Press Articles and Opinion Pieces

The G20 Faces Three Big Tests

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve heard a lot about global solidarity. Unfortunately, words by themselves will not end the pandemic – or curb the impact of the climate crisis. 

A global model to tackle violence against women

As the world grapples unevenly with the effects of COVID-19, a parallel and equally horrific pandemic has threatened half the world’s population.  

Climate action for people and planet: the time is now

In this pivotal year for humanity, now is the time for bold climate action.

A crisis with a woman's face

As the world marks International Women’s Day in the midst of a global pandemic, one stark fact is clear: the COVID-19 crisis has a woman’s face.

Carbon neutrality by 2050: the world’s most urgent mission

As the world marks the fifth anniversary of the adoption of the landmark Paris Agreement on climate change, a promising movement for carbon neutrality is taking shape. 

75th Anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Time to end the nuclear menace

This month marks the 75th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, when humanity learned of the devastation a single nuclear bomb can unleash.  

Global wake-up call

From COVID-19 to climate disruption, from racial injustice to rising inequalities, we are a world in turmoil.

COVID-19 is unlikely to leave Africa unscathed

The African continent’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic has provided valuable lessons for the rest of the world in meeting this challenge.