COVID-19 cases drop for seventh week, but deaths fall less slowly
The number of new COVID-19 cases reported to the WHO has declined for seven weeks in a row, which is "the longest sequence of weekly declines during the pandemic so far".
UNCTAD Update: Ensuring a greener recovery
This week UNCTAD set the stage for the UN Trade Forum, scheduled for next week and focused on ensuring a greener recovery through trade. The second edition of the forum will shine a light on the actions needed for an inclusive and green recovery from the pandemic. Read more in , and .
Secretary-General launches Guidance on Behavioural Science
As the world comes together to recover from the pandemic, finding ways to accelerate progress towards the SDGs is more urgent than ever. Behavioural science is a powerful tool to achieve this.
Acknowledging Uniformed Gender Parity Target Achievers
Increasing womens full, equal and meaningful participation is a key priority for the Department of Peace Operations, however, the representation of women is still very low.
Foreign Minister of Maldives elected General Assembly President
The Secretary-General welcomed the election of Abdulla Shahid, Foreign Minister of the Maldives, as President-elect of the 76th session of the General Assembly.
Ant籀nio Guterres nominated by Security Council for second term
The Security Council has formally selected Secretary-General Ant籀nio Guterres as its nominee to serve a second five-year term in the UNs top job.
One blue helmet lost is one too many: UN peacekeeping chief
One peacekeeper lost continues to be one too many, USG for Peace operations said to the Security Council.
New thematic virtual UN tour focuses on Asia and the Pacific
Sign up for 'Focus on Asia and the Pacific Tour' for UN staff and delegates on 4 June to learn about the connection of this region with the UN and beyond.
Unity and Resilience: 75 years of global cooperation in Geneva
UN Geneva's Annual Report 2020 is available now.
Stand up against hate towards LGBTIQ+ people, say UN leaders
Let us work together for an inclusive world where everyone can live free and equal in dignity and rights, no matter who they are, where they live or whom they love, says the Secretary-General.