Nov 21, 2023, at 03:33 pm
The UN chief said on Monday that in the current conflict between Israeli forces and Palestinian militants in Gaza, the world is witnessing an "unparalleled and unprecendented" level of civilian death, compared to any other conflict since he became Secretary-General in 2017.
At UK’s AI Summit, Antonio Guterres says risks outweigh rewards without global oversight
Nov 03, 2023, at 03:39 pm
The UN Secretary-General on Thursday (November 2, 2023) stressed that global oversight of emerging artificial intelligence (AI) technology should be based on the UN Charter’s core principles and ensure full respect for human rights.
UN calls for global action to turn cities into engines of sustainable development
Nov 01, 2023, at 11:44 pm
Marking World Cities Day on Tuesday, the UN Secretary-General emphasised the vital role cities play in sustainable development as catalysts for economic growth and innovation.
Nov 01, 2023, at 11:41 pm
The UN chief on Tuesday said levels of aid allowed into the stricken Gaza Strip are “completely inadequate” to meet the rising needs of civilians trapped there amidst the intensifying fighting.
‘Stop the madness’ of climate change, UN chief Antonio Guterres declares
Oct 31, 2023, at 07:57 pm
UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday called on the world to “stop the madness” of climate change as he visited the Everest region in Nepal where melting glaciers are putting entire communities at risk of extinction.
Situation in Gaza ‘growing more desperate by the hour’, alerts UN chief Antonio Guterres
Oct 30, 2023, at 03:48 pm
UN Secretary-General António Guterres began his official visit to Nepal by extending deep condolences to the families of the 10 Nepalese students killed in the terror attacks by Hamas in Israel, and once again called for the protection of all civilians in Gaza, where, he said, “the situation is growing more desperate by the hour.”
Israel-Hamas conflict: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for immediate ceasefire
Oct 25, 2023, at 04:10 pm
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for an immediate ceasefire to 'ease epic suffering, make the delivery of aid easier and safer and facilitate the release of hostages', in the Gaza Strip.
Human right to food needs ‘massive investment’: Guterres
Oct 24, 2023, at 09:09 pm
With 735 million people going hungry last year and three billion unable to afford a healthy diet, the world is “going backwards on our goal of zero hunger by 2030”, the UN chief told the Committee on World Food Security on Monday.
From Cairo, Guterres appeals for ‘sustained’ humanitarian access to Gaza
Oct 20, 2023, at 11:01 pm
With essential supplies running out in Gaza, UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday appealed for humanitarian access to the besieged enclave.
Israel-Gaza conflict: UN chief Antonio Guterres urges ceasefire, says region ‘on the precipice’
Oct 19, 2023, at 12:09 am
UN chief António Guterres called on Wednesday for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the Middle East to ease the “epic human suffering” in the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Global leaders call for action to meet ambitious development boost
Oct 18, 2023, at 12:31 am
UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday called for increased action to deliver $500 billion a year in affordable, long-term financing to developing countries at the eighth World Investment Forum held in Abu Dhabi.
Oct 10, 2023, at 11:31 pm
The UN Secretary-General on Monday said that he recognized the legitimate grievances of the Palestinian people and the legitimate security concerns of Israel, but underlined his rejection of terrorist acts and upheld the need to protect civilians.
Haiti: Guterres welcomes decision to deploy multinational mission
Oct 04, 2023, at 08:52 pm
UN engagement with Haiti will continue ahead of the deployment of an international support mission backing beleaguered police who are fighting rampant gang violence, the UN chief’s Spokesperson told journalists on Tuesday.
‘Humanity has opened the gates to hell’ warns Guterres as climate coalition demands action
Sep 21, 2023, at 06:54 pm
“Horrendous heat is having horrendous effects”, the UN chief declared on Wednesday, as a broad global coalition of “movers and doers” politicians, business and civil society gathered in New York for the first ever Climate Ambition Summit.
‘Reform or rupture’ says Guterres, calling for multilateralism to be remade for the 21st century
Sep 20, 2023, at 05:37 pm
Secretary-General António Guterres on Tuesday warned the world is “becoming unhinged” and underscored the United Nations’ raison d'être, to resolve global crises during times of “maximum danger and minimum agreement.”
Empower youth to safeguard democracy: Guterres
Sep 16, 2023, at 09:36 pm
Societies must engage meaningfully with young people and empower them with the skills and education they need as the standard bearers of democratic principles, Secretary-General António Guterres said, commemorating the International Day of Democracy, on Friday.
Peace our ‘most fundamental job’, says Guterres
Sep 15, 2023, at 10:11 pm
Today “peace is under assault” across communities, countries and regions, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Wednesday, underscoring the need for global solidarity and mutual trust.
UNGA78: ‘Action is what the world needs’ - UN chief
Sep 15, 2023, at 09:56 pm
The UN Secretary-General had a clear message on Wednesday to world leaders arriving in New York next week: “This is not a time for posturing or positioning.”
Come together ‘for the common good’, UN chief urges G20 leaders
Sep 09, 2023, at 08:25 pm
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has arrived in New Delhi for the annual G20 summit with a “simple but urgent appeal” for world leaders in attendance: come together to solve humanity’s biggest challenges.
‘Act together’ for clean air, Guterres urges
Sep 08, 2023, at 10:34 pm
New York: Marking the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies on Thursday, UN Secretary-General António Guterres issued a powerful call for increased international cooperation to address the “global emergency” of worsening air pollution.
UN ready to assist people affected by deadly blaze in South Africa
Sep 02, 2023, at 09:01 pm
New York:UN Secretary-General António Guterres has underlined support for South Africa in the wake of the deadly fire in Johannesburg on Thursday which killed at least 74 people, including 12 children.
Coups only make crises worse: Guterres
Sep 01, 2023, at 10:51 pm
Highlighting the “succession of military coups” unfolding across Africa, UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday emphasized the need for durable democratic governance and the rule of law.
Guterres calls for end to ‘atrocious crime’ of enforced disappearances
Sep 01, 2023, at 08:40 pm
UN Secretary-General António Guterres marked Wednesday’s International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearance by condemning the “atrocious crime” and urging all Member States to hold those who perpetrate it accountable.
Antonio Guterres condemns assault against UN peacekeepers in Cyprus
Aug 21, 2023, at 12:51 am
The UN chief has condemned an assault on Friday by Turkish Cypriot security forces against ‘blue helmets’ serving with the peacekeeping force on the divided Mediterranean island.
UN welcomes release of five staff abducted last year in Yemen
Aug 12, 2023, at 09:24 pm
The United Nations on Friday welcomed the release of five of its security personnel in Yemen who had been held in captivity for more than a year.
Niger: Guterres concerned about health and safety of detained President
Aug 11, 2023, at 10:23 pm
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has voiced concern about the reported “deplorable living conditions” of the President of Niger in arbitrary detention, his spokesperson said in a note to journalists published on Wednesday evening.
Guterres warns against nuclear catastrophe risk in message to Nagasaki memorial
Aug 11, 2023, at 08:41 pm
UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for countries to recommit to eliminating nuclear weapons in his message to mark the 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing of the Japanese city of Nagasaki, observed on Wednesday.
Antonio Guterres strongly condemns suicide bombing in Pakistan
Aug 01, 2023, at 09:59 pm
New York: UN Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned the deadly suicide bombing at a political rally in northwest Pakistan on Sunday.
On 70th anniversary of Korean armistice, Guterres calls for renewed dialogue
Jul 29, 2023, at 12:14 am
New York: UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday highlighted the need for a “surge in diplomacy” in the Korean Peninsula, urging the two nations to resume talks towards a lasting peace.
Guterres condemns apparent coup attempt in Niger
Jul 28, 2023, at 09:55 pm
The UN Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned an attempted power grab in the West African nation of Niger, following reports that the democratically elected president is being held by some of his own guards inside his official residence.