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UN chief urges faster shift to 'net zero' after report shows climate threat

New climate report details urgent need to cut emissions

UN chief urges faster shift to 'net zero' after report shows climate threat
Updated On : 20 Mar 2023 | 6:50 PM IST

Big Oil peddled the big lie, says UN chief Guterres at WEF 2023

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres delivered his message on the second day of the elite gathering of world leaders and corporate executives in Davos

Big Oil peddled the big lie, says UN chief Guterres at WEF 2023
Updated On : 19 Jan 2023 | 12:08 AM IST

Every 11 minutes, a woman killed by an intimate partner or family: UN chief

Ahead of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25, the UN chief emphasised the need to address the increasing violence against women across the world

Every 11 minutes, a woman killed by an intimate partner or family: UN chief
Updated On : 22 Nov 2022 | 11:12 PM IST

Terror absolute "evil", no reason can justify terrorism: UN Chief

UN Secy-Gen Antonio Guterres paid tributes to victims of 26/11 terror attacks at Taj Mahal Palace hotel in Mumbai and said terror is an absolute "evil" and no reason can justify the act of terrorism

Terror absolute "evil", no reason can justify terrorism: UN Chief
Updated On : 19 Oct 2022 | 12:01 PM IST

World counts on India for credible actions to deliver 2030 Agenda: UN chief

As India assumes the presidency of the G20, the world counts on it to mobilise credible actions to deliver on the 2030 Development Agenda and the Paris Climate Agreement, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Saturday. In his message to a special India@75' event on Showcasing the India-UN Partnership in Action', the UN chief underlined that as home to the largest youth generation in history, India will be decisive in the success of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). "Looking ahead, India, home to the largest youth generation in history will be decisive in the success of the Sustainable Development Goals, and reiterating Prime Minister Modi - as you reform the world transforms, Guterres said. The event here was organised by the Government of India and the United Nations to highlight India's partnership with the UN, its South-South Cooperation, its development journey and achievements in the 75th year of its independence. It was held on the margins of the high-level UN

World counts on India for credible actions to deliver 2030 Agenda: UN chief
Updated On : 24 Sep 2022 | 11:49 PM IST

UN chief calls for bold, coordinated responses to global food crisis

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for bold and coordinated responses to solve the ongoing global food crisis

UN chief calls for bold, coordinated responses to global food crisis
Updated On : 19 Jul 2022 | 8:58 AM IST

UN chief Antonio Guterres to visit Moscow on Tuesday, will meet Putin

The secretary-general's office is also working with Ukraine's government on scheduling and preparations for a visit to Russia's southern neighbor, the spokesperson said

UN chief Antonio Guterres to visit Moscow on Tuesday, will meet Putin
Updated On : 22 Apr 2022 | 10:55 PM IST

Ukraine war hitting poor countries dependent on wheat, says UN chief

UN chief has warned that Ukraine war is holding a sword of Damocles over global economy, especially poor countries that face surging food, fuel prices and are now seeing their breadbasket being bombed

Ukraine war hitting poor countries dependent on wheat, says UN chief
Updated On : 15 Mar 2022 | 11:40 AM IST

UN chief 'concerned' at Russia's decision to send forces to Ukraine regions

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed his deep concern over Russia's decision on the status of Donetsk and Lugansk of Ukraine.

UN chief 'concerned' at Russia's decision to send forces to Ukraine regions
Updated On : 22 Feb 2022 | 7:50 AM IST

Covid-19: Low-income countries in disadvantageous position, says UN chief

"Global financial system has failed them when they needed it the most and a global solidarity is lacking," he said

Covid-19: Low-income countries in disadvantageous position, says UN chief
Updated On : 18 Jan 2022 | 2:00 AM IST

UN Chief encourages change in actions toward sustainable food systems

Today, almost 40 per cent of humanity -- 3 billion people -- cannot afford a healthy diet, he said.

UN Chief encourages change in actions toward sustainable food systems
Updated On : 17 Oct 2021 | 7:25 AM IST

Veteran British diplomat Martin Griffiths appointed UN humanitarian chief

The UN chief has appointed veteran British diplomat Martin Griffiths, a seasoned negotiator with wide global experience, as the new UN humanitarian chief.

Veteran British diplomat Martin Griffiths appointed UN humanitarian chief
Updated On : 13 May 2021 | 7:44 AM IST

Coronavirus lays bare social inequality, warns UN chief Antonio Guterres

The Covid-19 crisis "has revealed how unequal our societies are," said United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in his message released on Monday for the World Health Day

Coronavirus lays bare social inequality, warns UN chief Antonio Guterres
Updated On : 06 Apr 2021 | 6:48 AM IST

Human rights must not only be available to privileged: UN chief Guterres

Noting that with the support of member states over the last year, he said that the Call to Action "is making important progress"

Human rights must not only be available to privileged: UN chief Guterres
Updated On : 25 Feb 2021 | 8:30 AM IST

United Nations hopes to take first step to elect next chief by Jan 31

The General Assembly elects the secretary-general on the recommendation of the 15-member Security Council where the five permanent members have veto power

United Nations hopes to take first step to elect next chief by Jan 31
Updated On : 16 Jan 2021 | 6:55 AM IST

UN chief Guterres lauds 2020 Nobel Peace Prize winner World Food Programme

Guterres said there was also hunger in the world for international cooperation and the World Food Programme feeds that need as well

UN chief Guterres lauds 2020 Nobel Peace Prize winner World Food Programme
Updated On : 09 Oct 2020 | 9:00 PM IST

UN chief, envoys highlight relevance of Gandhi's non-violence, equality

UN Secretary-General Guterres, in his video message, said: "In marking the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, this International Day highlights the remarkable power of non-violence and peaceful protests

UN chief, envoys highlight relevance of Gandhi's non-violence, equality
Updated On : 02 Oct 2020 | 10:46 PM IST

If world handles climate like Covid-19, I fear the worst, says UN chief

Guterres said the coronavirus was out of control as the global death toll approaches 1 million, while more than 30 million have been infected

If world handles climate like Covid-19, I fear the worst, says UN chief
Updated On : 24 Sep 2020 | 11:42 PM IST

Don't throw away funds supporting fossil fuel industries: UN chief to govts

The U.N. chief noted that large investors are already pulling their money out of heavily polluting industries, especially coal

Don't throw away funds supporting fossil fuel industries: UN chief to govts
Updated On : 17 Sep 2020 | 10:27 PM IST

UN chief asks to pitch in $35 bn for WHO's initiatives to fight Covid-19

He called for a "quantum leap" in funding to increase the chances of a global solution that could restore normality to the world

UN chief asks to pitch in $35 bn for WHO's initiatives to fight Covid-19
Updated On : 10 Sep 2020 | 10:55 PM IST