International Narcotics Control Board launches Annual Report for 2021

This year, taking a detailed look at the far-reaching negative impacts of illicit financial flows related to drug trafficking and access to pain relief medication, particularly during humanitarian emergencies. Read more...

"Under the present circumstances, I must change my appeal:

President Putin, in the name of humanity, bring your troops back to Russia.

This conflict must stop now."

-- UN Secretary-General António Guterres on developments regarding Ukraine.

23 February 2022

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Importance of sustainable mountain development

In mountain regions, particularly in developing countries, poverty, food insecurity and environmental degradation are still increasing. More needs to be done to ensure the conservation and sustainable use of mountain ecosystems. More...