Category: Diplomatic Pouch

16 January 2016 – Following the release of a report confirming that Iran has completed necessary preparatory steps to start the implementation of a plan of action aiming to resolve the nuclear issue, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today welcomed the achievement of having reached “Implementation Day,” highlighting that he is heartened by the lifting of sanctions on Iran. “This is a significant milestone that reflects the good faith effort by all parties to fulfil their agreed commitments,” said Mr….

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The issue of forced migration has reached the limits of an unfortunate tragedy.  Proof of this is the actions taken by the United Nations (such as UNHCR and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights), the International Labour Organization (ILO), the World Health Organization (WHO), as well as the International Organization for Migration (OIM) to tackle this situation. While it is certain that these migrants and refugees should receive urgent assistance, especially women, children and the elderly,…

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