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United Nations special envoy Abdelilah al-Khatib has begun a fact-finding mission to Libya where violence and political turmoil have sparked a humanitarian emergency. The envoy plans to meet with officials and anti-government leaders in a bid to find a political resolution. Reuters (3/14)       - UN enjoys musical cultural exchange
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon joined diplomats from around the world at a violin performance by Indian musician Dr. L. Subramaniam at a special concert for the UN. Music, said Ban, is "one language where the nuances don't have to be interpreted." The Wall Street Journal (3/15)  - Groups complain over "Miral" viewing at UN
The American Jewish Committee and Anti-Defamation League joined with the Israeli delegation to the United Nations to protest the screening of "Miral" at the world body. The movie tells the story of a Palestinian girl living in the wake of Israel's 1948 war for independence. Los Angeles Times (3/15) - World mobilizes to aid Japan
 More than 91 countries and six international organizations are assisting the Japanese government in its response to the trio of disasters -- a magnitude 8.9 earthquake, a resulting tsunami and, now, the threat of radiation contamination -- in the northeastern part of the country. Aid agencies are providing food, water, temporary shelter and clothing to the thousands of stranded victims, while others are helping in the search and rescue of survivors, as well as the removal of the dead.  CNN (3/15), PBS/NewsHour (3/14), Los Angeles Times (3/14) - World is on the verge of a new food crisis, UN warns
The depletion of global stocks of cereals, coupled with the rise in oil prices, is increasing the risk that the world will face a food crisis similar to that which struck developing countries several years ago, Jacques Diouf, the head of the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization, said Monday. "For years, we have warned that what is needed is more productivity and investment in agriculture," he said. AlertNet/Reuters (3/14) - Nuclear power in the spotlight
Public health warnings and crippled nuclear reactors in Japan after last week's deadly earthquake and tsunami are raising concerns over reliance on nuclear power -- which constitutes 14% of the world's electricity supply. Governments around the world are reviewing safety precautions, and most observers expect the crisis to boost interest in renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. ForeignPolicy.com/Stephen M. Walt blog (3/14), Google/Agence France-Presse (3/14) - U.S. seeks to delay Aristide's return
The two candidates vying for the presidency of Haiti say they are not particularly concerned about the imminent return of exiled former President Jean-Bertrand Aristide. The U.S. State Department has urged Aristide to postpone his arrival until after the election slated for March 20, suggesting that his presence could be disruptive. Google/The Associated Press (3/14), BBC (3/14) - UN debates Libya no-fly zone
The UN Security Council continued to debate the efficacy of a no-fly zone over Libya as forces loyal to the country's embattled leader Moammar Gadhafi continued to retake positions held by rebels after the recent popular uprising. The Arab League, Britain and France are backing a no-fly zone to prevent the aerial bombardment of rebels, lamenting the lack of urgency while Russia and China, as well as the United States, continue to express reservations. Al-Jazeera (3/14), The Wall Street Journal (3/15), CNN (3/14) - Tribes defecting from Gadhafi fold as fighting rages on
Support for Moammar Gadhafi is swiftly eroding among the tribes upon whose alliances he built his four-decade dictatorship, exposing a potential weakness in what once was a strength. Heavy fighting continued between the military and rebel forces in the oil town of Brega, while a UN envoy sought immediate humanitarian access and an end to the regime's violent crackdown on the popular revolt. The New York Times (free registration) (3/14), BBC (3/15)  | |  | | | | | | Collaboration and Partnering, Advisor | World Vision International | TBD, United Kingdom | | Advocacy Manager, Global Vaccines Campaign | United Nations Foundations | Washington DC, DC | | Associate Director, Outreach and Events | United Nations Foundations | Washington DC, DC | | Administrative Assistant, Nothing But Nets | United Nations Foundations | Washington DC, DC | | Regional Leader, East Asia | World Vision International | Bangkok, Thailand | | | |  | |  |
- The UN is helping Japan and the Pacific
The earthquake and tsunami in Japan remind us that the UN stands ready to provide relief after natural disasters around the world. Currently OCHA is helping to coordinate the search and rescue efforts and the IAEA is monitoring the nuclear reactor situation and providing regular updates. Visit the UN Foundation homepage and our Facebook page to monitor the latest news about the situation, and the UN's response. |
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