Bangladesh’s Foreign Affairs Adviser, Md. Touhid Hossain, has reassured the international community that the interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, is taking all necessary measures to protect its citizens, including Hindus, amidst concerns over alleged attacks on minorities. His comments come in response to recent reports and protests highlighting concerns about the situation in Bangladesh.
Results for: UNGA
Today’s world news is dominated by global events, including President Biden’s address at the UN General Assembly, Prime Minister Modi’s US visit, and a major corruption trial in Singapore. Meanwhile, two asteroids will safely pass by Earth, and the Supreme Court of India will hear petitions regarding a controversial teacher appointment case in West Bengal.
Dubai Cares has released a groundbreaking report advocating for the integration of climate action and education. The report, titled ‘Rewiring Education: The Climate-Education Nexus,’ provides a comprehensive roadmap to drive meaningful action at the climate-education nexus, offering practical solutions and concrete recommendations.
During a meeting with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas at the UN General Assembly, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep concern over the humanitarian situation in Gaza and reiterated India’s continued support for the Palestinian people. Modi emphasized India’s commitment to peace and stability in the region, advocating for a two-state solution.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a three-day visit to the United States, attending the Quad Leaders’ Summit, addressing the UN ‘Summit of the Future,’ and engaging in bilateral meetings with US President Biden and other key figures. He will also interact with the Indian diaspora and American business leaders, highlighting the strong India-US partnership.
Russia has confirmed that Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will not meet with his US counterpart Antony Blinken at the UN General Assembly in New York. Tensions between the two countries have escalated since Russia’s military offensive in Ukraine, and the US is considering whether to allow Ukraine to strike targets in Russia. Despite facing widespread sanctions and travel bans, Russia insists it is not isolated and has a busy agenda at the UNGA.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not address the annual debate at the United Nations General Assembly session this month, opting instead to focus on a major community event and the UN’s ‘Summit of the Future’. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will represent India at the General Debate, while Modi will attend a gathering of the Indian diaspora and participate in the ‘Summit of the Future’, which aims to forge a new global consensus on safeguarding the future.