Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)
Lord West of Spithead was the UK’s first Security Minister and is a former First Sea Lord. In the latest Lord Speaker’s Corner, he told Lord McFall of Alcluith in October how many security issues have a long history.
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Source: United Nations (video statements)
Video message by António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, on World AIDS day.
This World AIDS Day reminds us that we have the power to transform lives and futures, and end the AIDS epidemic once and for all.
The progress we have made is undeniable.
Since 2010, new infections have fallen by 40 per cent.
AIDS-related deaths have declined by more than half.
And access to treatment is better than ever before.
But for many people around the world, the crisis continues.
Millions still lack access to HIV prevention and treatment services because of who they are,
where they live or the stigma they endure.
Meanwhile, reduced resources and services are putting lives at risk and threatening hard-won gains.
Ending AIDS means empowering communities, investing in prevention and expanding access to treatment for all people.
It means uniting innovation with action, and ensuring new tools like injectables reach more
people in need.
At every step, it means grounding our work in human rights to ensure no one is left behind.
Ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030 is within grasp.
Let’s get the job done.
Source: United Nations (video statements)
Shortly after the Security Council renewed the mandate of the peacekeeping mission in the Central Arican Republic, MINUSCA, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix travelled to Bangui to reaffirm the UN’s commitment to peace and stability in the country amid global financial challenges.
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
President Cyril Ramaphosa Addresses the Nation following the country’s Presidency of the G20 and successful hosting of the leader’s Summit in Johannesburg
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Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
Deputy President Paul Mashatile opening address on the occasion of the SADC Parliamentary forum, 58th plenary Assembly Session
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Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
Today we celebrate #StAndrewsDay, honouring Scotland’s patron saint. 🏴
Every St Andrew’s Day, the Saltire is flown in New Palace Yard.
The Palace of Westminster is decorated with symbols for all four nations of the UK, why not book a tour and see if you can spot them all? https://www.parliament.uk/visiting/visiting-and-tours/
Source: United Nations (video statements)
What makes Antarctica a global symbol of peace and cooperation?
The Antarctic Treaty was signed on December 1, 1959 by 12 nations to ensure Antarctica remains dedicated to peaceful purposes and international scientific cooperation.
Today, 58 countries are signatories to the Treaty — showing how global collaboration has expanded over decades.
Because of the Treaty, Antarctica is protected from military activity and open to shared scientific research, offering one of the world’s strongest examples of international cooperation for the benefit of all humankind.
The Antarctic Treaty is more than an agreement—it is a model for international cooperation.
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
The Patron of the Vincent Tshabalala Education Trust, Deputy President Paul Mashatile outlines the ojectives of the Trust.
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Source: United Nations (video statements)
Musician George Harrison of The Beatles visited the United Nations in New York on 20 December 1974. He met UN Secretary General Kurt Waldheim and briefed the press on his donation of proceeds from concerts to UNICEF.
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
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