Jul 24, 2015
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United Nations, New York, USA, July 24 2015 – General Assembly marked Nelson Mandela International Day (18 July) with an informal meeting, including the award of the first-ever UN Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Prize, recognizing the South African leader’s contributions to democracy, justice and reconciliation and his dedication to the service of humanity. The two laureates, Helena Ndume of Namibia and Jorge Fernando Branco Sampaio of Portugal, attended the meeting to receive the Prize. On the Photo: Dr. Ndume, Jesse Jackson, Ruhakana Rugunda Credit: Luiz Rampelotto/EuropaNewswire The United Nations General Assembly Friday marked Nelson Mandela International Day – which is observed [Read More]
Jun 22, 2015
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United Nations, New York, USA, June 21 2015 – The International Day of Yoga is being celebrated around the World today following recognition by the United Nations General Assembly of the holistic benefits of the ancient Indian practice and its inherent compatibility with the principles and values of the UN. On the Photo: SG Ban Ki Moon and Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii Credit: Luiz Rampelotto/EuropaNewswire I am delighted to welcome all of you here today. Welcome also to those joining our celebration over in Times Square, in India and across the world via webcast — and to those watching live [Read More]
Apr 23, 2015
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United Nations, New York, USA, April 22 2015 – General Assembly high-level debate on Promoting Religion Tolerance and Reconciliation: Fostering Peaceful, Inclusive Societies and Countering Violent Extremism. On the Photo: Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, Sam Kutesa, Ban Ki-moon, Rabbi Arthur Schneier, John Olorunfemi Onaiyekan, Roman Catholic, Cardinal, Archbishop, Abuja, Samdech Tep Vong, Supreme Patriarch of Cambodia, Reverend Lee Stoneking, Photo by: Luiz Rampelotto/EuropaNewswire UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said terrorists are misusing religion, and said good government was the remedy. “Missiles may kill terrorists, but I’m convinced that good governance is what will kill terrorism. That is why I urge you to [Read More]