World’s poor should not have to bear brunt of financial crisis – Assembly President
United Nations

Countries must work together in the face of the worst global economic crisis in decades to ensure that the world’s most vulnerable – who are the least responsible for the meltdown – do not bear the brunt of the turmoil, the President of the General Assembly said today. . >> more

Stronger Together: The United States and International Organizations
United Nations

It’s a particularly exciting time at the Department of State, with the wave of energy and initiative brought by a new Administration, a new Secretary of State, and a new Ambassador to the UN. >> more

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Liberia needs international aid to consolidate progress in reducing poverty, says Ban
United Nations

Liberia has made strides in slashing poverty, but significant challenges still remain in meeting security benchmarks for the West African nation, still recovering from a brutal 14-year-long civil war, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today. >> more