[RED DEMOCRATICA] Why water is now a security issue

 

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	March 25, 2013 | News covering the UN and the world Sign up  |  E-Mail this  |  Donate Why water is now a security issue Water doesn't abide by national boundaries, and countries must address the security aspects of this essential resource, says a United Nations report. "Few issues ... have the potential to create friction more than the management of water shared across international borders," says Jean Chretien, former prime minister of Canada. AlertNet/Reuters (3/22)      Ban denounces coup in Central African Republic  Post-2015 talks to focus on tax revenue  Central African Republic rebels seize power, oust president  Skip to a section:  United Nations | Health & Development | Peacekeeping and Security |  Great @undispatch piece on how budget cuts can severely threaten US global engagement http://ow.ly/jmK29 #sequestration" @UNFoundation "ADDtv released a fun, engaging PSA [on World Water Day], narrated by Matt Damon, which is chock-full of interesting and useful statistics. With a fresh, humorous take on clean water issues, the PSA is a call to action for individuals." UN Dispatch Ban denounces coup in Central African Republic United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon denounced the coup in the Central African Republic and called for constitutional order to be restored. Ban "is deeply concerned by reports of serious violations of human rights" and says that "those who are responsible for committing such violations will be held accountable," according to a spokesman. Reuters (3/24)      UN's Guterres: Syrian refugees need more aid from UAE groups United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Antonio Guterres has asked United Arab Emirates charities to increase assistance to Syrian refugees. "Efforts must continue to strengthen the coordination and joint planning of the different interventions, so as to direct resources where they are needed most urgently and will have the highest impact," he said. The National (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates) (3/25)      Group lauds UN human rights inquiry of North Korea The International Coalition to Stop Crimes Against Humanity in North Korea is praising the United Nations for investigating alleged human rights abuses in North Korea, write Jared Genser and Kristen Abrams. The inquiry could result in recommendations such as appointing a special representative on human rights and asking North Korea to allow humanitarian relief groups to enter the country, they write. The Wall Street Journal (3/22)      Other News UN to continue special rapporteur's watch on Myanmar Mizzima News (Myanmar) (3/25)      UN acknowledges Somalia's efforts on human rights Press TV (Iran) (3/23)      Post-2015 talks to focus on tax revenue Building tax bases and preventing tax evasion are two key areas for discussion at this week's post-2015 development talks in Indonesia. As aid slows, developing countries are turning to tax revenue to support programs. "A new global partnership for development post-2015 could realistically help developing countries raise tax revenues to 25% of GDP by 2030, while reducing the corporate tax gap by 20%," says Clare Coffey of ActionAid. The Guardian (London) (3/25)      Mozambique aims to improve HIV diagnosis The rate of HIV infections is stable in Mozambique, and the country and foundations are working to diminish the virus' impact, writes Lucy Lamble. Technologies are being tested to improve diagnoses of HIV in children younger than 18 months. The Guardian (London)/Poverty Matters Blog (3/21)      Other News Global Fund may boost funding to Myanmar Mizzima News (Myanmar) (3/23)      The evolution of the battle against malaria The Sacramento Bee (Calif.) (free registration) (3/23)      Column: USAID report shows agency's progress, areas to address Devex.com (3/23)      Obama proposes $200 million to Jordan for refugee aid Devex.com (3/25)      Central African Republic rebels seize power, oust president The Seleka rebel coalition took over the capital of the Central African Republic on Sunday, ousting the president and declaring a coup. A rebel leader said that a power-sharing government will be set up. Reuters (3/25), Reuters (3/23), AlertNet/Reuters (3/25)      Rebel leader's resignation could affect Western backing Syrian opposition leader Moaz Alkhatib resigned Sunday. He is considered a moderate and had offered Syrian President Bashar Assad a chance to leave office peacefully. Meanwhile, another rebel leaders was seriously injured in an assassination attempt, and reports of the death of Assad appeared unfounded. AlertNet (3/25), Reuters (3/25), Daily News (New York) (3/24)      Other News Musharraf looks for political comeback in Pakistani elections The Guardian (London) (3/24)      Militia fighter attack causes 35 deaths in DR Congo The Seattle Times/The Associated Press (3/24)      Top five news stories selected by UN Wire readers in the past week. UN's historic agreement to stop violence against women, girls (Google) UN Women's Bachelet to step down (ForeignPolicy.com/Turtle Bay blog) UN launches sanitation campaign on World Water Day (The Huffington Post) Worst of poverty may disappear in some countries (The Guardian (London)) Ban decries alleged use of chemical weapons in Syria (GlobalPost.com) Results based on number of times each story was clicked by readers. Position Title Company Name Location Operations Assistant, DC Office United Nations Foundation Washington, DC Officer, Online Communications, Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves United Nations Foundation Washington, DC Click here to view more job listings.   Get more involved: Follow the UN Foundation on Twitter Key Sites United Nations Secretary-General UN News Centre Key UN Bodies, Agencies, Funds and Programs UN Foundation UN Dispatch The Interdependent UN Radio News Service UN chief stresses need to protect and manage water UN Radio   This SmartBrief was created for eleccion@yahoogroups.com   Subscriber Tools       Update account information | Change e-mail address | Unsubscribe | Print friendly format | Web version | Search past news | Archive | Privacy policy Grab our News Widget Advertise With Us Caleb Tiller Executive Director, Communications and Public Affairs United Nations Foundation 1800 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Suite 400 Washington, DC 20036 202-887-9040 www.unfoundation.org   About UN WIRE UN Wire is a free service sponsored by the United Nations Foundation which is dedicated to supporting the United Nations' efforts to address the most pressing humanitarian, socioeconomic and environmental challenges facing the world today. 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