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Multilateral Cooperation

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international-relations1 year ago

"US Condemns Russia's UN Meeting on Global Cooperation Amid Ukraine Conflict"

At a UN Security Council meeting led by Russia, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused the US of undermining global cooperation, a claim the US ambassador called hypocritical given Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The meeting, intended to discuss multilateral cooperation, saw strong condemnation from about 50 countries, including the US, for Russia's actions in Ukraine and its alleged hypocrisy. The US and UK representatives criticized Russia for violating the UN Charter and pursuing an unjust war, highlighting the broader implications for international peace and security.

international-relations2 years ago

"Exploring the UN's Fresh Approach to Peace: What's New?"

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has drafted a policy brief titled "A New Agenda for Peace," which outlines the future of multilateral security cooperation. The report addresses a wide range of topics, including peacekeeping missions, women's rights, climate change, and cyber-security. It emphasizes the need for inter-governmental engagement and diplomacy to address global challenges, while also highlighting the importance of conflict prevention, peacebuilding, and national infrastructures for peace. The report calls for greater attention to gender equality and the impact of climate change on peace and security. It suggests that the UN should adapt to facilitating international cooperation rather than leading it, and urges member states to take responsibility for establishing new frameworks to address urgent challenges.