While the extension does not alter the mission’s transition deadline, it does buy the Security Council more time to grapple with the big political questions.
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Understanding the tactics states engage in at the UN to resist recognizing and legitimizing LGBTI organizations can help determine ways to counter them.
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HLPF and the Climate Action Summit are important opportunities to seriously assess the work being done to address climate risks, and to underscore the connection of SDG 13 with the entire 2030 Agenda.
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Taking into consideration the spirit of the March Security Council resolution and an evaluation of the state of MONUSCO makes clear the need for a controlled and sound plan for the mission’s exit from the DRC.
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Progress at the UN in advancing support for and protections of the rights of LGBTI people has not come without challenges.
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In light of its mandate, the extent to which the United Nations Security Council can or should take steps on climate-related peace and security issues is an increasingly urgent question.
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The HLPF and SDG Summit are an opportune time to build on progress and to remind governments of their human rights commitments.
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It’s likely that new partnerships, particularly those which bring business to the table, will be central to delivering the promise of the SDGs.
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The transitional justice tribunal might have survived this first challenge, but it came out bruised, especially in the court of public opinion.
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Advancing peace and safety for all peoples is our collective responsibility. We have the evidence to make the world more safe.
