Working from home Pandemic-driven shift to home work carries risks, UN says 13-01-2021 23:47 Issues facing home workers and their employers need greater attention, including better safeguards and more awareness of the rights and risks involved, warns United Nations.
CLIMATE CHANGE Dozens of nations miss deadline to boost climate ambition 05-01-2021 11:09 More than half the world's nations failed to submit upgraded commitments by year's end to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, straggling behind the schedule of accelerated climate ambitions set out in the Paris Agreement.
FOOD PRICES UN: World food prices jump to six-year high 03-12-2020 19:26 Global food commodity prices rose sharply in November to their highest level in nearly six years, the UN food agency said Thursday, due in part to adverse weather conditions.
LATIN AMERICA UN: Foreign direct investment in Latin America to fall by up to 55% 02-12-2020 13:39 Foreign direct investment in Latin America will fall by up to 55% in 2020, the UN's regional economic commission said Wednesday.
UNITED NATIONS China and Russia win seats on UN rights council, Saudis lose 14-10-2020 08:53 China, Russia and Cuba win seats on the United Nations’ Human Rights Council, despite opposition from activist groups over their abysmal human rights records. Saudi Arabia misses out.
Nobel prize World Food Programme wins Nobel Peace Prize 09-10-2020 11:37 The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the World Food Programme on Friday for feeding millions of people from Yemen to North Korea, as the coronavirus pandemic pushes millions more into hunger.
Human rights UN extends Venezuela human rights violations probe 07-10-2020 18:05 UN Human Rights Council slams "widespread" political persecution in Venezuela and votes to extend its fact-finding mission for another two years, a decision that sparks immediate repercussions in Argentina.
HUMAN RIGHTS Nearly 40 nations criticise China's human rights policies 07-10-2020 01:39 Nearly 40 mainly Western countries criticised China’s treatment of minority groups, especially in Xinjiang and Tibet, on Tuesday and expressed grave concern at the impact of its new national security law on human rights in Hong Kong.
UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY Bolivia's leader criticises Argentina at UN for harbouring Evo Morales 23-09-2020 18:18 Bolivia's interim leader criticises Argentina for its "harbouring" of the country's former president Evo Morales, who she accuses of conspiring to foment unrest in her country.
UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY Fernández reiterates Malvinas sovereignty claim in first UN appearance 22-09-2020 22:40 President expresses support for multilateralism and challenges world leaders to use the health crisis as a moment of inflection to find solutions for other scourges as well.
75 YEARS OF UNITED NATIONS Born to prevent war, UN at 75 faces a deeply polarised world 21-09-2020 23:44 “We have a surplus of multilateral challenges and a deficit of multilateral solutions,” declares António Guterres, as UN secretary general leads celebrations marking organisation's 75th anniversary.
HUMAN RIGHTS Experts cite 'crimes against humanity' in Maduro's Venezuela 16-09-2020 15:25 Independent experts for UN's top human rights body accuse Maduro administration of torture and killings, claiming security forces have used techniques like electric shocks, genital mutilation and asphyxiation against detainees.
ENVIRONMENT World isn't meeting any biodiversity goals, UN report finds 15-09-2020 15:29 Countries are set to miss all of the targets they set themselves a decade ago to preserve nature and save Earth's vital biodiversity, the United Nations said Tuesday.
Global warming UN report: Increased warming closing in on agreed upon limit 09-09-2020 08:37 A hotter world is getting closer to passing a temperature limit set by global leaders five years ago and may exceed it in the next decade or so, according to a new United Nations report released on Wednesday.
NUCLEAR WATCHDOG Iran allows UN access to alleged nuclear sites 26-08-2020 14:53 Iran agreed Wednesday to allow a United Nations watchdog the access it has requested to two alleged nuclear sites, as the head of the agency ended his first visit to Tehran.
NUCLEAR WATCHDOG Iran pledges to expand nuclear cooperation after IAEA rebuke 25-08-2020 13:20 Iran vows to expand its cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog, weeks after being rebuked by the body for failing to provide access to two sites suspected of hosting past nuclear activity.
NUCLEAR WATCHDOG UN nuclear watchdog chief arrives in Iran 24-08-2020 20:01 Rafael Mariano Grossi is on his first trip to Iran since taking the helm of the International Atomic Energy Agency last year. Argentine official is due to meet with senior officials on Tuesday.
HUMAN RIGHTS United Nations condemns spike in Colombia 'massacres' 18-08-2020 08:46 The United Nations peace mission in Colombia condemns a spiral of violence engulfing the country, saying it had documented 33 massacres so far this year.
POLITICS & THE PANDEMIC Coalitions under stress 18-07-2020 08:37 Political rivals are accusing each other of being “haters” – but of course, one person's hater is another person's hero. The pressure, however, is not just external. by Martín Gambarotta
FOREIGN POLICY Government calls for 'inclusive, transparent and credible' elections in Venezuela 16-07-2020 02:24 Argentina shifts stance on Venezuela, expressing "deep concern" over alleged human rights violations in troubled nation and calling for "inclusive, transparent and credible" elections.
Crisis in Venezuela Venezuela accuses US of blocking ability to pay UN dues 22-06-2020 19:26 Venezuela accuses United States of blocking its ability to pay dues to the United Nations, making it was the only country unable to vote in the UN General Assembly elections on June 17.
Evo in Argentina Bolivia send UNHCR note on activity of Evo Morales to Argentina 08-03-2020 08:00 Bolivia will send a note from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees discussing refugees acting against their country of origin to Argentina, in regards to the actions of ex-president Evo Morales.
COLOMBIA PEACE PROCESS UN envoy for Colombia: Peace depends on stopping killings 14-01-2020 14:21 Carlos Ruiz Massieu's comments come in the wake of news that Colombian authorities thwarted planned attempt to kill ex-FARC commander Rodrigo Londoño.
Chile Protests UN report accuses Chilean law enforcement of egregious human rights abuses 13-12-2019 18:17 The United Nations investigation into Chilean security forces found serious human rights violations allegedly took place against protesters over the past two months, including deaths, torture, sexual abuse and the use of excessive force.
NEW IAEA CHIEF Rafael Grossi presses Iran about undeclared site, defends inspectors 04-12-2019 11:00 On his first day as director-general of the UN's nuclear watchdog agency, Argentine diplomat prompts Iran to break their silence regarding the particles of uranium found in an undeclared Tehran site.
Transition of Power Pino Solanas: 'None of Argentina's biggest problems will be fixed in four years' 03-12-2019 07:00 Newly confirmed ambassador to UNESCO speaks about his new role, the Frente de Todos coalition and the most urgent needs of Argentina. by Mariano Beldyk
UN NUCLEAR WATCHDOG New IAEA chief Rafael Grossi promises 'firm and fair' stance on Iran 02-12-2019 12:32 Incoming head of the United Nations' atomic watchdog agency says he will take a "firm and fair" approach toward inspections of Iran's nuclear facilities, and plans to visit Tehran in the near future.
NUCLEAR WATCHDOG Rafael Grossi takes charge of UN nuclear body 02-12-2019 07:43 Argentine diplomat will be confirmed as the new director general of the UN's nuclear watchdog the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Monday, with the growing crisis over Iran's nuclear programme at the top of his in-tray.
Chile Protests Chileans who lost eyes in protests demonstrate in capital 01-12-2019 20:54 Protesters to support people who have lost eyes to police shotgun pellets and tear gas canisters during mass demonstrations that have wracked the country.
Chile Protests Piñera on alleged abuses: Chilean government has 'nothing to hide' 06-11-2019 12:58 Demonstrations have shrunk in size, but protesters say it's not due to lack of commitment to the cause. Meanwhile, an investigation mounts against Chilean law enforcement for human rights abuses and the economy takes a hit.
JUDICIARY UN report asks Macri administration to explain judicial interventions 05-11-2019 12:42 Human rights branch of global organisation, led by former Chile president Michelle Bachelet, sends document to Foreign Ministry questioning controversial measures taken by Mauricio Macri's government. by Rodis Recalt
NEW IAEA CHIEF Iran says it hopes new UN nuclear chief Grossi will act 'neutrally' 31-10-2019 10:04 Just a day after his election, Tehran begins to apply pressure on Rafael Grossi, the veteran Argentine diplomat who has been tasked with leading the International Atomic Energy Agency.
IAEA IAEA Explainer: What is the International Atomic Energy Agency? 30-10-2019 11:43 Argentina's Rafael Mariano Grossi will lead the global agency tasked with steering the Iran nuclear deal.
IAEA Chief Grossi: 'The IAEA's work is the essence for international peace and security' 29-10-2019 14:48 A top priority for the new director general will be monitoring the implementation of the fragile Iran nuclear deal.
IAEA CHIEF Argentina's Rafael Mariano Grossi chosen to head UN nuclear agency 29-10-2019 08:41 Experienced Argentine diplomat chosen to head prestigious International Atomic Energy Agency. In his new role, Grossi will wade into some of the thorniest terrain in global relations.
Chile Protests Fresh protests, looting erupt in Chile despite new Cabinet 29-10-2019 08:21 Fresh protests and attacks on businesses erupted in Chile Monday despite President Sebastián Piñera's replacement of eight important Cabinet ministers with more centrist figures, and his attempts to assure the country that he had heard calls for greater equality and improved social services.
Chile Protests Estimated one million flood streets of Santiago as crisis continues 25-10-2019 20:27 Entering their second week, demonstrations against the Chilean government persist, growing in size and strength.
Chile Protests UN to probe abuses in Chile as strike continues 24-10-2019 23:44 Head of UN Human Rights Council and former Chilean president says the “verification mission” will “examine the allegations of human rights violations.”
GUEST VOICE Ciimate change: An unstoppable movement takes hold 19-10-2019 09:17 On the eve of the September UN Climate Action Summit, young women and men around the world mobilised by the millions and told global leaders: “You are failing us.” by UN Secretary General António Guterres
Bolsonaro under BRazil Human Rights Watch says Bolsonaro violates basic rights 17-10-2019 17:12 Global rights watchdog accuses Bolsonaro of undermining efforts against torture, green-lighting police violence, attacking environmental activists and encouraging logging in the Amazon.
HUMAN RIGHTS Despite objections, Venezuela wins seat on UN Human Rights Council 17-10-2019 16:48 Despite allegations of profound human rights abuses under President Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela receives one of two open seats on UN Human Rights Council set aside for Latin America.
UNITED NATIONS UN warns it may default on salaries by November 09-10-2019 11:35 Argentina among countries that have yet to pay their 2019 dues, says UN Secretary General António Guterres, as he warns of a cash crisis.
Colombia-Venezuela Colombian intelligence leader quits after UN false document scandal 30-09-2019 18:36 The head of the Colombian military intelligence resigned on Monday after President Iván Duque delivered a report from his office to the United Nations on the alleged presence of Colombian guerrillas in Venezuela.
Election 2019 The waiting game 28-09-2019 04:09 Executives in the private sector can barge their way into meetings and demand solutions. But politicians looking like lame ducks are waved back to the waiting room. by Martín Gambarotta
FROM A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE New dawns and tightropes: The IAEA and Argentina 28-09-2019 04:05 The vastly experienced Rafael Mariano Grossi, 58, Argentina’s ambassador to the IAEA who has held senior disarmament posts since 1997, is backed by the Americas from top to bottom. Respected by China, he also enjoys support from the Commonwealth countries and even some Europeans. by Michael Soltys
HUMAN RIGHTS UN votes to launch new probe into Venezuela rights abuses 27-09-2019 09:41 Resolution tabled by more than a dozen countries from Latin America, including Argentina,adopted by the 47-member council. It called for the UN's top rights body to "dispatch urgently an independent international fact-finding mission" to Venezuela.
UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY Macri defends multilateralism before world leaders at UN 24-09-2019 22:41 President reiterates Malvinas sovereignty demand and calls on members of the international community to tackle ongoing crisis in Venezuela and help Argentina bring perpetrators of AMIA bombing to justice
UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY Trump attacks globalism in address to UN General Assembly 24-09-2019 13:15 "The future does not belong to globalists. The future belongs to patriots," declares US president, as he tried to rally multinational response to Iran.
CLIMATE CHANGE Young climate activists file UN complaint against Argentina, four other nations 23-09-2019 17:33 Complaint by 16 young climate activists, led by Greta Thunberg, accuses Argentina, Brazil, France, Germany and Turkey of failing to uphold their obligations under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, signed 30 years ago.
UNITED NATIONS 'How dare you!' – Teen climate activist Greta Thunberg slams world leaders 23-09-2019 15:06 Thunberg, who travelled from Europe to New York for the summit on a zero-emissions sailboat, said she should be in school in her native Sweden rather than at the UN telling world leaders what to do to address climate change.