Politically SpeakingAddressing the Link between Climate, Peace and SecurityWith climate change multiplying risks, especially in areas more vulnerable to conflict, climate action needs to become an integral part of…6 min read·Apr 5, 2024----
Politically SpeakingRecycling to boost water security in climate-vulnerable IraqWastewater treatment plants are helping the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) save water and reduce its environmental footprint amid…3 min read·Mar 22, 2024----
Politically SpeakingPeacebuilding Fund Provides Crucial Support, But Needs More Contributions, Annual Report FindsDespite growing demand for peacebuilding support under the Peacebuilding Fund, voluntary contributions dropped in 2023, the annual report…4 min read·Mar 20, 2024----
Politically SpeakingSecurity Council Calls for “Immediate Cessation of Hostilities” in Sudan During RamadanAs the violence in the war-torn country continues unabated, the Council’s members also called for all parties to enable safe and unhindered…3 min read·Mar 8, 2024----
Politically SpeakinginPolitically SpeakingWomen, Peace and Security Agenda Highlights Importance of Inclusion in Conflict PreventionWomen’s participation, protection and rights are critical for sustainable peace. The Agenda has gained traction since its inception, but…4 min read·Mar 8, 2024----
Politically SpeakingAs Russian Invasion of Ukraine Continues, Prospects for Peace Remain DimAs the General Assembly and Security Council prepare to hold meetings on 23 February 2024 marking two years since the start of the…3 min read·Feb 23, 2024----
Politically SpeakingBringing Colonialism to an EndOn the occasion of the annual session of the UN Special Committee on Decolonization, which opened on 15 February 2024, Politically Speaking…4 min read·Feb 22, 2024----
Politically SpeakingUN Holds Second Meeting of Special Envoys to Afghanistan in Doha, Qatar[Updated 29 February 2024]: Secretary-General António Guterres convened key actors for a second time to discuss how to approach increasing…3 min read·Feb 16, 2024----
Politically Speaking“The Wish for Peace is Genuine”: Former Personal Envoy for Mozambique Reflects on an End to…Politically Speaking talks to the former Personal Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General for Mozambique, Ambassador Mirko Manzoni of…4 min read·Feb 2, 2024----
Politically SpeakingThe Role of UN Electoral Assistance in Strengthening DemocraciesDuring this “big” election year, when some 2 billion people are said to be eligible to vote in polls around the world, the principles that…4 min read·Feb 1, 2024----
