Latest developments
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The Fourth Committee adopted a total of 21 resolutions and one decision on decolonization during the General Assembly’s 78th session.
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The C-24 concluded its 2023 session and adopted 22 draft resolutions without a vote.
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The 2023 Pacific Regional Seminar was held in Indonesia from 24-26 May 2023.
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The Special Committee on Decolonization (C-24) held its 2023 opening session on 16 February 2023.
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The General Assembly adopted 21 resolutions and one decision on 12 December 2022.
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The Fourth International Decade for the Eradication of Colonialism (2021-2030) was declared by the General Assembly.
Women in the Territories: Highlights
- In 2022, Bermuda created a Gender Affairs Council to promote gender equality by advising the government on social, educational, economic, and legislative matters.
- Lourdes Leon Guerrero became the first woman governor of Guam in 2019. Also in Guam, ten women were serving as senators in the territory's 15-member legislature in 2019.
In the Spotlight
“Our work will continue as long as there remain Non-Self-Governing Territories on the list under the Committee’s purview.”
C-24 Chair Ambassador Menissa Rambally
at the opening session of the C-24
16 February 2023
16 February 2023
Secretary-General's message
“Strengthening ties with the Territories deepens understanding of their needs, builds vital momentum, and opens new opportunities for progress.”
Assistant Secretary-General Miroslav Jenča
on behalf of the UN Secretary-General
at the opening session of the C-24
16 February 2023