also affirmed their commitment to multilateral cooperation and to upholding international law and international humanitarian law. In this context, they reviewed preparations for a high-level side event, co-hosted by Jordan and Finland, to be held during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. The event will mark the 10th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 2250 on Youth, Peace, and Security — an initiative launched by Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II. The discussions also covered ongoing efforts to reach a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and ensure the immediate and adequate delivery of humanitarian aid to the Strip. Additionally, the two ministers discussed regional and international initiatives aimed at ensuring the upcoming Saudi-French-led international conference in New York yields practical outcomes that advance the goal of a just and lasting peace based on the two-state solution. Safadi stressed the importance of more countries recognizing the State of Palestine as a reaffirmation of their commitment to the two-state solution. They also addressed the latest developments in Syria. Safadi highlighted the need to support the Syrian government in reconstruction efforts based on principles that safeguard Syria's unity, security, and stability, eliminate terrorism, and preserve the rights of all Syrians. Safadi expressed appreciation for Finland's efforts to promote security and stability in the region. Both ministers agreed to maintain ongoing cooperation and coordination in service of their countries' mutual interests.
Saba Yemen
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
UN experts call on SC to protect women, girls in Gaza, restore peace, security
Geneva - Saba: A group of independent human rights experts urged the UN Security Council on Wednesday to urgently address the Israeli occupation's unprecedented expansion of its offensive against civilians in Gaza and reaffirm its commitment to the Women, Peace, and Security agenda. "Ahead of the Council's open debate on the protection of civilians, chaired by Greece, we urge a meaningful discussion of the grave implications of the ongoing genocide on women and girls in the besieged Gaza Strip," the experts said in a statement. The experts stressed that the attacks have shattered every aspect of civilian life, with clear gender consequences, and that Palestinian girls and women of all ages have suffered in overwhelming numbers, while Israel continues to prevent critical humanitarian access. They noted that "more than 28,000 women and girls have been killed, thousands injured, and nearly one million people displaced. Nearly 13,000 women are the sole breadwinners for their families. The entire population remains at risk of famine. Nearly 71,000 children and 17,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women will require urgent treatment for severe malnutrition in the near future." They continued: "Women continue to suffer devastating losses while caring for their families, who have little access to adequate water, medicine, food, sanitary products, or sexual and reproductive health care." The experts explained that women and girls with disabilities face particularly acute risks—disproportionately suffering neglect, increased exposure to violence, and significant barriers to accessing essential services. The experts said: "The destruction of civilian infrastructure and the extreme suffering endured by women and girls demand immediate and sustained action by the Security Council. The devastation inflicted on women, girls, and entire communities is not accidental, but the result of deliberate Israeli policies and actions. The killing of thousands of women and girls may constitute the deliberate imposition of living conditions designed to bring about the physical destruction, in whole or in part, of the Palestinian people." The experts noted that while Palestinian women and girls in Gaza are victims of this indiscriminate and disproportionate military assault, women—as journalists, medical workers, teachers, lawyers, and aid workers—continue to provide care, documentation, and resistance despite the devastating losses. "Girls and other children are being told to walk long distances to learn remotely, even as they fear bombardment along the way. They cling to their uniforms and books, still hoping to return to classrooms—even when those spaces are no longer safe," the experts said. They reiterated their repeated calls for a permanent ceasefire and the need for protection and accountability measures, and urged the Council to respond to the specific gender-specific impacts of the crisis. They noted that women, peace, and security commitments should not be sidelined from core peace and security discussions. The experts warned that "in Gaza, the rules of engagement and the basic protection of civilians have been deliberately, consistently, and flagrantly violated." They added, "If the Security Council fails to address this profound breakdown in compliance and accountability, and what this means for humanity and multilateralism, the very foundations of international law risk losing their meaning." Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
