Tae-yul Cho, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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First Right of Reply by Japan at the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
Every year, world leaders gather to engage in the high-level General Debate. This year’s theme is “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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First Right of Reply by the Islamic Republic of Iran at the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
Every year, world leaders gather to engage in the high-level General Debate. This year’s theme is “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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Rashid Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkmenistan, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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They are the flies on the wall documenting UN history through photos. In this fifth episode of UNGA 79 Backstage, UN Video goes behind the scenes with the News and Media Division’s Photo Unit to witness history being made. The UN Photo professional photographers offer daily coverage of meeting and events taking place at United Nations Headquarters, as well as coverage of UN Secretary-General, major activities, credentials of Member States, photo opportunities and official studio portraits. UN Photo liaises with UN offices away from headquarters, UN family organizations and peacekeeping operations, selecting photographs illustrating the work of those entities to be incorporated into the Digital Assets Management System containing the photographic history of the Organization.
Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Australia, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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Alva Romanus Baptiste, Minister for External Affairs, International Trade, Civil Aviation and Diaspora Affairs of Saint Lucia, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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Kamina Johnson Smith, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of Jamaica, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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Hamza Abdi Barre, Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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Christian Ntsay, Prime Minister and Head of Government of the Republic of Madagascar, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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Filip Ivanovic, Deputy Prime Minister for Foreign and European Affairs of Montenegro, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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Youth Advocate Caleb Brathwaite speaks up for youth rights on a panel with the UN Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres. Brathwaite represents children and youth from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and the complex challenges they face.
Environmentalists say today’s decision to reduce an orange roughy catch limit is simply the ‘bare minimum’ for the troubled fishery and are calling on the government to ban bottom trawling on seamounts so that populations of the deep sea fish can rebuild.
Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones has decided to cut the total catch limit for a declining orange roughy stock in the Tasman Sea by 1,221 tonnes (57%). But the Deep Sea Conservation Coalition (DSCC) points out the modelling used to inform the Minister’s decision shows the stock is already below the level we’ve agreed to internationally (1) and none of the options put to the Minister by his officials would see any recovery in the next five years. (2)
The decisionwas gazetted on Fridayand an announcement is expected today, ahead of the October 1 start of the fishing year.DSCC spokesperson Karli Thomas says the cut is only just enough to stop the decline of a fishery that’s already in a dire state and does nothing to protect the seamounts that orange roughy – and other deep sea creatures like corals and sponges – rely on.
“The orange roughy fishery is one of the worst in Aotearoa, responsible for more than half the destruction of protected deep-sea corals. The government’s decision today leaves the fish itself – which can live for over 200 years – in serious trouble,” says Thomas.
“The Minister has chosen to do the bare minimum, just enough to stop the decline, not enough to allow the stock to recover, and nothing at all to address the huge damage caused by bottom trawling on seamounts.”
The stock assessment is based on survey data more than a decade old (2013) despite more recent stock surveys being carried out in 2018 and 2023. If the recent data is included, the stock could already be as low as 16% of its original population size.
Greenpeace oceans campaigner Juan Parada says: “If the New Zealand fishing industry had stopped bottom trawling seamounts decades ago, the orange roughy fishery would not be in the diminished state it is today. Trawling the very seamounts where orange roughy go to breed and rebuild their numbers is a reckless way to run a fishery.”
“New Zealand is the only country still bottom trawling in the South Pacific high seas, and that’s embarrassing. New Zealand should be moving away from this kind of archaic practice that does so much damage to ocean life,” says Parada.
This fishery is under shared management with the South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (SPRFMO), which has a management target of keeping this orange roughy population at or above 40% of its original level over the next five years. It’s already below that level, and Minister Jones is allowing catches that will prevent any recovery in that timeframe.
“The Minister is out of touch with New Zealanders on this one, close to 100,000 people have signed a joint petition calling for trawling on seamounts to end” said Parada from Greenpeace Aotearoa.
“It’s time the government listened and protected biodiversity hot spots like seamounts so the ocean, and orange roughy can recover.”
SPRFMO starts its annual scientific committee meeting today in Lima, Peru. New Zealand’s orange roughy stock assessment is on the agenda, and the committee will advise on how much, if any, orange roughy can be taken from the part of this population in international waters. That will ultimately be decided at the SPRFMO annual meeting in February 2025. New Zealand is the only country still bottom trawling in the SPRFMO area.
“Eyes at this international meeting are going to be on New Zealand, which is not only trying to walk back on science – discussed and agreed last year – that would have seen additional areas closed to bottom trawling to protect deep-sea life, it’s also going to have to explain a fishery in decline and a catch limit too high for it to recover,” concluded Thomas, from the DSCC.
Notes(1) Under the South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (SPRFMO) Conservation and Management MeasureCMM 03a-2023, which specifies that this Tasman Sea stock will be managed at or above 40% of its original biomass for the next five years.
(2) Table 1 of theMPI discussion document on ORH 7Aset out the modelled population level under the four options under consideration. Only one option was predicted to halt the decline in the stock, none of the options were predicted to allow any stock recovery in the next five years.
Terrance Micheal Drew, Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, National Security and Immigration, Health, and Social Security of Saint Kitts and Nevis, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão, Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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Comments to the media by Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on The Situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian Question, following the 9734th meeting of the Security Council.
Siaosi ‘Ofakivahafolau Sovaleni, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Tonga, addresses the General Debate of the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 24 – 30 September 2024).
World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, “Unity and diversity for advancing peace, sustainable development, and human dignity, everywhere and for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.
General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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Source: The White House
My heart goes out to everyone impacted by the devastation unleashed by Hurricane Helene. Doug and I are thinking of those who tragically lost their lives and we are keeping all those who loved them in our prayers during the difficult days ahead.
President Biden and I remain committed to ensuring that no community or state has to respond to this disaster alone. Federal personnel are on the ground to support families that have been impacted so that critical resources like food, water, and generators are available. We have also approved emergency declarations for Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee – making resources and funding available to maximize our coordinated response efforts at the local, state, and federal levels. As we continue to respond and as communities recover, our administration will remain in constant contact with state and local officials. I have been briefed by FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and will continue to receive regular updates.
The Hon Amanda Rishworth MP Minister for Social Services Member for Kingston
The Hon Bill Shorten MP Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme Minister for Government Services Member for Maribyrnong
Ambassadors for the 2024 International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) have officially been confirmed.
A total of eight Australians with a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences with disability have been chosen to champion IDPWD and disability inclusion in Australia.
IDPwD is a United Nations observed day held annually on 3 December, aimed at raising understanding and acceptance of people with disability.
More than one in five Australians – or 5.5 million people – identify as having a disability.
Minister for Social Services Amanda Rishworth said this year’s Ambassadors were a genuine reflection of the diversity of people with disability in Australia.
“Our Ambassadors provide different perspectives of what it means to be a person with disability, and this is why the Ambassador program is so important,” Minister Rishworth said.
“This year’s Ambassadors particularly highlight how disability can intersect with other factors such as age, gender identity, sexual orientation and cultural background.
“Intersectionality can compound discrimination experienced by people with disability, which is why there is no one-size fits all approach to disability matters.”
Building on the example set by previous year’s Ambassadors, the 2024 IDPwD Ambassadors will work to elevate the voices and experiences of people with disability to play a part in shifting attitudes about disability.
“We hope to dismantle stereotypes and challenge misconceptions by providing a platform for people with disability to stand up as influential voices for the disability community,” Minister Rishworth said.
“We also know that for young people, particularly young people with disability, that honest, accurate representation is crucial in helping to establish their own unique sense of identity.”
The Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme and Government Services, Bill Shorten, said this year’s ambassadors reflect the rich and diverse disability communities within Australia.
“The passions and purpose which drive our incredible IDPwD representatives show the important contributions people with disability make to our country.
“We must continue to support people with disability in positions of leadership and representation, to ensure all voices and lived experience are heard. We have worked hard to do this with reforming the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) so that it is sustainable and thriving for future generations.”
The Albanese Labor Government is committed progressing change under Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031, which is a commitment by all levels of government to drive inclusion of people with disability across all aspects of society.
This is being demonstrated across multiple portfolios, from introducing the Disability Services and Inclusion Act at the beginning of this year and boosting funding for individual and systemic disability advocacy to uphold the rights of people with disability, to investing in our Paralympians, improving accessibility and inclusion at live music events, and creating new aviation specific disability standards.
The IDPwD 2024 Ambassadors are:
Uncle Paul Constable-Calcott, an artist and disability advocate who uses his art to share his journey as a gay First Nations man living with disability in urban Australia. Uncle Paul works closely within the community, such as coordinating exhibitions and leading initiatives like the NunnaRon Art Group for artists with disability.
Marcus Dadd, a farmer from Mudgee, NSW, Australian National University Environmental Science and Agriculture graduate with honours (focusing on sustainable beef production) and disability advocate. He is currently working on a large cattle station in the Northern Territory. Marcus is passionate about inclusivity, sustainability and incorporating climate-positive practices into agriculture.
Khadija Gbla, a renowned award-winning intuitive speaker, human rights activist and compassionate thought leader. Born in Sierra Leone, Khadija came to Australia as a refugee at the age of 13. Khadija is determined to build a more inclusive, culturally aware, safe and accepting society no matter our differences through heart-centredness.
Hayden Moon, a dancer, writer, and passionate advocate for LGBTQIA+, First Nations and disability issues. Hayden has written extensively on his experiences through various publications, including a chapter in “Nothing to Hide – Voices of Trans and Gender Diverse Australia.”
Sara Shams, a disability advocate, model, speaker, and healthcare professional. She is passionate about establishing equal opportunities, creating inclusive environments, and increasing the representation of people with disabilities, particularly from diverse cultural backgrounds. Sara advocates for an intersectional approach to inclusion, recognising the unique challenges faced by individuals at the intersection of race, disability, and other marginalised identities. As a modelling inclusion ambassador, she works with the fashion and media industries to amplify diversity and ensure authentic representation of all disabled communities.
Cooper Smith, is a DJ and music producer with cerebral palsy who communicates through his music. Cooper works to champion diversity and inclusion in the music industry and has performed at a wide range of live events, including the 2023 Ability Fest and 2024 Australian Open. Cooper visits primary schools and high schools to talk with students about disability and inclusion across all areas of life. He loves music, fitness and dreams of modelling more.
Sean Skeels and Marley Whatarau, best friends who have bonded through dancing and making cooking videos together. They have gained popularity on Instagram and TikTok through their “Get Down with Sean and Marley’ videos. Last year they received the TikTok Good Award, which recognises creators who strive to create positive change in their communities.
Minister Rishworth congratulates this year’s Ambassadors and is looking forward to recognising the IDPWD with them on 3 December.
For further information about IDPwD, and how to get involved please visit www.idpwd.com.au.
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
Diverse international products attract visitors at 21st China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning
Updated: September 29, 2024 07:30Xinhua
A visitor buys products from Yemen during the 21st China-ASEAN Expo at Nanning International Convention and Exhibition Center in Nanning, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Sept. 28, 2024. Products from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries, such as durians, cookies and rosewood, as well as those from other countries including Russian sausages and Peruvian alpaca-fur stuffed toys have enjoyed popularity at the 21st China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning. [Photo/Xinhua]A staff member (1st L) introduces products from Nepal during the 21st China-ASEAN Expo at Nanning International Convention and Exhibition Center in Nanning, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Sept. 28, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]Visitors buy cookies from Vietnam during the 21st China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Sept. 28, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]Visitors buy products from Thailand during the 21st China-ASEAN Expo at Nanning International Convention and Exhibition Center in Nanning, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Sept. 28, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]Visitors buy products at the Belt and Road International Pavilion during the 21st China-ASEAN Expo at Nanning International Convention and Exhibition Center in Nanning, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Sept. 28, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]Peruvian alpaca-fur stuffed toys are on display during the 21st China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Sept. 28, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]Visitors buy Malaysian durians during the 21st China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Sept. 28, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]Visitors buy products at Vietnam Pavilion during the 21st China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Sept. 28, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]A girl tries Australian chocolate products at the Belt and Road International Pavilion during the 21st China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Sept. 28, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
NANNING, Sept. 28 — The 21st China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO), which has drawn a record number of 3,300 exhibitors, concluded Saturday in Nanning, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
The expo featured 3,300 exhibitors, with 2,004 participating in the main exhibition area in Nanning. Among them were 740 enterprises from ASEAN countries, according to Wei Zhaohui, secretary-general of the CAEXPO Secretariat.
A new section was introduced this year to highlight strategic emerging industries, showcasing the latest developments and technologies in fields such as digital technology, new energy and intelligent connected vehicles.
This year’s expo saw the signing of 109 projects, with 69 percent of them focused on manufacturing. These projects involved key sectors such as new chemical materials, new energy and energy storage, non-ferrous metals and machinery and equipment, as well as emerging industries including low-carbon polymer materials and high-end semiconductor chemical materials.
Since its inception in 2004, CAEXPO has actively built a platform for ASEAN enterprises to enter the Chinese market. The 22nd CAEXPO is tentatively scheduled for Sept. 17 to 21, 2025, with Myanmar as the country of honor.
he Secretary-General met with H.E. Mr. Jeyhun Aziz oglu Bayramov, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
They discussed the cooperation between the United Nations and Azerbaijan in the context of Azerbaijan’s Presidency of COP29, including the finalization of a new climate finance goal.
They also exchanged views on the progress of the talks on the peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and demining.
The Secretary-General met with H.E. Mr. Rashid Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The Secretary-General appreciated Turkmenistan’s policy of permanent neutrality and commended Turkmenistan for its efforts to eliminate statelessness. They exchanged views on furthering cooperation between the United Nations and Turkmenistan, as well as regional peace and security issues, including Afghanistan.
The Secretary-General met with H.E. Mr. Maris Sangiampongsa, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand. The Secretary-General welcomed the close cooperation between Thailand and the United Nations. The Secretary-General and the Foreign Minister discussed the implementation of the Pact for the Future and regional issues, including the situation in Myanmar.
ATLANTA – There are many ways to help those affected by Hurricane Helene across the Southeast. Here are some of the organizations providing support to people who experienced loss from the storm:
Additionally, National VOAD members and partners are assisting communities in need. National VOAD members and partners will serve these communities as long as necessary. There is no request for donations outside of cash. do not send unsolicited donated goods, and please do not self-deploy.
Headline: FEMA and Partners Respond to Hurricane Helene Across the Southeast
FEMA and Partners Respond to Hurricane Helene Across the Southeast
WASHINGTON — Across the Southeast, FEMA is working closely with federal, state, tribal and local officials to coordinate and respond to the impacts of Hurricane Helene.
Anticipating the need for additional federal resources, the Biden-Harris Administration granted emergency declarations for Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Tennessee to assist these states with preparation and response efforts in the immediate aftermath of the storm.
FEMA’s National Response Coordination Center in Washington, D.C. and the Regional Response Coordination Center in Atlanta are activated 24-hours to coordinate moving personnel, commodities and response assets as needed.
Summary of additional efforts to date:
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and Region 4 Administrator Robert Samaan are assessing damaged areas with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other state officials.
More than 3,200 FEMA staff and federal partners are deployed and assisting with Hurricane Helene response.
Search and Rescue Teams and swift water rescue assets are continuing life-saving missions in Florida, Georgia and North Carolina, completing more than 600 rescues so far. Additional teams are deployed to South Carolina and Tennessee to assist state response efforts.
FEMA teams are embedded with state and local partners at Emergency Operation Centers to facilitate requests for federal support.
Dekle Beach, Fla. – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Kevin Guthrie and FEMA Region 4 Administrator Robert Samaan tour damage and discuss ongoing response operations for Hurricane Helene in Florida. (FEMA photos by Kirk Hanlin, Jaclyn Rothenberg)
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Dekle Beach, Fla. – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Kevin Guthrie and FEMA Region 4 Administrator Robert Samaan tour damage and discuss ongoing response operations for Hurricane Helene in Florida. (FEMA photos by Kirk Hanlin, Jaclyn Rothenberg)
Haywood County, NC– Massachusetts Task Force 1 is working alongside federal, state, and local agencies to conduct urban search and rescue operations near Haywood County, NC. On September 27, members of MA-TF1 made successful rescues of two people and multiple pets during search and rescue operations in active flood areas. (Photo Credit: Scott McGuire, MA-TF1)
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Haywood County, NC– Massachusetts Task Force 1 is working alongside federal, state, and local agencies to conduct urban search and rescue operations near Haywood County, NC. On September 27, members of MA-TF1 made successful rescues of two people and multiple pets during search and rescue operations in active flood areas. (Photo Credit: Scott McGuire, MA-TF1)
There is widespread flooding and landslides across Nepal. Heavy rain may further impact local infrastructure and disruptions to transport and other essential services could occur. If you’re in the affected areas, check the media for updates and follow the instructions of local authorities (see ‘Safety’).
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
Operation Archer was previously deployed in Alice Springs early August 2024 to provide an immediate response to stolen motor vehicle crimes. Operation Archer was recommenced yesterday to support frontline police and Strike Force Viper investigators with additional capability to stop high risk property crime involving stolen motor vehicles and resulting attacks on police.
Operation Archer personnel responded to two instances of stolen motor vehicle crime in Alice Springs overnight.
The first instance, at 4:15pm on Saturday, was reports of a vehicle stolen during a burglary in East Side and later driven dangerously in the CBD prior to being dumped after 10:30pm. During the driving in the CBD the occupants of the stolen motor vehicle threw rocks at police and other frontline workers, damaging vehicles but not injuring officers or workers.
The second instance, at 1:30am this morning, was reports a security guard was robbed of his car keys at knife point near the Olive Pink Botanical Gardens. This stolen motor vehicle again returned to the CBD and drove dangerously. Operation Archer personnel pursued the vehicle onto a dirt track where it attempted to evade police and throw projectiles including fireworks at officers.
This stolen motor vehicle was successfully apprehended when it slowed on the dirt track and the occupants fled into the bush. All seven children, aged 15, 14, 13, 13, 12, 12, and 11 were arrested at the scene. All children remain in police custody this morning, except the 11-year-old who was released into the care of a responsible adult.
Strike Force Viper are leading investigations and police urge anyone with information to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference NTP2400097558. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
Commander James Gray-Spence said “Operation Archer will continue in Alice Springs, both investigating overnight offences and also generating significant proactive activity, targeting an established list of wanted offenders.
“Operation Archer demonstrates our steadfast commitment to reduce all crime with coordinated responses using all available frontline, investigative and specialist capabilities.
“Thank you to police and frontline workers who deploy each and every night in Alice Springs responding to significant incidents. Your dedicated team work keeping Alice Springs safe is appreciated by everyone in the community.”
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
Explore ceramic-making techniques in Liling of central China’s Hunan
Updated: September 29, 2024 08:05Xinhua
Tourists visit a ceramics low-price shopping area in Liling City, central China’s Hunan Province, Sept. 26, 2024. Liling of Hunan Province boasts a long history of ceramic production. The city now has more than 650 ceramic production enterprises and nearly 200,000 related employees. In recent years, local ceramic production enterprises have intensified their efforts to improve the making techniques. Some of them have also organized ceramics making experience activities and low-price shopping areas to attract tourists. In the first half of 2024, Liling has received over 4.3 million tourists, with a year-on-year increase of 51.34 percent. [Photo/Xinhua]Children take part in a ceramics making course in Liling City, central China’s Hunan Province, Sept. 27, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]Tourists visit a ceramics low-price shopping area in Liling City, central China’s Hunan Province, Sept. 26, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]Tourists visit a ceramics museum in Liling City, central China’s Hunan Province, Sept. 27, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]Workers make ceramics at a company in Liling City, central China’s Hunan Province, Sept. 27, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]This photo taken on Sept. 26, 2024 shows a view of China ceramics valley in Liling City, central China’s Hunan Province. [Photo/Xinhua]Chen Li, an intangible cultural heritage inheritor, makes a ceramic ware in Liling City, central China’s Hunan Province, Sept. 27, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]An aerial drone photo taken on Sept. 27, 2024 shows a view of China ceramics valley in Liling City, central China’s Hunan Province. [Photo/Xinhua]
The Albanese Labor Government continues to activate the future of the Molonglo Valley – with the National Capital Plan amended to reclassify this district as Canberra’s sixth town centre.
The amendment paves the way for future development in this region, from commercial to community facilities – ensuring that as the Molonglo community grows, infrastructure and services keep pace.
As part of this, the Albanese and ACT Labor Governments have committed to working together to deliver a new community centre in Molonglo, along with upgrades to local streets, parks and green space.
This commitment builds on work already underway and jointly funded by the Albanese and ACT Labor Governments.
This includes the $225 million construction of the Molonglo River Bridge and upgrades to John Gorton Drive, which will significantly enhance access to the growing Molonglo region.
The reclassification of Molonglo under the National Capital Plan follows stakeholder and public consultation in May and June – and recognises that the projected population of Molonglo will increase demand on local services and amenities.
Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Territories, Kristy McBain MP:
“More people are calling the Molonglo home, with the population expected to reach around 70,000 by 2050.
“That’s why we’ve made this amendment – paving the way for the development of infrastructure and services this growing community will need in their own backyard.
“The Albanese Government is committed to working with the ACT Labor Government to boost the liveability of the Molonglo, investing in projects that will support local jobs and stimulate the local economy.”
Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Bean, David Smith MP:
“The Molonglo is a great place to live and work – which is why the Albanese Government is unlocking its potential and committing to its future.
“This is one of the fastest-growing parts of the ACT, which is why we’ll continue to work with the ACT Labor Government to deliver infrastructure and services for this flourishing area.”