UN remains paralyzed as rogue nations escalate war crimes

The United Nations continues to be virtually paralyzed – and remains politically impotent amidst two raging conflicts—as Russia and Israel keep defying the world body. The killings of civilians and the destruction of cities, particularly by Israel, are devastating and continue despite repeated warnings from the UN, its humanitarian agencies, the

UN GCNB celebrates Sustainability Day 2024

The United Nations Global Compact Network Bangladesh celebrated Sustainability Day 2024 on Wednesday at Hotel Westin Dhaka. The event, themed "Building Resilience: Advancing Sustainability," highlighted the crucial period in Bangladesh’s journey, as it navigates a shifting political landscape, adapts to evolving regulations, and prepares for graduation from the Least Developed Countries

Has the United Nations outlived its usefulness?

The United Nations, established in 1945 at the end of World War II, has sadly virtually outlived its usefulness as it commemorated its 79th anniversary due to its failure to reform itself and adjust to the new world order following the collapse of the Soviet Union, which is significantly different

UN’s Summit of the Future to Forge a New Path for Humanity

A major event at UN Headquarters – Summit of the Future scheduled for September 22-23– is being billed as a once in a generation opportunity for the international community to grapple with important questions, and forge a new path, for the benefit of all. Nudhara Yusuf, a Research Associate with the

UNSC’s veto undermines its pact to protect future generations

World leaders will gather at the United Nations on Sept. 22-23, 2024, where they are set to adopt the Pact for the Future – an ambitious plan for how to best reform the U.N., and other institutions, to address the current problems of the world and protect future generations. It couldn’t

UN’s five major leaders skip key summit

The United Nations, over the last year, has been relentlessly promoting the upcoming Summit of the Future – scheduled for September 22-23—as a landmark event. And rightly so. But, surprisingly, the provisional list of speakers, released early this week, reflects notable absentees for a high-level summit– the five permanent members (P5) of

79th UNGA: Yunus set to speak at biggest global platform

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus is set to leave for New York early Sunday to attend the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) which is seen as a big opportunity for him to share his government's economic plans, including what areas specifically the international community can be helpful in strengthening

War pushing Gaza to famine, UN warns

The Israel-Hamas war is pushing Gaza towards famine, the United Nations warned ahead of an expected Security Council vote Friday on a resolution to boost aid to the Palestinian territory but not call for a ceasefire. Separate diplomatic efforts were also underway for a fresh pause in the worst-ever Gaza war,