international organisation

It’s hoped the launch of the Pacific Academy of Sciences will lead to a stronger voice for Pacific science at both regional and global levels.

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A new UN doctrine was supposed prevent genocide and other atrocity crimes. It never worked.

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Despite persistent lobbying, experts say it’s unlikely India will gain permanent membership of the UN Security Council anytime soon for several reasons.

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The Summit of the Future gives the UN a chance to re-assess, possibly paving the way for reforms to be more representative and more effective.

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Barbados ranks first and the United States last in a new index ranking countries’ global cooperation.

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Progress on the UN Sustainable Development Goals has stagnated. This month’s summit aims to forge a new global consensus on how to secure our future.

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Long a regional laggard on climate action, Australia must convince Pacific leaders it’s serious about moving away from fossil fuels.

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As the world descends on Paris for the biggest show in sport, the question must be asked if the Olympic Games still hold the same currency in 2024.

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On its 75th anniversary, NATO is poised to address emerging global security issues, balancing expansion with the need for unity against rising threats.

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The Sino-Russian strategic relationship partly led to NATO’s creation, but Western leaders should avoid conflating ideological issues with strategic problems.

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Mark Rutte faces critical tests as he assumes NATO leadership, balancing internal cohesion and external pressures.

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