Antonio Guterres

UN chief lauds Dominica’s vision to become first climate-resilient nation after recent devastation

The category-5 storm made landfall on 18 September, thrashing the country with extreme winds and rain. It left people without electricity and water, destroyed homes and health clinics and isolated communities on the mountainous island.

2018-04-22T11:50:00-04:0009 Oct 2017|Goal 13: Climate Action, News, Secretary-General|

Faced with ‘clear science, real threats,’ countries must remain committed to Paris climate deal

“We are dealing with scientific facts, not politics. And the facts are clear. Climate change is a direct threat in itself, and a multiplier of many other threats,” UN Secretary-General António Guterres told a General Assembly High-Level action event.

2018-04-22T11:54:14-04:0023 Mar 2017|Goal 13: Climate Action, News, Secretary-General|

Guterres highlights importance of recognizing the links between peace and sustainable development

“We need a global response that addresses the root causes of conflict, and integrates peace, sustainable development and human rights in a holistic way – from conception to execution,” Mr. Guterres told a UN General Assembly high-level dialogue.

2018-04-22T11:54:41-04:0024 Jan 2017|Goal 16: Peace and justice, News, Secretary-General|

At Davos forum, UN chief Guterres calls businesses ‘best allies’ to curb climate change, poverty

The Secretary-General said he was particularly interested in the “alignment of the core business of the private sector with the strategic goals of the international community.”

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