Press Releases

January 7, 2003
SG/SM/8577
Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy for Western Sahara to Visit Region, 14-17 January
January 7, 2003
SG/SM/8576
Secretary-General, Saddened by Death of ’Great ’Statesman Lord Jenkins, Praises Vision, Integrity, Commitment to European Cause
January 7, 2003
SG/M/8575
Secretary-General Strongly Condemns Tel Aviv Suicide Bombing, Says Violence Cannot Solve Israeli-palestinian Conflict
January 10, 2003
UNIS/CP/424
Corruption Convention Moves Forward
January 10, 2003
SC/7628
Press Statement on Iraq by Security Council President
January 10, 2003
SC/7627
Chairpersons and Vice-Chairpersons of Security Council Sanctions Committees Elected for 2003
January 13, 2003
SG/A/826
Major-General Franciszek G?gor of Poland Appointed Force Commander in United Nations Iraq-kuwait Observation Mission
January 13, 2003
UNIS/BIO/660
New Permanent Representative of Albania Presents Credentials
January 13, 2003
SG/SM/8578
Secretary-General Urges Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to Reconsider Withdrawal from Nuclear Non-proliferation Treaty
January 13, 2003
SG/A/827
Kiran Bedi of India Appointed Civilian Police Adviser in Department of Peacekeeping Operation
January 13, 2003
SC/7629
Press Statement by Security Council President on Sierra Leone
January 13, 2003
ORG/1371
Membership of Principal United Nations Organs in 2003
January 14, 2003
SG/SM/8579
Secretary-General Voices Extreme Concern at Level of Violence, Growing Casualties in Israeli-palestinian Conflict
January 15, 2003
SG/SM/8581
Transcript of Press Conference by Secretary-General Kofi Annan at United Nations Headquarters, 14 January 2003
January 15, 2003
SG/SM/8580
Secretary-General Provides List to Security Council of Those Using Child Soldiers, Says Exposure Means Violators of Protection Norms Can No Longer Act with Impunity
January 15, 2003
SC/7632
Situations in Iraq, Middle East, Afghanistan, Balkans, Africa Among Key Issues Before Security Council in 2002; International Terrorism Also A Major Focus of Council Action
January 15, 2003
SC/7631
Secretary-General Says Using Child Soldiers Can No Longer Be Done with Impunity, as Security Council Holds Day-long Debate on Children and Armed Conflict
January 16, 2003
UNIS/BIO/661
New Permanent Representative of Trinidad and Tobago Presents Credentials
January 16, 2003
SC/7634
Press Statement on Democratic Republic of Congo by Security Council President
January 17, 2003
SG/SM/8582
Renewed Efforts Needed for Successful Trade Negotiations, Secretary-General Says at Ceremony Marking Morocco’s Chairmanship of Group of 77
January 17, 2003
SC/7635
Clear International Consensus Supports "Road "Map towards Two-state Middle East Settlement, Security Council Told
January 17, 2003
ORG/1372
Joint Inspection Unit Elects Chairman and Vice-chairman
January 20, 2003
UNIS/BIO/662
New Permanent Representative of Paraguay Presents Credentials
January 20, 2003
SC/7637
Press Statement on Liberia by Security Council President
January 20, 2003
SC/7636
Security Council Decides to Improve Implementation of Measures Against Taliban, Members of Al Qaeda; Resolution 1455 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
January 21, 2003
Note No. 230
Survey Shows That Roma Minority in Central and Eastern Europe Seeks Integration Through Jobs and Education
January 21, 2003
SC/7643
Security Council Committee Adds Name of An Entity to Its List
January 21, 2003
SG/SM/8583
Menace of Terrorism Requires Global Response, Says Secretary-General, Stressing Importance of Increased United Nations Role
January 21, 2003
SC/7638
Ministerial-level Security Council Meeting Calls for Urgent Action to Prevent, Suppress All Support for Terrorism; Declaration in Resolution 1456 (2003) Adopted Unanimously; Highlights Counter-terrorism Committee’s Role in Implementation
January 22, 2003
SG/SM/8584
Revitalizing Conference on Disarmament Requires Renewed Political Will, Determination, Says Secretary-General
January 23, 2003
SG/SM/8585
Secretary-General Deeply Saddened by Loss of Life Following Mexican Earthquake; Says United Nations Stands Ready to Assist
January 27, 2003
Note No. 231
3 Interagency Anti-corruption Coordination Meeting Held in Vienna on 23 and 24 January 200
January 27, 2003
DSG/SM/186
Deputy Secretary-General, in Address to Montreal Model United Nations, Says "Nations Working Together Can Make A "Difference
January 28, 2003
SG/SM/8590
Ivoirian Leaders of All Parties Must Ensure Respect for Rule of Law, Human Rights, Says Secretary-General
January 28, 2003
SG/SM/8589
Secretary-General Urges Thorough Reform of Ivorian Defence, Security Forces
January 28, 2003
SG/SM/8588
Secretary-General Deplores "Ominous" Escalation of Violence in Gaza Strip
January 28, 2003
SC/7644
Security Council Briefed by Chief UN Weapons Experts on First 60 Days of Inspections in Iraq
January 29, 2003
SC/7645
Security Council Committee Adds Names of Two Individuals to Its List
January 29, 2003
SC/7647
Security Council Re-establishes Panel Investigating Compliance with Liberia Sanctions for Further Three Month; Resolution 1458 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
January 30, 2003
SG/SM/8591
Secretary-General Congratulates President Bush on Pledge of Stronger United States Leadership in Fight Against AIDS
January 30, 2003
SG/SM/8586
Kofi Annan Calls for Strengthening of Cooperation Between United Nations and Central Africa in Peacekeeping and Security
January 30, 2003
SC/7648
Security Council Expresses Strong Support for "Kimberly "Process, Aimed at Halting Illicit Diamond Trade Used to Fuel Conflicts; Resolution 1459 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
January 30, 2003
GA/10128
General Assembly Elections for Rwanda Tribunal Judges Invalidated After Three Ballots; New Election to Be Held 31 January
January 31, 2003
UNIS/NAR/770
International Narcotics Control Board Session to Focus on Drugs, Crime and Violence
January 31, 2003
SC/7649
Security Council Calls for Immediate Halt to Use of Child Soldiers, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1460 (2003)
January 31, 2003
SC/7650
Security Council Exends Interim Force in Lebanon Until 31 July, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1461 (2003)
January 31, 2003
SC/7651
Security Council Extends Observer Mission in Georgia Until 31 July, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1462 (2003)
January 31, 2003
SG/SM/8593
Secretary-General Welcomes Nepal Ceasefire
January 31, 2003
SG/SM/8592
Secretary-General Congratulates Russian Federation, Ukraine on Boundary Agreement
January 31, 2003
SC/7653
Press Statement on Burundi by Security Council President
January 31, 2003
SC/7652
Security Council Extends Western Sahara Mission Until 31 March, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1463 (2003)
February 3, 2003
Note No 233
UN Study Exposes Origins, Dimensions and Impact of Afghanistan Opium Economy, Points to Alternative
February 3, 2003
Note No 234
Open Discussion on International Terrorism and World Governance
February 3, 2003
UNIS/NAR/771
UN Study Exposes Origins, Dimensions and Impact of Afghanistan Opium Economy, Points to Alternative
February 4, 2003
SG/SM/8596
Secretary-General Will Seek Additional Donor Support to Ensure Continued Aid for Democratic People?s Republic of Korea
February 4, 2003
SG/SM/8595
Secretary-General Condemns Violence, Appeals for Calm in Côte D''Ivoire; Says Recent Agreement Should Be ?first Step towards Peace?
February 4, 2003
SG/SM/8594
Secretary-General Deeply Saddened by Space Shuttle Tragedy; Says Loss of Columbia Is Loss to All Humankind
February 5, 2003
SG/SM/8597
Challenges of Development Require Not Only Leadership, Resources, but A Legal Response, Secretary-General Says
February 5, 2003
SG/A/830
Secretary-General Appoints Toshiyuki Niwa as Executive Director of UN Capital Master Plan Management Project
February 5, 2003
SG/A/829
Secretary-General Appoints George Alleyne Special Envoy for HIV/AIDS in Caribbean Region
February 5, 2003
SC/7657
Security Council Calls for Full Implementation of Côte D''Ivoire Peace Agreement, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1464 (2003); Welcomes Deployment of West African, French Troops; Authorizes Steps Necessary for Guaranteeing Security, Protecting Civili
February 5, 2003
PI/1456
2003 Training Cycle on Information Technology to Begin at Headquarters, 6 February
February 6, 2003
SC/7658
Briefing Security Council, US Secretary of State Powell Presents Evidence of Iraq’s Failure to Disarm
February 7, 2003
SG/SM/8598
Secretary-General Warns of "Disturbing Erosion in International Norms on Weapons of Mass Destruction, in Remarks to Disarmament Board
February 7, 2003
SC/7659
Security Council, in Presidential Statement, Reaffirms Commitment to Multi-ethnic, Democratic Kosovo; Speakers Focus on Primacy of Standards to Ensure Needs of People Over Determination of Final Status
February 10, 2003
Note No. 235
Vienna International Centre to Host Exhibition on China’s Space Activities
February 10, 2003
SG/A/831
Secretary-General Appoints Special Envoy for Côte d’Ivoire
February 10, 2003
PI/1459
Enhanced Version of UN Bibliographic Information System Now Available on Internet
February 12, 2003
SG/SM/8600
Secretary-General Says United Nations Has Duty to Exhaust All Possibilities of Peaceful Settlement Before Resorting to Use of Force
February 12, 2003
SG/SM/8599
Secretary-General Strongly Condemns Terrorist Attack in Colombia
February 13, 2003
UNIS/CP/425
United Nations Expert Group on the Application of United Nations Standards and Norms in Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice
February 13, 2003
SG/SM/8602
Secretary-General Calls on Administering Powers, Special Committee to Reinvigorate Decolonization Process
February 13, 2003
SG/SM/8601
Secretary-General Concerned by Arrest of Opposition Party Members in Myanmar; Urges Authorities to Release All Political Prisoners and Engage in Dialogue
February 13, 2003
SC/7660
Press Statement on Angola by Security Council President
February 14, 2003
UNIS/OS/254
Outer Space Scientific and Technical Subcommittee to Hold Fortieth Session in Vienna, 17-28 February; to Discuss Use of Nuclear Power Sources in Outer Space, Disaster Management, Space Debris Mitigation and Use of Space Technology for Medical Sciences
February 14, 2003
SG/SM/8604
Secretary-General Announces Establishment of Panel of Eminent Persons on UN Relations with Civil Society
February 14, 2003
SG/SM/8603
Secretary-General, Concerned by Violence in Bolivia, Appeals for Dialogue, Respect Democracy
February 14, 2003
SC/7663
Security Council Condemns 7 February Bomb Attack in Bogota, Says Act of Terrorism Threatens Peace, Security
February 14, 2003
SC/7662
Security Council Briefed on Urgency of Ending Human Rights Violations, Culture of Impunity in Democratic Republic of Congo
February 14, 2003
SC/7661
Best Path towards Middle East Peace Remains Quartet’s Road Map, Under-secretary-General Tells Security Council
February 14, 2003
DSG/SM/187
Literacy A Prerequisite for A Healthy, Just, Prosperous World, Deputy Secretary-General Says at Launch of UN Literacy Decade
February 17, 2003
UNIS/BIO/663
New Permanent Representative of Ecuador Presents Credentials
February 17, 2003
SG/SM/8608
United Nations Is Valuable Ally, Instrument in Struggle for Peace, Secretary-General Tells Peace Prize Festival and Forum
February 17, 2003
SG/SM/8607
Quartet "Road "Map Aims at Israeli and Palestinian States in Mideast, Secretary-General Tells Palestinian Rights Committee
February 17, 2003
SG/SM/8606
Literacy Is Key to A Future of Freedom and Hope for Mankind Secretary-General Says at Launch of UN Literacy Decade
February 17, 2003
SG/SM/8605
Secretary-General Welcomes Announcement by Palestinian Authority President Arafat to Appoint Prime Minister
February 17, 2003
SC/7664
Iraq Cooperating with Disarmament Procedures, but Many Banned Weapons Remain Unaccounted for, Inspectors Tell Security Council
February 21, 2003
SG/SM/8612
Secretary-General Welcomes "Quartet" Statement on Middle East Violence
February 21, 2003
SG/SM/8611
Secretary-General Announces Intention to Set up High-level Commission on HIV/AIDS and Governance in Africa in Address to Africa-france Summit
February 21, 2003
SG/SM/8610
Violence Will Not Produce Security or Lasting Peace, Says Secretary-General, Following Latest Escalation in Middle East
February 21, 2003
SG/SM/8609
Iraq Crisis Must Not Affect Determination to Carry Out UN’s Wider Agenda Says Secretary-General in Rome Address
February 21, 2003
SC/7667
UN Action Against Global Terrorist Threat, Strengthened Future Steps Focus of Security Council Debate; Counter-terrorism Committee Chair Briefs Council
February 21, 2003
SC/7666
Security Council Hears Over 60 Speakers in Two-day Debate on Iraq’s Disarmament; Many Say Use of Force Should Be Last Resort, Others Urge Swift Action
February 21, 2003
UNIS/BIO/664
New Permanent Representative of Nicaragua Presents Credentials
February 24, 2003
SC/7669
Security Council Committee Adds Name of An Entity and An Individual to Its List
February 24, 2003
GA/SM/307
"Mother Language "Day Should Inspire Respect, Tolerance for Rich Cultural Traditions, Says General Assembly President in Observance Message
February 25, 2003
Note No. 236
The Memorial Scholarship Fund of the United Nations Correspondents Association Incorporated
February 25, 2003
SG/SM/8616
Secretary-General Says War Not Inevitable, but Iraq Must Disarm; Inspections Should Be Allowed to Continue
February 25, 2003
SG/SM/8615
Work for Development Must Focus on Needs, Priorities of Women, Secretary-General Says in Message for International Women’s Day
February 25, 2003
SC/7670
Disarming Rival Factions, Creating Strong National Army, Police Crucial for Securing Afghanistan’s Fragile Peace, Security Council Told
February 26, 2003
SC/7673
Press Statement on Sanctions by Security Council President
February 26, 2003
SC/7672
"Stockholm "Process Findings -- Year-long Study on Targeted Sanctions -- Presented to Security Council
February 26, 2003
SC/7671
Security Council Committee Adds Name of Entity to List
February 26, 2003
UNIS/NAR/772
Illicit Drug Economy Hinders Sustainable Development Says International Narcotics Control Board in Annual Report
February 27, 2003
SG/SM/8617
Secretary-General Urges POLISARIO to Accelerate Release of Remaining Prisoners of War
February 27, 2003
SC/7674
Security Council Press Statement on Democratic Republic of Congo
February 27, 2003
DSG/SM/188
Real Test of Usefulness of Conferences Is Whether They Make Difference in People’s Lives, Says Deputy-secretary-General
March 3, 2003
UNIS/OS/255
Outer Space Scientific and Technical Subcommittee Concludes Fortieth Session in Vienna; Stresses Use of Space Technology in Achieving UN Development Goals; Adopts New Work Plan on Use of Nuclear Power Sources in Outer Space; and Discusses Space Debris
March 3, 2003
SG/SM/8619
African Cinema Can Help Mobilize Resources, Energy Needed to Reach Millennium Goals, Secretary-General Says
March 3, 2003
SG/SM/8618
Secretary-General "Very Satisfied" with Outcome of Mission Relating to Cyprus Settlement; Says Plan for Settlement Is "Fair and "Balanced
March 4, 2003
Note No. 5777
Special Meeting of Counter-terrorism Committee with International, Regional and Subregional Organizations to Be Held on 6 March
March 4, 2003
UNIS/BIO/665
New Permanent Representative of Tajikistan Presents Credentials
March 4, 2003
SC/7675
President of United Nations Security Council and Chairman of Military Staff Committee in March
March 4, 2003
DC/2855
United Nations, OSCE to Hold Conference on Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in South-eastern Europe, 11-12 March, in Slovenia
March 4, 2003
GA/AB/3553
Need for Incentives for Timely Payment of Budgetary Contributions Stressed, as Fifth Committee Begins First Resumed Sesssion
March 5, 2003
Note No. 237
United Nations Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace - 8 March
March 5, 2003
SC/7676
Security Council Committee Adds Names of Three Entities to Consolidated List
March 5, 2003
SG/SM/8620
Human Community Should Be Linked in Common Effort to Protect, Share Water Equitably, Sustainably, Peacefully Says Secretary-General on World Day
March 6, 2003
SG/SM/8623
Secretary-General Tells G-8 Contact Group on Food Security in Africa That Continent Faces Deadly Burdens
March 6, 2003
SG/SM/8622
Secretary-General Gravely Concerned at Escalating Violence Between Israelis, Palestinians
March 6, 2003
SG/SM/8621
Secretary-General Pleased with Security Council Support for His Efforts to Assist Parties in Cyprus
March 7, 2003
SG/SM/8625
Secretary-General "Deeply Deplores" Use of Excessive Force by Israel in Gaza Refugee Camp
March 7, 2003
SG/SM/8624
All Must Work Together to Counter Terrorism, Prevent Spread of Weapons of Mass Destruction, Secretary-General Says
March 7, 2003
SC/7682
United Nations Weapons Inspectors Report to Security Council on Progress in Disarmament of Iraq
March 7, 2003
SC/7681
Reformatted Al Qaeda and Taliban List
March 7, 2003
SC/7679
Special Meeting of Security Council’s Counter-terrorism Committee Hears Call for Systematic International, Regional Cooperation
March 7, 2003
SAG/119
Political Inertia Exacerbates Water Crisis, Says World Water Development Report
March 10, 2003
SG/SM/8626
Secretary-General Pleased at Agreement by Parties to Inter-Congolese Dialogue but Expresses Deep Concern Over Recent Heavy Fighting Regarding Bunia
March 10, 2003
GA/SM/308
Women’s Empowerment Key to Achieving Millennium Summit Anti-poverty Goals, Says General Assembly President on International Women’s Day
March 11, 2003
SC/7684
Press Statement on Democratic Republic of Congo by Security Council President
March 11, 2003
SC/7683
Recent Violence, Rise in Armed Groups Threaten Success in Timor-Leste, Peacekeeping Under-Secretary-General Tells Security Council
March 12, 2003
SC/7685
At Request of Non-Aligned Countries, Security Council Hears Views of Larger UN Membership on Disarmament of Iraq
March 12, 2003
SG/SM/8628
International Criminal Court Judges Embody "Our Collective "Conscience Says Secretary-General to Inaugural Meeting in the Hague
March 12, 2003
SG/SM/8629
Secretary-General Strongly Condemns Killing of Humanitarian Workers in Liberia
March 12, 2003
SG/SM/8630
Secretary-General Says "End of Road" Reached Concerning Current Cyprus Talks, but "Plan Remains on the Table"
March 13, 2003
SG/SM/8632
Secretary-General Shocked, Saddened at Assassination of Serbian Premier Djindjic
March 13, 2003
SG/SM/8631
Progress in Consolidating Africa’s Peace Sets Stage for Hard Work Ahead, Says Secretary-General in Message to Tokyo Conference
March 13, 2003
SC/7688
Press Statement by Security Council President on Assassination of Serbian Prime Minister
March 13, 2003
SC/7687
Security Council Hears from 53 Speakers in Two Days on Iraq’s Disarmament; Some Stress Iraq Has Not Cooperated, Most Say Inspectors Need More Time
March 13, 2003
SC/7686
In Presidential Statement, Security Council Condemns Continued Fighting in Somalia, and Calls for End to Violence
March 14, 2003
GA/10130
General Assembly Sets Dates for Annual Regular Session, General Debate
March 14, 2003
GA/SM/309
General Assembly President Expresses Shock, Sadness on Death of Serbian Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic
March 14, 2003
SC/7689
Expert Panel on Illegal Exploitation of Resources in Democratic Republic of Congo to Begin Work in Nairobi on 24 March
March 14, 2003
UNIS/NAR/773
South-Eastern European States Meet to Coordinate Counter-Narcotics Activities
March 17, 2003
PI/1467
French Language Television Channel -- TV5 -- to Be Available to UN Delegates, Media, Staff Under Agreement with International Organisation of La Francophonie
March 17, 2003
SC/7690
Security Council Extends Ethiopia/eritrea Mission Until 15 September, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1466 (2003)
March 17, 2003
SC/7691
Press Statement on Côte d’Ivoire by Security Council President
March 17, 2003
SC/7692
Press Statement by Security Council President on Indictments by Sierra Leone Special Court
March 17, 2003
SG/SM/8633
Forty Years After Sharpeville Massacre, Fight Against Racism Not Yet Won, Says Secretary-General in Message on International Day
March 17, 2003
SG/SM/8634
Secretary-General Gravely Concerned at Rising Casualties in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict; Urges Immediate End to Violence
March 17, 2003
SG/SM/8635
Secretary-General Welcomes Statement by President Bush on Presentation of ’Road ’Map to Israelis, Palestinians
March 17, 2003
SG/SM/8636
Globalization Today Has ’Winners and Losers’; Challenge for Tomorrow Is to Make It Work for All, Says Secretary-General
March 17, 2003
UNIS/NAR/774
Colombian Coca Cultivation Falls by 30 Percent
March 18, 2003
Note No. 238
International World Water Day 2003 - 22 March
March 18, 2003
Note No. 239
Roundtable -- OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media and the United Nations Information Service (unis)-vienna Hold Joint Roundtable, "War: Images and Language - Looking at the Coverage of Conflicts in the Media "1991-2003
March 18, 2003
UNIS/BIO/666
New Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka Presents Credentials
March 18, 2003
SG/A/833
Secretary-General Appoints Akio Nomura Director of UN Information Centre in Tokyo
March 18, 2003
SG/SM/8637
Secretary-General Condemns Coup d’Etat in Central African Republic
March 18, 2003
SG/SM/8638
Secretary-General Concerned by Rapidly Deteriorating Situation in Ituri Region of Democratic Republic of Congo
March 18, 2003
SG/SM/8639
Secretary-General Strongly Deplores Israel’s Continuing Gaza Strip Raids
March 18, 2003
SG/SM/8640
Secretary-General Authorizes Withdrawal of United Nations Personnel from Iraq
March 19, 2003
SC/7694
Security Council Calls for Strengthened Cooperation in West Africa to Counter Small Arms Trafficking
March 19, 2003
SG/SM/8641
Unless Adequately Addressed, Proliferation of Small Arms, Mercenaries Will Continue to Pose Severe Threat to West Africa, Secretary-General Says
March 20, 2003
SC/7696
Importance of Humanitarian Aid for Iraq Stressed, as Security Council Members Voice Different Views on Disarmament Process
March 20, 2003
SC/7697
Middle East Coordinator Tells Security Council "Window of Opportunity" Exists to Get Back to Negotiating Table, Out of Abyss of Suffering
March 20, 2003
SG/SM/8642
"Tuberculosis Can Be Controlled, Cured and Prevented" Says Secretary-General in World Day Message
March 20, 2003
SG/SM/8643
Secretary-General Expresses Hope That Security Council Unity Can Be Rebuilt Around Task of Relieving Iraqi Suffering
March 20, 2003
UNIS/BIO/667
New Permanent Representative of Madagascar Presents Credentials
March 20, 2003
UNIS/OS/256
Outer Space Legal Subcommittee to Hold Forty-second Session in Vienna, 24 March - 4 April 2003; to Discuss A Possible Treaty on Property Interests in Spacecraft and Other Matters Relating to Space Law
March 20, 2003
UNIS/NAR/775
Young Japanese Contribute to Counter-Narcotics Efforts
March 21, 2003
GA/SM/310
General Assembly President Stresses Link Between Racism, Poverty in Message on World Day to Eliminate Racial Discrimination
March 21, 2003
SC/7699
Security Council Welcomes Agreement on Transitional Arrangements in Democratic Republic of Congo, Adopting Resolution 1468 (2003)
March 21, 2003
SC/7700
Press Statement on Central African Republic by Security Council President
March 21, 2003
SG/SM/8644
"My Thoughts Today Are with the Iraqi People" Says Secretary-General, Pledging UN Assistance, Support as They Face "Yet Another Ordeal"
March 24, 2003
DEV/2412
New United Nations Demographic Yearbook 2000 Issued; Provides Vital Statistics for More than 233 Countries, Areas
March 24, 2003
GA/SM/311
Culture of "Caring, Sparing and Sharing" Must Be Promoted to Ensure Clean Water for All, Says General Assembly President on World Water Day
March 24, 2003
GA/SM/312
General Assembly President Highlights Connection Between Climate Change, Control of Greenhouse Gases, in Message on World Meteorological Day
March 24, 2003
SC/7701
Press Statement on Iraq by Security Council President
March 24, 2003
SC/7702
Press Statement on Sierra Leone by Security Council President
March 25, 2003
Note No. 5784
International Day of Solidarity with Detained Staff Members to Be Observed on 25 March
March 25, 2003
SG/SM/8645
Sustainable Future Begins with Safeguarding Health of Every Child, Says Secretary-General on World Health Day
March 25, 2003
SG/SM/8646
Secretary-General Condemns Massacre of 24 Kashmiri Hindus
March 25, 2003
SG/SM/8647
Every Day Throughout World UN Staff Face Threats, Assaults, Abuse Says Secretary-General on International Solidarity Day
March 26, 2003
SC/7703
Press Statement on Western Sahara by Security Council President
March 26, 2003
SC/7704
Security Council Extends Western Sahara Mission Until 31 May, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1469 (2003)
March 26, 2003
SG/SM/8648
Secretary-General, at Headquarters Ceremony, Accepts Pin Symbolizing "Shared Memory of Lost Friends", Unity in Pursuing Peace
March 26, 2003
SG/SM/8649
Secretary-General, Condoleezza Rice Discuss Humanitarian Situation in Iraq
March 27, 2003
Note No. 240
M E D I A A D V I S O R Y -- 46 Session of the Commission on Narcotics Drugs (cnd) -- Ministerial-level Segment, Austria Centre Vienna (acv), on 16-17 April 2003; the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (cnd)
March 27, 2003
SC/7705
Security Council Holds First Debate on Iraq Since Start of Military Action; Speakers Call for Halt to Aggression, Immediate Withdrawal
March 27, 2003
SG/SM/8650
Secretary-General Urges UN Member Countries to Respond "Swiftly and Generously" to Appeal for Humanitarian Aid to Iraqi People
March 28, 2003
SC/7707
Security Council Concludes Two-Day Debate on Military Action in Iraq; Need for Immediate Humanitarian Aid, Protection of Civilians Stressed
March 28, 2003
SC/7708
Lack of Security in Afghanistan Threatens Peace Process at All Levels, Security Council Told
March 31, 2003
DSG/SM/191
Deputy Secretary-General Calls for "Swift and Generous" Response to Appeal for Humanitarian Aid for Iraqi People
March 31, 2003
DSG/SM/192
Transcript of Press Conference by Deputy Secretary-General Louise Fréchette at United Nations Headquarters, 28 March 2003
March 31, 2003
SC/7709
Security Council Told Peace Agreement Between Papua New Guinea, Bougainville Can Be Fully Implemented by Year’s End, Despite Serious Obstacles
March 31, 2003
SC/7710
Security Council Extends Sierra Leone Mission Until 30 September, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1470 (2003)
March 31, 2003
SC/7711
Security Council Extends Afghanistan Mission Until 28 March 2004, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1471 (2003)
March 31, 2003
SC/7712
Security Council Extends Deadline for Nomination of "Ad Litem" Judges for Rwanda Tribunal Until 15 April
March 31, 2003
SC/7713
Security Council Approves Adjustments to Iraq "Oil-for-Food" Programme, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1472 (2003)
March 31, 2003
SG/SM/8652
Secretary-General Deeply Concerned Over Fighting in Liberia
March 31, 2003
SG/SM/8653
Secretary-General Appalled at Killing of Red Cross Worker in Afghanistan
March 31, 2003
UNIS/NAR/776
Japanese Government Supports Opium Eradication, Alternative Development in Myanmar
April 1, 2003
UNIS/NAR/777
UN to Increase Counter-narcotics Assistance to Cape Verde
April 1, 2003
SG/A/834
Secretary-General Appoints Under-Secretary-General Shashi Tharoor Coordinator for Multilingualism
April 1, 2003
SC/7715
President of United Nations Security Council and Chairman of Military Staff Committee in April
April 1, 2003
L/3028
General Assembly’s Ad Hoc Committee on Terrorism Opens Seventh Session; Will Continue Negotiatings on Two Draft Treaties
April 1, 2003
DC/2859
"Creeping Retreat" from Nuclear Disarmament, Increased Proliferation Risk Among Issues Stressed, as Disarmament Commission Opens Session
April 2, 2003
L/3029
Coordinators for Negotiations on Two International Conventions Report on Progress to Terrorism Ad Hoc Committee
April 2, 2003
HR/CN/1015
Countries Trade Barbs Over "Selectivity" in Human Rights, Debate Justifications of War in Iraq
April 2, 2003
HR/CN/1014
Commission on Human Rights Continues Debate on Question of Violations Anywhere in World
April 2, 2003
DSG/SM/193
Deputy Secretary-General Celebrates "Diversity and Richness" Aboriginal People Give to Human Family, at Ottawa Awards Ceremony
April 2, 2003
DC/2860
World Order Based on Effective Arms Control, Rejection of Unilateral Use of Force Called for in Disarmament Commission
April 3, 2003
Note No. 241
Media Advisory No. 2 -- on Parking Space for the Media During the Ministerial Segment of the Forty-sixth Session of the Commission on Narcotics Drugs (cnd) -- Austria Centre Vienna (acv), on 16-17 April 2003
April 3, 2003
SG/SM/8655
Commission on Boundary Between Cameroon, Nigeria to Meet in Yaounde 2-3 April
April 3, 2003
SG/SM/8654
Secretary-General Commends "Breakthrough, as Agreements on Democratic Republic of Congo Are Formally Endorsed at Sun City Meeting
April 3, 2003
L/3030
General Assembly’s Ad Hoc Committee on Terrorism Recommends Legal Committee Working Group for Two Draft Treaties
April 3, 2003
HR/CN/1016
Commission on Human Rights Continues Review of Violation of Human Rights in Any Part of World
April 4, 2003
SG/SM/8656
Philippe de Seynes, "Intellectual Giant", Shaper of United Nations Economic, Social Operations, Dies in Paris at Age 93
April 4, 2003
SC/7717
Press Statement on Iraq Humanitarian Situation by Security Council President
April 4, 2003
SAG/125
Iraq Conflict Could Be Devastating for Rural Economy, Says United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization
April 4, 2003
HR/CN/1017
Commission on Human Rights Hears from NGOs Charging Violations Around World
April 4, 2003
HR/CN/1018
Non-Governmental Organizations Tell Commission on Human Rights of Further Allegations of Abuses Around Globe
April 4, 2003
UNIS/CP/426
UN Drug Office and South Africa Launch Country Corruption Assessment Report
April 4, 2003
UNIS/OS/257
United Nations Receives Space Exhibit from China
April 7, 2003
SC/7719
Security Council, Responding to Security Challenges in Timor-Leste, Delays Cutbacks in UN Forces
April 7, 2003
SC/7718
Outgoing Chair of Security Council’s Counter-Terrorism Committee Says United Nations Now Centre of Global Anti-terrorism Network
April 7, 2003
PI/1470
Enhanced Version of UN Bibliographic Information System Thesaurus Now Available on Interne
April 7, 2003
GA/SM/313
General Assembly President Highlights "Dire" Situation Children Face from Environmental Threats in World Health Day Message
April 7, 2003
UNIS/OS/258
Outer Space Legal Subcommittee Concludes Forty-second Session in Vienna; Examines Preliminary Draft Protocol on Matters Specific to Space Assets, Establishes A Work Plan Aimed at Harmonizing Practices of Registering Objects Launched Into Space, and Consi
April 7, 2003
UNIS/NAR/779
UN Anti-drug Office Names New Chief of Operations
April 8, 2003
SG/SM/8660
Rafeeuddin Ahmed Named Special Adviser by Secretary-General; Will Be Focal Point on Un’s Potential Role in Post-war Iraq
April 8, 2003
UNIS/NAR/781
UN Commission Presented with "Signs of "Progress in Global Counter-Narcotic Efforts
April 8, 2003
UNIS/NAR/780
Professional Basketball Player Nene Hilario Featured in Video Spot to Raise Awareness About HIV/AIDS Prevention; UN Office on Drugs and Crime Psa to Be Broadcast Worldwide Through Nba Programming
April 8, 2003
SG/SM/8659
Secretary-General "Deeply Disturbed" at Reports of Massacres in Democratic Republic of Congo; Demands Respect for ’Civilians Human Rights
April 8, 2003
SG/SM/8658
Secretary-General Welcomes Efforts of Inter-Parliamentary Union to Provide Greater Support to United Nations
April 8, 2003
SG/SM/8657
Secretary-General Welcomes Côte d’Ivoire Agreement on Government of Reconciliation as "Major Progress towards Peace"
April 8, 2003
SG/A/835
Rafeeuddin Ahmed Named Special Adviser by Secretary-General
April 8, 2003
SC/7720
World Food Programme Needs $1.8 Billion to Address African Food Emergency, Security Council Told
April 8, 2003
L/3031
Impact of Sanctions, Importance of Adhering to UN Principles Debated in Context of Iraq War, as Special Charter Committee Opens Session
April 8, 2003
IK/341
UNEP Recommends Studies of Depleted Uranium in Iraq
April 9, 2003
Note No. 242
NGO Mini-forum on the Occasion of 46 Session of the UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs; Vienna NGO Committee on Narcotic Drugs to Celebrate 20th Anniversary
April 9, 2003
Note No. 243
Media Advisory Note -- Forty-sixth Session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs
April 9, 2003
Note No. 244
Ombudsman Appointed for UN in Vienna
April 9, 2003
SG/SM/8661
Dr. Carlo Urbani "A Hero -- in Best and Truest Sense of Word" Says Secretary-General, in Message to Memorial Service
April 9, 2003
SC/7722
Press Statement on Democratic Republic of Congo by Security Council President
April 9, 2003
SC/7721
Security Council Re-Establishes Panel Investigating Somalia Arms Embargo Violations, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1474 (2003)
April 10, 2003
HR/4651
High Commissioner for Human Rights Deeply Disturbed by Killing of Civilians and Journalists in Iraq Conflict
April 10, 2003
IK/346
Iraq Fighting Further Imperils Expectant Mothers, UNFPA Warns
April 10, 2003
Note No. 245
Media Arrangements for the Ministerial Segment of the Forty-sixth Session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (cnd); Held on 16-17 April 2003 at the Austria Center Vienna (acv)
April 10, 2003
UNIS/NAR/783
At Mini-Forum on "Alternative Methods in the Treatment and Rehabilitation of "Addictions UNODC Executive Director, A.m. Costa, Paid Tribute to Ngos
April 10, 2003
UNIS/NAR/782
Thai Alternative to Drugs on Exhibit in Vienna
April 10, 2003
SG/SM/8663
Secretary-General "Deeply Concerned" by Israel’s Air Attack in Gaza, Resulting in Deaths of Seven Palestinians
April 11, 2003
SG/SM/8664
Indictments for "Crimes Against "Humanity Filed in Timor-leste
April 11, 2003
SG/SM/8662
"To Educate Girls Is to Reduce Poverty" Says Secretary-General in Message to Global Education Campaign Event
April 11, 2003
SC/7723
Failure of UN Plan to Solve Cyprus Problem "Deeply Disappointing" Special Adviser Alvaro De Soto Tells Security Council
April 11, 2003
IHA/774
Emergency Relief Coordinator Voices Sorrow Over Death of ICRC Staff Member in Iraq; Also Expresses Concern for Missing NGO Staff
April 11, 2003
GA/10131
Agenda Item on "Global Road Safety Crisis" Recommended by General Committee
April 14, 2003
UNIS/NAR/784
Teenagers Bring Signatures Representing 1.3 Million People who Support the UN Conventions on Drugs
April 14, 2003
SG/SM/8665
Framework for Peace, Security Must Have Capacity to Respond Swiftly, Effectively, Secretary-General Tells Security Council
April 14, 2003
SC/7726
Amended Al-Qaida and Taliban List Issued by Security Council Committee
April 14, 2003
SC/7724
Security Council Meets with Regional Organizations to Consider Ways to Strengthen Collective Security
April 14, 2003
GA/10132
General Assembly Text Strongly Supports "Kimberley Process" Certification Scheme, Aimed at Combating Use of Diamonds for Financing Conflict
April 15, 2003
UNIS/BIO/669
James Callahan, Director, Division for Treaty Affairs and Support to Drug Control Organs, Office on Drugs and Crime
April 15, 2003
UNIS/BIO/670
H.e. Patricia Olamendi, Undersecretary for Global Affairs, Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs
April 15, 2003
UNIS/NAR/785
UN Publications Identify "Best "Practices in Drug-Abuse Treatment and Rehabilitation
April 15, 2003
SG/SM/8668
Secretary-General Concerned Recent Statements Directed at Syria Not Contribute to Wider Destabilization
April 15, 2003
SG/SM/8667
Exploring Root Causes of Conflict Only Way to Build Enduring Peace, Says Secretary-General in Message to Beirut Meeting
April 15, 2003
SG/SM/8666
Secretary-General Says UN Natural Home for Needed Dialogue Among Trade, Development Institutions, in Statement to High-level Ecosoc Meeting
April 15, 2003
SC/7729
Press Statement by Security Council President on Kosovo
April 15, 2003
SC/7728
Press Statement on Somalia by Security Council President
April 15, 2003
SC/7727
Security Council Regrets Failure to Reach Agreement on Settlement Plan for Cyprus, Citing "Negative Approach" of Turkish Cypriot Leaders
April 15, 2003
GA/SM/314
General Assembly President Says UN Meeting of Finance, Trade Institutions Offers Hope for More Profound Progress in Achieving Anti-poverty Goals
April 16, 2003
UNIS/NAR/787
- Drug Commission Begins Ministerial-level Meeting to Review Efforts to Tackle Global Drug Problem; Ministers Assess Implementation of Action Plans Adopted at 1998 GA Special Session
April 16, 2003
SG/SM/8669
Secretary-General Says Catastrophic Losses to Iraq’s Cultural Heritage "A Wound Inflicted on All Humankind"
April 16, 2003
SC/7732
Press Statement on Côte d’Ivoire by Security Council President
April 16, 2003
SC/7731
Security Couincil 1267 (1999) Committee Adopts Additional Guidelines for Conduct of Work
April 16, 2003
SC/7730
Press Statement by Security Council President Following Briefing by Chair of Committee Monitoring Taliban, Al-qaida Sanctions
April 16, 2003
GA/10133
General Assembly Voices Strong Support for "Kimberley Process" Scheme, Aimed at Stemming Use of Diamonds for Financing Conflict
April 16, 2003
DSG/SM/194
Investment in Africa Now Can Make Sustainable Difference Deputy Secretary-General Tells Capital Markets Forum
April 17, 2003
Note No. 246
UN Secretary-General to Visit Austria
April 17, 2003
UNIS/NAR/791
Drug Commission Continues Ministerial-level Meeting to Review Efforts to Tackle Global Drug Problem
April 17, 2003
UNIS/NAR/792
UN Ministerial Meeting Focuses on Links Between Drug Trafficking and Other Forms of Organized Crime
April 17, 2003
UNIS/NAR/793
Drug Commission Concludes Ministerial Segment with Adoption of Measures to Enhance Drug Control Efforts
April 17, 2003
UNIS/OS/259
United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs and Pro Tempore Secretariat of the Fourth Space Conference of the Americas Sign Memorandum of Understanding; An Agreement to Promote and Implement Joint Activities
April 17, 2003
UNIS/NAR/788
UNODC and Morocco Announce Major Cannabis Survey in 2003
April 17, 2003
UNIS/NAR/789
UN, Nigeria to Create Regional Drug Law Enforcement Training Centre
April 17, 2003
UNIS/NAR/790
UN Intensifies Support for African Union’s Drug Control Effort
April 17, 2003
SG/SM/8672
Right to Live Free from Intimidation, Forced Expulsion Must Be Respected, Says Secretary-General, Following Reports of Violence in Northern Iraq
April 17, 2003
SG/SM/8671
Vital to Heal Divisions Created by Iraq, Reunite Around Basic Principles to Guide Future Actions, Says Secretary-General in Athens Statement
April 17, 2003
SG/SM/8670
Secretary-General Welcomes Beijing Talks Involving United States, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, China
April 17, 2003
SC/7734
Press Statement on Burundi by Security Council President
April 17, 2003
SC/7733
Assistant Secretary-General Tells Security Council Middle East Process Appears to Be on Verge of Restarting, Using Quartet "Road Map"
April 17, 2003
SAG/126
Iraq Farmers Urgently Need Parts, Fuel for Spring Harvest, Says United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization
April 17, 2003
HAB/186
UN Human Settlements Programme Assists in Providing Shelter for Internally Displaced People in Northern Iraq
April 17, 2003
L/3034
States Parties to International Criminal Court to Meet at Headquarters, 21 - 23 April
April 22, 2003
SG/SM/8673
Black Sea Economic Cooperation Organization Is Valuable Partner of United Nations System, Secretary-General Says
April 22, 2003
L/3035
States Parties to Rome Statute Elect Luis Moreno Ocampo as Prosecutor of International Criminal Court
April 24, 2003
UNIS/NAR/794
UN, Asean Forge Partnership against Drugs and Crime
April 24, 2003
UNIS/NAR/795
UN, Brazil to Address Urban Insecurity
April 24, 2003
SG/SM/8674
Secretary-General Says Turkey’s Children’s Festival Celebrates Diversity in Spirit of Friendship, Peace, Faithfully Reflecting Un’s Ideas
April 24, 2003
SC/7737
Kosovo Has "Some Way to Go" in Establishing Representative, Functioning Institutions, Security Council Told
April 25, 2003
SG/SM/8675
Human Rights -- Whether Civil, Political, Economic, Social or Cultural -- Are Universal, Must Be Upheld in Every Country, Secretary-General Says
April 25, 2003
SC/7739
Press Statement on Iraq/kuwait by Security Council President
April 25, 2003
SC/7738
Security Council Extends "Oil-for-Food" Programme Until 3 June
April 25, 2003
PI/1473
Committee on Information to Meet from 28 April to 9 May
April 25, 2003
GA/SM/315
In Message for World Book and Copyright Day, President of General Assembly Cites Value of Books, Reading
April 28, 2003
SG/SM/8676
Representatives of Greece, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia Exchange Views Pursuant to Interim Accord
April 28, 2003
SC/7740
Correction to Al-qaida and Taliban List for Security Council 1276 Committee
April 29, 2003
SG/SM/8678
Despite Achievements in Chemical Disarmament, No Room for Complacency, Secretary-General Tells States Parties to Chemical Weapons Convention
April 29, 2003
SG/SM/8677
Tragic Legacy of Chernobyl Will Remain for Generations to Come Says Secretary-General on Anniversary of Nuclear Plant Accident
April 29, 2003
SC/7741
Continued Engagement of International Community Neede in Timor-Leste, Secretary-General’s Special Representative Tells Security Council
April 29, 2003
PI/1474
’The United Naitons Matters, and Its Voice Must Be ’Heard, Committee on Information Told, as Its Begins Current Session
April 30, 2003
SC/7743
Secretary-General Appeals to Security Council for Financial Support to Sustain West African States'' Cote d’Ivoire Peacekeeping Force
April 30, 2003
PI/1475
World Looking to United Nations as Source of Reliable, Impartial Information, Committee on Information Told, as General Debate Continues
April 30, 2003
DSG/2
United Nations and European Commission Sign Framework Partnership Agreement
April 30, 2003
SC/7742
Security Council Forwards ''Ad Litem'' Judge Nominations for Rwanda Tribunal to General Assembly
May 2, 2003
SG/SM/8686
Secretary-General Says Israeli Incursions Against Palestinians Contradict International Efforts to Restart Peace Process
May 2, 2003
SG/SM/8685
Secretary-General Expresses Deep Sadness Over Lives Lost, Injuries and Destruction in Turkish Earthquake
May 2, 2003
SG/SM/8684
Secretary-General Appeals to Security Council to Set Aside Past Differences on Iraq and Find New Unity
May 2, 2003
SG/SM/8683
Secretary-General Congratulates New Prime Minister of Palestinian Authority, Calls Swearing-in of Abu Mazen ?notable Step? in Building Democratic Institutions
May 2, 2003
SG/SM/8682
Secretary-General Welcomes Release of Middle East "Road Map", Urges Both Israelis and Palestinians to Embrace Plan
May 2, 2003
SG/SM/8681
Secretary-General Condemns Terrorist Attack in Tel Aviv, Says It Must Not Derail Peace Process
May 2, 2003
SG/SM/8680
Secretary-General Congratulates New President and Vice-president of Burundi, Notes Ongoing Violence and Instability Despite Ceasefire
May 2, 2003
SG/SM/8679
Secretary-General Appeals to Security Council, Wider International Community for Funds to Secure Peace in Côte d''Ivoire
May 2, 2003
SC/7744
Speakers in Security Council Say United Nations'' Experience in Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping Can Prove Useful in Iraq, Other New Situations
May 2, 2003
PI/1478
Committee Holds Interactive Dialogue with Information Department Officials
May 2, 2003
PI/1477
Under-Secretary-General Shashi Tharoor Welcomes Information Committee’s Endorsement of Dpi’s Restructuring
May 5, 2003
SG/SM/8687
Independent Press Lifeblood of Strong, Functioning Societies, Says Secretary-General on World Press Freedom Day
May 5, 2003
SC/7748
Security Council Congratulates Burundi on 1 May Peaceful Transition of Power, in Presidential Statement
May 5, 2003
PI/1479
Untv’s Current Affairs Talk-Show "World Chronicle" Marks 900th Recording
May 5, 2003
DSG/SM/195
In Remarks at World Press Freedom Day Observance, Deputy Secretary-General Calls for Action on "Hate "Media
May 5, 2003
UNIS/BIO/671
UNODC Appoints New Chief, Terrorism Branch
May 6, 2003
SG/SM/8689
Greater Political Commitment Needed to Put Families at Centre of Public Policy, Says Secretary-General in International Day Message
May 6, 2003
SG/SM/8688
Challenges of Rapid Urbanization at Heart of Millennium Anti-poverty Goals, Says Secretary-General in Message to Un-habitat Session
May 6, 2003
SC/7750
Press Statement on Liberia by President of Security Council
May 6, 2003
SC/7749
Press Statement on Democratic Republic of Congo by Security Council President
May 7, 2003
SG/SM/8691
Secretary-General "Warmly Welcomes" Steps by India, Pakistan to Ease Tensions, Improve Relations
May 7, 2003
SG/SM/8690
Secretary-General Saddened at Death of Walter Sisulu, Hero of South Africa''s Anti-apartheid Movement
May 7, 2003
SC/7754
''We Must Not Fall into Complacency'' in Fight Against Terrorism, Prime Minister of Spain Tells Security Council
May 7, 2003
SC/7753
Press Statement by President of Security Council on Afghanistan
May 7, 2003
SC/7752
Security Council Extends Sanctions against Liberia until 7 May 2004, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1478 (2003)
May 7, 2003
SC/7751
Unstable, Insufficient Security in Afghanistan Casts Long Shadow Over Peace Process, Special Representative Tells Security Council
May 7, 2003
GA/AB/3560
Cost of 11 UN Peacekeeping Missions Extimated at $2.3 Billion for 2003-2004, Fifth Committee Told, as Resumed Session Opens
May 8, 2003
SG/SM/8692
Secretary-General Condemns "Vicious Killings" by Colombian Rebel Group
May 8, 2003
GA/AB/3561
Budget Committee Continues Review of Peacekeeping Financing, Addressing Need for Timely Reimbursement of Troop Contributor
May 9, 2003
SG/SM/8694
Press Freedom, Pluralism of Content Must Go Together, Secretary-General Says in Message for World Telecommunication Day
May 9, 2003
SG/SM/8693
Road Map Very Clear About Goal, Steps to Reach It, Secretary-General Says in Message to International Alliance for Arab-israeli Peace
May 9, 2003
GA/AB/3562
Briefing Fifth Committee on UN Financial Situation, Under-Secretary-General for Management Says 2002 Was Good Year, but Uncertainties Remai
May 12, 2003
UNIS/BIO/672
New Permanent Representative of Sudan Presents Credentials
May 12, 2003
SC/7755
Press Statement on Democratic Republic of Congo by Security Council President
May 13, 2003
UNIS/BIO/673
Minister of Justice of Greece Pays Visit to the Director-General of UNOV
May 13, 2003
UNIS/BIO/674
New Permanent Representative of Colombia Presents Credentials
May 13, 2003
UNIS/CP/427
Human Trafficking, Especially in Women and Children, to Be the Focus of UN Crime Commission Meeting; 40-member Body to Hold Twelfth Session in Vienna from 13 -22 May 2003
May 13, 2003
SG/SM/8696
Secretary-General Asks Security Council to Prevent Further Deterioration of Dire Situation in Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
May 13, 2003
SG/SM/8695
Indigenous Peoples Continue to Be Excluded from Power, Denied Identities, Displaced from Lands Says Secretary-General to Permanent Forum
May 13, 2003
PI/1482
UN Indispensable Foundation for Peace; Must Have Clear, Effective Voice, Reaffirms Information Committee in Comprehensive Draft Text
May 13, 2003
GA/AB/3563
Peacekeeping Support Account, Role of Oversight Services Among Issues Taken up in Budget Committee
May 13, 2003
DSG/SM/196
Is International Community Equipped for Challenges of 21st Century? Asks Deputy Secretary-General in Warsaw Address
May 14, 2003
GA/10135
General Assembly Approves Draft Agreement Between UN, Cambodia on Khmer Rouge Trials
May 14, 2003
GA/AB/3564
Budget Committee Continues Discussion of Peacekeeping Finance Issues, Including Brindisi Logistics Base, Contingent-owned Equipment
May 14, 2003
SC/7756
Security Council Commits to Wider, Effective Use of Charter Provisions Aimed at Peaceful Settlement of Disputes; Presidential Statement, Cites Framework of Chapter Vi; Secretary-General Says Council Should Use Influence to Pre-empt Volatile Issues
May 14, 2003
SC/7758
Security Council Establishes Côte D’ivoire Mission for Six Months, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1479 (2003)
May 14, 2003
SG/SM/8702
Secretary-General Saddened by Death of Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, Former Refugee High Commissioner, "Lifelong "Friend of UN
May 14, 2003
SG/SM/8701
Secretary-General Condemns "Heinous Acts of Terrorism" in Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia
May 14, 2003
SG/SM/8700
Secretary-General Praises "Exceptional Contribution" of Republic of Korea to United Nations, in Message to Korea Society Dinner
May 14, 2003
SG/SM/8699
Quest for Peace Between Israelis, Palestinians at Historic Juncture, Says Secretary-General in Message to Kyiv Support Meeting
May 14, 2003
SG/SM/8698
If Biodiversity Loss Not Stopped, Reaching Millennium Anti-Poverty Goals Might Be Impossible, Says Secretary-General
May 14, 2003
SG/SM/8697
UN Charter Provisions on Peaceful Dispute Settlement at Heart of Collective Security System Says Secretary-General
May 15, 2003
GA/PAL/917
Palestinians, Israelis, International Community Need Political Will for Successful Road Map, Kyiv Meeting on Middle East Told
May 15, 2003
SG/SM/8703
Myanmar Special Envoy to Visit Yangon 6-10 June
May 15, 2003
SG/SM/8704
General Saddened by Death of Long-time UN Colleague Maryan Baquerot
May 15, 2003
UNIS/NAR/796
UNODC Survey Shows No Evidence of Major Shift in Coca Cultivation from Colombia to Peru
May 16, 2003
GA/AB/3565
Full, Timely Payment of Member ’States Dues Essential to United ’Nations Financial Health, Delegates Stress in Budget Committee; Decline in Number of States Paying in Full, Increase in Total Arrears Represent Worrying Trend
May 16, 2003
GA/PAL/918
Kyiv Meeting in Support of Middle East Peace Concludes with Final Document
May 16, 2003
GA/PAL/919
Experts Examine Media Coverage of Israeli-palestinian Conflict; Public Forum in Kyiv Urges Greater Role for Civil Society, Think Tanks, Academics
May 16, 2003
GA/SM/316
"The Family Is A Nation in "Miniature, Says Assembly President, and Calls on Governments, Media to Strengthen Family Unit
May 16, 2003
SG/SM/8705
On Day of Vesak, Secretary-General Calls on World to Heed Buddha’s Message of Mindfulness for Humankind
May 16, 2003
UNIS/CP/428
Workshop on "Trafficking in Human Beings, Especially Women and "Children, Held on 15 May as Part of Twelfth Session of Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice
May 16, 2003
UNIS/BIO/675
New Permanent Representative of Argentina Presents Credentials
May 16, 2003
UNIS/CP/429
Thematic Discussion on "Trafficking in Human Beings, Especially Women and "Children Held as Part of the Twelfth Session of the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice
May 16, 2003
UNIS/NAR/797
Spain Supports UN Drug Control Projects Through Confiscated Assets
May 19, 2003
DSG/SM/197
Deputy Secretary-General Calls for Firm, Sustained Political Commitment by Governments to Millennium Development Goals
May 19, 2003
ENV/DEV/726
World’s Spending Must Double to Meet Water, Sanitation Goals Set at 2000 Millennium Summit, Sustainable Development Commission Told;panel Held to Commemorate Year of Freshwater
May 19, 2003
GA/SM/317
General Assembly President Highlights "Growing "Chasm of Digital Divide, in Message on World Telecommunication Day
May 19, 2003
SC/7759
Security Council Welcomes Ceasefire Agreement for Democratic Republic of Congo, Secretary-General’s Efforts to Address Urgent Humanitarian Situation; Demands That All Congolese Parties, Regional States Refrain from Action That Could Undermine Possib
May 19, 2003
SC/7760
Press Statement on Democratic Republic of Congo by Security Council President
May 19, 2003
SG/SM/8707
"Water-related Diseases Responsible for 80 per Cent of All Illnesses, Deaths in Developing "World, Says Secretary-General in Environment Day Message
May 20, 2003
SC/7761
"Tentative "Budding of New and Fragile Middle East Peace Process Being Witnessed, UN Special Coordinator Tells Security Council; Cites "Road "Map as Best Plan for Peace
May 20, 2003
SC/7762
Security Council Extends Mission in Timor-leste Until 20 May 2004; Uanimously Adopts Resolution 1480 (2003)
May 20, 2003
SC/7763
Security Council Amends Statute of Tribunal for Former Yugoslavia Regarding Functions of "Ad "Litem Judge; Resolution 1481 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
May 20, 2003
SC/7764
Security Council Extends Term of Office for Four Judges of International Tribunal for Rwanda; Adopted Unanimously, Resolution 1482 (2003) Allows for Disposition of Cases in Progress
May 20, 2003
SG/SM/8708
Secretary-General Condemns Bomb Attacks in Casablanca
May 20, 2003
SG/SM/8709
Secretary-General Condemns Suicide Attacks Against Israelis, Urges Protection of Civilians
May 20, 2003
SG/SM/8710
Secretary-General "Profoundly "Saddened at Deaths of Military Observers; Calls on All Congolese Parties to Renounce Violence
May 20, 2003
SG/SM/8711
Secretary-General Disappointed at Failure by Indonesian Government, Free Aceh Movement to Implement Cessation of Hostilities Agreement
May 20, 2003
UNIS/CP/430
Penitentiary Reform Project in Afghanistan Launched
May 21, 2003
SG/SM/8706
Lasting Peace and Security in Central Africa Still Slow in Arriving, Secretary-General Says
May 21, 2003
SG/SM/8712
Secretary-General Urges Anguilla Gathering to Work towards Completion of Decolonization
May 22, 2003
SG/SM/8713
"Peacekeeping by Itself Cannot End War, but It Can Help Prevent A Recurrence of "Fighting, Secretary-General Says in Peacekeepers Day Message
May 22, 2003
SG/SM/8714
"Environment for "Europe Good Example of Cross-border Environmental Cooperation, Secretary-General Says in Message to Kyiv Conference
May 22, 2003
UNIS/CP/431
UN, Portugal Cooperate in Promoting Conventions Against Crime, Terrorism and Corruption
May 23, 2003
DSG/SM/198
Deputy Secretary-General Reiterates UN Commitment to Aid Iraqis, Notes Humanitarian Response Dependent on Availability of Resources
May 23, 2003
GA/10136
General Assembly Endorses Extension of Terms of Office for Four Judges of International Criminal Tribunal for Rwand; Also Adopts Text on Global Road Safety Crisis
May 23, 2003
SC/7765
Security Council Lifts Sanctions on Iraq, Approves UN Role, Calls for Appointment of Secretary-General’s Special Representative; Resolution 1483 (2003) Adopted by Vote of 14 in Favour to None Against, with Syria Not Participating
May 23, 2003
SC/7767
Lack of Security Serious Hindrance to Relief Efforts in Iraq, Top UN Officials Tell Security Council
May 23, 2003
SG/A/836
Secretary-General Appoints William Lacy Swing as New Special Representative for Democratic Republic of Congo
May 23, 2003
SG/SM/8715
Secretary-General Pledges UN Support to Iraq in "Complex and "Difficult Tasks Ahead, in Message to Security Council
May 23, 2003
SG/SM/8716
Secretary-General "Deeply "Saddened by Heavy Loss of Life Following Algerian Earthquake, Offers UN Assistance
May 23, 2003
UNIS/CP/432
Round-up of Session: United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Concludes Its Twelfth Session in Vienna, 13-22 May 2003
May 26, 2003
Note No. 247
Impact of Drugs on Crime and Violence at the Family and Street-level to Be Focus of Attention at International Narcotics Control Board?s 77 Session
May 26, 2003
OBV/351
First International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers to Be Commemorated on 29 May
May 27, 2003
UNIS/NAR/799
International Narcotics Control Board Re-Elects Dr. Emafo of Nigeria as President
May 28, 2003
PI/1484
Library in Georgia Designated as United Nations Depository Library
May 28, 2003
PI/1485
Under-secretary-General for Communications and Public Information Addresses International Communication Conference
May 28, 2003
SG/SM/8717
Secretary-General Mourns International Staff Killed in Plane Crash Following Service in Afghanistan
May 28, 2003
SG/SM/8718
Information Age Creates Vast Opportunities, but Also Generates New ?divides?, Says Secretary-General in Message to Bangkok Conference
May 28, 2003
SG/SM/8720
Transcript of Press Conference by Secretary-General Kofi Annan and Special Representative for Iraq, Sergio Vieira De Mello, 27 May
May 29, 2003
SC/7771
Chair of Security Council Iraq Sanctions Committee Says Procedures Concerning Flights to Iraq No Longer Valid
May 29, 2003
SG/A/837
Secretary-General Appoints Sergio Vieira De Mello as His Special Representative for Iraq
May 29, 2003
SG/A/838
Secretary-General Appoints Nobuyasu Abe as New Under-secretary-General for Disarmament Affairs
May 29, 2003
SG/SM/8721
African Union?s Commitment to Human Rights, Efforts for Conflict Prevention Deserve Fullest Support, Says Secretary-General
May 29, 2003
SG/SM/8722
Secretary-General Urges Renewed Commitment to ?south-south? Cooperation in Message to New York Anniversary Meeting
May 29, 2003
SG/SM/8723
Secretary-General Highlights Key Contributions Islamic Conference Can Make in Iraq, Middle East, Afghanistan in Message to Tehran Session
May 30, 2003
GA/10137
General Assembly Donates 2001 Nobel Peace Prize Award to Memorial Fund Established by Secretary-General; Will Support Education for Children of Staff WHO Have Died in Service of Peace
May 30, 2003
GA/SM/319
General Assembly President Praises Dedication, Courage, Vision of UN Peacekeepers on First International Day
May 30, 2003
SG/SM/8724
Secretary-General Urges Support for Planned UN Convention Against Corruption
May 30, 2003
SG/SM/8725
Secretary-General Welcomes Regional Leaders? Support for His Efforts to Achieve Solution to Colombia?s Conflict
May 30, 2003
SG/SM/8726
Secretary-General ?deeply Concerned? at Hostilities? Impact on Civilians in Aceh, Indonesia
May 30, 2003
SG/SM/8727
Nobel Peace Prizes for 2001, 1988 to Be Used for Memorial Fund, Memorial at United Nations Headquarters
June 2, 2003
DSG/SM/199
’We Can Honour Lost Colleagues by Doing Our Best to Translate United Nations Goals Into ’Reality, Says Deputy Secretary-General in Staff Day Message
June 2, 2003
SC/7772
Security Council Authorizes Interim Force in Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Until 1 September; Resolution 1484 (2003) Adpopted Unanimously
June 2, 2003
SC/7773
Security Council Extends Western Sahara Mission Until 31 July to Allow Time for Consideration of Latest Peace Plan; Resolution 1485 (2003) Adopted Unanimously; Secretary-General Recommends Council Endorsement
June 2, 2003
SC/7774
Security Council Considers Peace, Security Issues Affecting Africa in Advance of Upcoming Missions to Continent; More than 30 Speakers Participate in Day-long Meeting Held After Council Decision Authorizes Emergency Force for Democratic Republic of Congo
June 2, 2003
SG/SM/8728
Secretary-General Welcomes Agreement Between Government of Venezuela, Opposition
June 3, 2003
SG/SM/8729
Secretary-General Concerned About Situation in Myanmar, Renews Call for Dialogue Between Government and National League for Democracy
June 3, 2003
SG/SM/8730
Secretary-General Urges ?group of Eight? Leaders to Support Action to Attain Millennium Development Goals
June 3, 2003
SG/SM/8731
Secretary-General Calls on ?group of Eight?, African Leaders to Address Africa?s Food Security, HIV/AIDS Challenges
June 3, 2003
SG/SM/8732
Secretary-General ?heartened? by Security Council Approval of Multinational Force for Democratic Republic of Congo
June 3, 2003
SG/SM/8733
Secretary-General ?worried? by Continued Detention of National League for Democracy Leaders in Myanmar
June 3, 2003
UNEP/153
New Initiative to Combat Growing Global Menace of Environmental Crime; UNEP Launches ’Green ’Customs Project to Help Customs Officers Beat Illegal Trade in Chemicals, Hazardous Wastes, Endangered Species
June 4, 2003
SG/SM/8734
Secretary-General Urges Opposition in Zimbabwe to Demonstrate Peacefully, Government to Respect Freedom of Expression, Assembly
June 4, 2003
UNIS/NAR/800
New Representative of the UNODC Office in Peru Nominated
June 5, 2003
SG/SM/8735
Secretary-General Says Liberia ?torn Apart by Disastrous Conflict? for Too Long; Ghana Conference at Last Offers Hope for Peaceful Resolution
June 5, 2003
SG/SM/8736
Secretary-General Warmly Welcomes Middle East Summit in Aqaba; Pledges Personal Efforts to Assist Parties in Achieving Just Peace
June 6, 2003
PI/1487
United Nations Video Team Wins ?best Political Story? Award at Cnn World Report Conference
June 6, 2003
SC/7777
UN Inspectors Found No Evidence of Prohibited Weapons Programmes as of 18 March Withdrawal, Hans Blix Tells Security Council; Says New Environment in Iraq, with Full Access and Cooperation,should Allow Establishment of Truth About ?unaccounted For? Item
June 6, 2003
SC/7779
Press Statement on Inspection Commission Chairman Hans Blix by Security Council President
June 6, 2003
UNEP/155
UNEP Urges Action to Better Manage Globe?s Groundwaters; World Environment Day June 5: Water -- Two Billion People Are Dying for It!
June 6, 2003
UNIS/OS/260
-- Background Release UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space to Hold Forty-sixth Session in Vienna, 11-20 June 2003; the Implementation of Unispace Iii Recommendations, A Draft Resolution on the Concept of the "Launching "State and Ot
June 10, 2003
DEV/2416
UNIDO Named Fifth Core Agency of Global Compact; Number of Companies Participating Nowexceeds 1,000 -? Many Are Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises
June 10, 2003
GA/10138
General Assembly Elects Julian Hunte (saint Lucia) President of Fifty-eighth Session; Also Elects Main Committee Chairmen,vice-presidents; Extends Appointment of UNCTAD Secretary-General
June 10, 2003
SC/7783
Security Council Urged to Ensure Greater Participation of Women in Peace Efforts
June 10, 2003
SG/A/839
Sheikha Hessa of Qatar Appointed New Special Rapporteur for Disability
June 10, 2003
SG/A/840
Secretary-General Appoints Jan Egeland of Norway New Under-secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs
June 10, 2003
SG/SM/8737
Secretary-General to Dispatch Assessment Mission to Central Africa
June 10, 2003
SG/SM/8738
Secretary-General?s Special Envoy Arrives in Myanmar
June 10, 2003
SG/SM/8739
Representatives of Greece, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia Meet Under Auspices of Secretary-General
June 10, 2003
SG/SM/8740
Secretary-General Alarmed at Impact of Fighting in Liberia
June 10, 2003
SG/SM/8741
Talking About Drugs Essential to Breaking Silence, Stigma of Drug-dependence, Secretary-General Says in Message for International Day
June 10, 2003
SG/SM/8742
?united Nations Is in Front Line in Fight Against Corruption?, Secretary-General Says in Message to Harvard Programme
June 10, 2003
SG/SM/8743
Secretary-General Deplores Violence by Palestinian Groups, Says Road Map Is Best Path to Just, Lasting Peace
June 10, 2003
SG/SM/8744
Secretary-General Condemns Coup Attempt in Mauritania
June 10, 2003
UNIS/BIO/677
New Permanent Observer of the Organization of the Islamic Conference Presents Credentials
June 10, 2003
UNIS/BIO/678
New Permanent Representative of Morocco Presents Credentials
June 11, 2003
SC/7785
Kosovo Progress Significant, but Achieving Freedom of Movement, Minority Participation, Refugee Returns Still Challenges, Security Council Told; Assistant Secretary-General Says 4 June Murderof Kosovo Serbs ?horrific? Reminder That Much Work Remains
June 11, 2003
SG/SM/8745
Future for Millions of Young Refugees Jeopardized by War, Hatred, Exile, Says Secretary-General in Message on International Day
June 11, 2003
SG/SM/8746
Secretary-General Seriously Concerned by Attempted Extra-judicial Killing by Israeli Defence Forces
June 11, 2003
SG/SM/8747
Secretary-General Welcomes Report from Myanmar Envoy That Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Is Uninjured; Urges Her Release
June 12, 2003
SC/7786
Security Council Extends Cyprus Force Until 15 December, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1486 (2003)
June 12, 2003
SC/7788
Security Council Committee Adds Name of Individual to List
June 12, 2003
SG/A/841
Secretary-General Appoints Jane Holl Lute of United States as Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations
June 12, 2003
SG/A/842
Secretary-General Appoints Nigel Fisher of Canada Executive Director of UN Office for Project Services
June 12, 2003
SG/A/843
Secretary-General Appoints José Antonio Ocampo of Colombia New Under-secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs
June 12, 2003
SG/SM/8748
Secretary-General Condemns ?in Strongest Possible Terms? Suicide Bombing by Hamas in Jerusalem
June 12, 2003
UNIS/CP/433
United Nations and European Commission Join Forces to Curb Corruption; Hungary Presents UN Anti-corruption Pilot Project to Eu Experts
June 13, 2003
SC/7789
Security Council Requests One-year Extension of UN Peacekeeper Immunity from International Criminal Court; Adopts Resolution 1487 (2003) by 14-0-3 (france, Germany, Syria);secretary-General Says Continued Annual Adoption Could Undermine Court, Council
June 13, 2003
SC/7791
Security Council Committee Issues Guidelines to Identify Individuals, Entities Whose Financial Assets Should Be Transferred to Iraq Development Fund
June 13, 2003
SG/SM/8749
In Statement to Security Council, Secretary-General Voices Concerns Over Extending UN Peacekeepers? Immunity from Icc Action
June 13, 2003
SG/SM/8750
?desertification Is Both A Cause and A Consequence of Poverty?, Secretary-General Says in Message for International Day
June 13, 2003
UNIS/CP/435
Training Course on the United Nations Standards and Norms in Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Law Enforcement
June 13, 2003
UNIS/CP/434
UNICRI and the Italian Government in Defence of Children?s Rights in Angola
June 16, 2003
SC/7792
In Briefing to Security Council, Under-secretary-General for Political Affairs Urges Israelis, Palestinians to Stay Course of Peace
June 16, 2003
SC/7793
Press Statement on Middle East by Security Council President
June 16, 2003
SC/7794
Security Council Committee Adds Alternative Names to One Entry in Al-qaida Section of Consolidated List
June 16, 2003
SG/SM/8751
Secretary-General to Attend "Quartet Meeting in Amman, Jordan, 22 June
June 16, 2003
SG/SM/8752
Secretary-General Calls for Ratification by All States of Convention Against Torture, Optional Protocol, in Message for International Day
June 16, 2003
SG/SM/8754
"Global Virtual "University Offers Prospect of Constructive International Cooperation for Sustainable Development, Says Secretary-General
June 16, 2003
SG/SM/8755
Secretary-General Welcomes Signing of Ceasefire Agreement by Liberian Government, Opposition Groups
June 17, 2003
SG/SM/8753
Secretary-General Welcomes Dispatch of Regional Transition Team to Bougainville
June 17, 2003
UNIS/CP/436
UNICEF and UNODC Join Forces to Fight Human Trafficking
June 18, 2003
UNIS/NAR/801
Decline of Opium Cultivation in the "Golden "Triangle
June 18, 2003
UNIS/NAR/802
UNODC Launches Radio Campaign "Let’s Talk About "Drugs
June 18, 2003
SC/7795
Security Council Urges International Community to Strengthen Cooperation Against Drug Production, Trafficking in Afghanistan-- in Presidential Statement, Council Also Stresses Need to Improve Security in Provinces, Extend Transitional Administration Auth
June 19, 2003
GA/10139
General Assembly Adopts Peacekeeping Budget of $2.17 Billion, Financing 11 Active Missions for 2003/2004
June 19, 2003
SC/7796
Security Council Hears Report on Mission to Central Africa Supporting Peace Processes in Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo
June 19, 2003
SG/A/844
Secretary-General Appoints New UN Special Envoy to Horn of Africa as Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
June 19, 2003
SG/SM/8756
Secretary-General, in Message to St. Petersburg Forum, Says Commonwealth of Independent States Starting to Harvest ’Fruits of Economic Reform
June 19, 2003
SG/SM/8757
Information Technology Must Be Harnessed to Global Mission of Peace, Development, Says Secretary-General in Message to New York Conference
June 20, 2003
GA/10140
General Assembly Committee Voices Support for Convention on Rights of People with Disabilities
June 20, 2003
GA/PAL/920
Middle East Situation Remains Unclear, Full of Mixed, Contradictory Developments, Palestinian Rights Committee Told
June 20, 2003
GA/SM/321
General Assembly President, in Refugee Day Message, Salutes Courage of Displaced "as They Strive towards Better "Lives
June 20, 2003
SG/A/845
Secretary-General Appoints Rosemary Mccreery of Ireland as Assistant Secretary-General for Human Resources Management
June 20, 2003
SG/A/846
Secretary-General Appoints Five Eminent Persons to Follow up on World Conference Against Racism
June 20, 2003
UNIS/NAR/805
UN, Central Asian Governments Launch Projects to Counter Heroin Flow from Afghanistan
June 23, 2003
GA/SM/322
General Assembly President Calls for Recommitment to International Cooperation to Control Illicit Drugs
June 23, 2003
SC/7798
Plight of Civilians in Armed Conflict Remains Considerable, Grave Problem, Under-secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Tells Security Council; Says Core Protection Principles Adopted by Council in 2002 Important Tool;success Will Be Determined by Nu
June 23, 2003
SG/A/847
Secretary-General Appoints Andrew Toh of Singapore as Assistant Secretary-General for Central Support Services
June 23, 2003
SG/SM/8758
Secretary-General ’Deeply ’Disturbed by News of Abduction of Two UN Military Observers in Democratic Republic of Congo
June 23, 2003
SG/SM/xxx
Annan’s Message of Hope: Let Us Build on A World of Increasing Openess, Freedom and Mutual Confidence, Secretary-General Tells Leaders Gathered for the World Economic Forum
June 23, 2003
UNIS/BIO/679
New Permanent Representative of the Republic of Korea Presents Credentials
June 24, 2003
DSG/SM/200
UN Requesting $259 Million for Humanitarian Assistance to Iraq, Deputy Secretary-General Says
June 24, 2003
GA/10141
General Assembly Adopts Steps to Strengthen Implementation of Major Summit Development Goals; Will Enhance Un’s Role, Political Importance, Says Assembly President
June 24, 2003
GA/SM/323
General Assembly President Says Efforts of Working Group on Follow-up to Major UN Conferences Make UN More Relevant, Visible
June 24, 2003
SC/7794/Rev.1
Security Council Committee Changes Primary Name Identifier of One Entry in Al-qaida Section of Consolidated List
June 24, 2003
SG/SM/8759
Secretary-General Says World at Crossroads Between Horrors, Hope of 20th Century, in Address to World Economic Forum
June 24, 2003
SG/SM/8760
Secretary-General Gravely Concerned at Report Concerning Detention of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi in Myanmar
June 24, 2003
UNIS/BIO/680
President of National Assembly of Chile Calls on UNOV Director-General
June 24, 2003
UNIS/OS/261
- UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space Concludes Forty-sixth Session in Vienna; A Report on the Implementation of the Unispace Iii Recommendations Was Prepared, and the Issue of Space Debris, the International Satellite System for Search and
June 25, 2003
SG/SM/8741
Talking About Drugs Essential to Breaking Silence, Stigma of Drug-dependence, Secretary-General Says in Message for International Day
June 25, 2003
UNIS/CP/437
Expert Meeting on the World Crime and Justice Report, 2004-2005
June 25, 2003
UNIS/NAR/803
UNODC Launches "Let’s Talk About "Drugs Campaign on 26 June, the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
June 25, 2003
UNIS/NAR/804
Message from Mr. Antonio Maria Costa, Executive Director, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime on the Occasion of the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, 26 June 2003 -- "Let’s Talk About "Drugs
June 25, 2003
UNIS/NAR/806
World Drug Trends: UN Sees Major Changes
June 26, 2003
BIO/3506
Bruno Cathala of France Elected Registrar of International Criminal Court
June 26, 2003
ECO/32
Trade Slump, Unemployment Hold Back World Economic Growth, Says Annual United Nations Report Released Today
June 26, 2003
ECOSOC/6052
Economic and Social Council to Begin Annual Session on 30 June with High-level Meeting on Rural Development; Scheduled to Conclude on 25 July, Council Will Also Consider UN Development Activities, Coordination Issues, Humanitarian Affairs, Conference Fol
June 26, 2003
HR/4680
Joint Statement Issued on United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
June 26, 2003
SG/SM/8761
Secretary-General Deeply Concerned at Renewed Fighting in Liberia, Calls for Immediate Cessation of Hostilities
June 26, 2003
SG/SM/8762
Cooperatives Provide Vital Health, Housing, Banking Services, Secretary-General Says in Message for International Day
June 27, 2003
GA/SM/324
UN Efforts Against Torture Will Persist Until "Atrocious "Practice Has Vanished, Says General Assembly President on International Day
June 27, 2003
SC/7799
Security Council Extends Disengagement Force Monitoring Israel-syria Ceasefire Until 31 December
June 27, 2003
SC/7800
Security Council Extends UN Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo Until 30 July; Resolution 1489 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
June 27, 2003
SC/7801
Press Statement on Democratic Republic of Congo by Security Council President
June 27, 2003
SC/7802
Security Council Committee on Liberia Revises List of Revolutionary United Front Members
June 27, 2003
SC/7803
Security Council Committee Adds Names of 17 Individuals to Al-qaida Section of Consolidated List
June 27, 2003
SG/SM/8763
Information, Services Crucial to Fight Against AIDS, Broader Quest for Good Health, Secretary-General Says in Population Day Message
June 27, 2003
UNIS/L/91
UN Commission on International Trade Law to Hold Thirty-sixth Session in Vienna, 30 June-11 July 2003 to Adopt New Model Legislation on Privately Financed Infrastructure Projects
June 27, 2003
UNIS/OS/262
UN Holds Workshop on Remote Sensing Applications and Education
July 1, 2003
HR/4682
UN Rights Experts Call for Respect of Liberties in Anti-terror Measures
July 1, 2003
Note No. 249
Foreign Minister of the Republic of Lithuania Pays Visit to the Director-General of UNOV
July 1, 2003
SC/7802/Rev.1
Security Council Committee on Liberia Revises List of Revolutionary United Front Members
July 1, 2003
SG/SM/8764
Secretary-General Welcomes Ceasefire Announcement by Palestinian Groups
July 1, 2003
SG/SM/8765
Secretary-General Welcomes "Critically "Important Israeli-palestinian Agreement, Commends Us Role
July 1, 2003
SG/SM/8766
Ibn Khaldun Centre Has Key Role in Advancing Knowledge, Development in Egypt, Arab World, Says Secretary-General
July 1, 2003
SG/SM/8767
Secretary-General Urges Global Action on Rural Development, in Address to Ecosoc High-level Segment
July 1, 2003
SG/SM/8768
Entry Into Force of Convention on Migrant Workers Landmark in Struggle for Human Rights Protection, Secretary-General Says
July 1, 2003
UNIS/BIO/681
New Permanent Representative of Australia Presents Credentials
July 2, 2003
SC/7804
President of United Nations Security Council and Chairman of Military Staff Committee in July
July 2, 2003
SG/SM/8769
Secretary-General Welcomes Announcement Naming Ministers of New Government of Democratic Republic of Congo
July 2, 2003
SG/SM/8770
"Each Contribution, However Small, Can Make A "Difference, Secretary General Says
July 3, 2003
ECO/33
United Nations Global Compact Announces Milestone: 1,000 Businesses Now Participating; Annual Report Illustrates How Companies, Labour and Civil Society Are Working Together to Advance Corporate Citizenship
July 3, 2003
SC/7805
Press Statement on Transition in Democratic Republic of Congo by Security Council President
July 3, 2003
SC/7806
Security Council Committee Adopts List of Individuals Whose Financial Assets Should Be Transferred to the Development Fund for Iraq
July 3, 2003
SG/SM/8771
Secretary-General Highlights Close Partnership Between United Nations and Caribbean Community, in Address to Montego Bay Meeting
July 3, 2003
UNIS/BIO/682
New Permanent Representative of Afghanistan Presents Credentials
July 3, 2003
UNIS/CP/438
First Biennial Meeting of States on the Implementation of the 2001 Plan of Action on Small Arms and Light Weapons Opens in New York on 7 July
July 4, 2003
DC/2871
First Biennial Meeting of States to Consider Implementation of Action Plan to Combat Illicit Small Arms Trade Opens in New York on 7 July
July 4, 2003
DSG/SM/201
Deputy Secretary-General Welcomes Adoption of "Historic "Resolution on Prevention of Armed Conflict by General Assembly
July 4, 2003
GA/10145
General Assembly, by Consensus, Adopts "Landmark Resolution on Prevention of Armed Conflict; Roles of States, UN Bodies, Other Stakeholders Defined; Assembly Extends Mandate of Working Group on Security Council Enlargement
July 4, 2003
NGO/513
27 Non-governmental Organizations Approved for Association with Department of Public Information
July 4, 2003
SC/7807
At End of Tenure, Secretary-General’s Special Representative Briefs Security Council on Situation in Kosovo; Says Kosovo Has Embarked on Road towards Liberated, Functioning, Democratic Society
July 4, 2003
SC/7808
Security Council Continues Mandate of UN Iraq-kuwait Observer Mission Until 6 October;resolution 1490 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
July 4, 2003
SC/7809
Security Council Committee Corrects Name of An Individual to Its List
July 4, 2003
UNIS/VIC/101
President of Mongolia Visits UNOV, Signs Cooperation Agreement on Drugs and Crime
July 7, 2003
UNIS/CP/439
UN Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime to Enter Into Force on 29 September 2003
July 8, 2003
SC/7810
In Meeting on Democratic Republic of Congo, Security Council Hears Call for End to Impunity for Perpetrators of Violence
July 8, 2003
SC/7811
Security Council Liberia Timber Ban Comes Into Force
July 8, 2003
SG/SM/8772
Secretary-General Says United Nations Is Firmly Committed to Assisting World Community in Combating Illicit Small Arms Trade
July 8, 2003
SG/SM/8773
Secretary-General "Strongly "Deplores Terrorist Attacks in Pakistan, Russian Federation
July 8, 2003
SG/SM/8775
Secretary-General Welcomes Liberian President Taylor’s Decision to Resign and Leave Liberia
July 8, 2003
UNIS/BIO/683
New Permanent Representative of Monaco Presents Credentials
July 8, 2003
UNIS/CP/440
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Develops Model Laws to Help Combat Terrorism
July 9, 2003
SG/SM/8776
Secretary-General Expresses Gratitude for Efforts of Special Representative Michael Steiner in Kosovo
July 10, 2003
SC/7812
Security Council Hears Briefing on Mission to West Africa, Including Visits to Guinea-bissau, Nigeria, Ghana, Côte D’ivoire, Guinea, Sierra Leone; Mission Head Notes Unity of Liberian Civil Society Groups, Political Parties in Calls for Intern
July 10, 2003
SG/SM/8774
UN, International Organization of La Francophonie Share Goals of Conflict Prevention, Democracy, Development, Says Secretary-General
July 10, 2003
UNIS/BIO/684
New Permanent Representative of Burkina Faso Presents Credentials
July 10, 2003
UNIS/VIC/102
Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Pays Visit to UNOV Director-General
July 11, 2003
GA/SM/325
Adolescents Have Right to Health-care Services and Information, General Assembly President Says on World Population Day
July 11, 2003
SC/7813
Press Statement on Situation in Burundi by Security Council President
July 11, 2003
SG/A/848
Secretary-General Appoints Jacques Klein as His Special Representative for Liberia
July 11, 2003
SG/SM/8777
Secretary-General Annan Calls on African Leaders to Point Way to Tolerance, Understanding and Peaceful Resolution of Conflict
July 11, 2003
SG/SM/8778
In Address to African Union Summit, Secretary-General Outlines Major Challenges, Urgent Areas Where Africa Must "Demonstrate Ownership Through "Action
July 11, 2003
UNIS/L/92
UN Commission on International Trade Law Concludes Thirty-sixth Sessionin Vienna, 30 June-11 July 2003; Adopts New Model Legislation on Privately Financed Infrastructure Projects
July 14, 2003
POP/870
World Population Day 2003: "One Billion Adolescents: the Right to Health, Information and Services"; UNFPA Calls for More Action to Support Young People
July 14, 2003
SC/7814
Security Council Extends Mandate of Multinational Stabilization Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina for Another Year; Resolution 1491 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
July 14, 2003
SG/A/848/Rev.1*
Secretary-General Appoints Jacques Klein as His Special Representative for Liberia
July 15, 2003
DSG/SM/202
UN System Needs Pay, Benefits That Contribute to Improved Performance, Deputy Secretary-General Tells International Civil Service Commission
July 15, 2003
IK/370
ESCWA Post-war Meeting on Iraq Concludes; Calls for A Stronger UN Role
July 15, 2003
SG/SM/8779
Secretary-General Calls Again for Immediate Release of Alan Jara on Second Anniversary of Kidnapping in Colombia
July 15, 2003
UNIS/NAR/807
United Nations, Regional Group Cooperate Against Drug and Crime Flow from West and Central Asia
July 16, 2003
SC/7815
Press Statement on Central African Republic by Security Council President
July 16, 2003
SG/SM/8780
Answer to Palestinian Problem Lies in Performance of Steps Required to Implement Road Map, Secretary-General Says
July 17, 2003
SAG/147
Managing Corn Pest in Central and Eastern Europe; Italy Funds Three-year Regional Project Under FAO Trust Fund for Food Security
July 17, 2003
SC/7816
Press Statement on Somalia by Security Council President
July 17, 2003
SG/SM/8781
Secretary-General "Strongly "Condemns Coup D’état in Sao Tome and Principe
July 17, 2003
SG/SM/8782
Secretary-General "Very "Pleased at Appointment of Oluyemi Adeniji as Foreign Minister of Nigeria
July 17, 2003
SG/SM/8783
Secretary-General Emphasizes Need for Immediate Release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi in Meeting with Myanmar’s Deputy Foreign Minister
July 18, 2003
SC/7817
Security Council Urges Ethiopia and Eritrea to Provide Full and Prompt Cooperation to Boundary Commission, Reiterates Concern on Outstanding Issues
July 18, 2003
SC/7818
In Briefing to Security Council, Special Coordinator for Middle East Peace Calls on Parties to "Stay the "Course in Face of Possible Ceasefire Violations; Says Revived Peace Process Has Made "Encouraging "Progress
July 18, 2003
SG/SM/8784
To Mount Effective Global Response to HIV/AIDS, Total Spending Must Rise to $10 Billion A Year by 2005, Secretary-General Says
July 18, 2003
SG/SM/8785
Secretary-General Welcomes Installation of National Unity Government in Democratic Republic of Congo
July 21, 2003
HR/CT/636
Human Rights Committee Reviews Situation of Civil and Political Rights in Slovakia
July 21, 2003
SC/7819
Security Council Approves "Modified Status "Quo Option for Drawdown of Sierra Leone Force, Culminating in Complete Withdrawal by End of 2004
July 21, 2003
SC/7820
Security Council Considers Way Forward in Democratic Republic of Congo, Hearing 28 Speakers; European Union’s Response to Appeal for Emergency Force Is Welcomed
July 21, 2003
UNIS/CP/441
UN Convention Against Corruption: Final Round of Negotiations Begins in Vienna; Ad Hoc Committee for the Negotiation of A Convention Against Corruption Begins Sixth Session, 21 July-8 August 2003
July 22, 2003
SG/SM/8786
Informed of Communication of Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, Secretary-General Considers It to Be Positive
July 22, 2003
SG/SM/8787
Secretary-General Condemns Resumption of Hostilities in Liberia; Renews Call for Force Deployment to Restore Calm
July 22, 2003
SG/SM/8788
Secretary-General Appoints Nitin Desai as Special Adviser for World Summit on Information Society
July 23, 2003
ECOSOC/6086
Ecosoc Adopts Texts Recommended by Commissions on Crime Prevention, Narcotic Drugs, Status of Women; Also Adopts Resolutions on UNAIDS, World Summit on Information Society, Programme of Action in Favour of Ldcs, and Genetic Privacy
July 23, 2003
SC/7821
Goal in Iraq Is Early End to Occupation, Formation of Representative Government, Secretary-General Tells Security Council; Questions of Sovereignty, Security, UN Role at Centre of Debate
July 23, 2003
SG/SM/8789
Secretary-General Urges Security Council to Keep Interests of Iraqi People at Forefront, During First Progress Report by His Special Representative
July 23, 2003
SG/SM/8790
Secretary-General "Deeply "Concerned by Increased Violence in Jammu and Kashmir; Urges Restraint by Those Concerned
July 24, 2003
SC/7823
Fight Against Terrorism Would Be Long with No Short Cuts, Counter-terrorism Committee Chairman Tells Security Council; Committee Work Programme Presented; 25 Speakers Review Progress, Problems
July 25, 2003
SC/7824
Press Statement by Security Council President on Situation in Liberia
July 25, 2003
SC/7825
Security Council Reiterates Need to Implement Peace and Ceasefire Agreements in Côte D’ivoire, with View to Elections in 2005
July 28, 2003
ECOSOC/6092
- Round-up Economic and Social Council Suspends 2003 Substantive Session; Session Focused on Rural Development, UN Development Activities, Coordination Issues, Humanitarian Affairs, Implementation of Summit Outcomes
July 28, 2003
HR/CT/639
Human Rights Committee Considers Israel’s Second Periodic Report on Compliance with International Covenant
July 28, 2003
SC/7826
Security Council Endorses Recommendations of Its Missions to Central and West African Subregions and Expresses Hope for Their Implementation
July 28, 2003
SG/SM/8791
Secretary-General Welcomes Restoration of Constitutional Order, Commends Mediation Efforts, in Sao Tome and Principe
July 28, 2003
SG/SM/8792
Resolving Nuclear, Security Issues A Pressing Priority in Korean Conflict, Secretary-General Says on 50 Anniversary of Armistice Agreement
July 28, 2003
SG/SM/8793
Secretary-General Calls on Newly Launched Commission on Private Sector and Development to Foster Millennium Development Goals
July 28, 2003
SG/SM/8794
Secretary-General "Very "Pleased with United States Decision to Position "Appropriate Military "Capabilities off Liberian Coast
July 29, 2003
SC/7827
Distinctions Between Security Council Committees Dealing with Terrorism (1267 Committee and Counter-terrorism Committee)
July 29, 2003
SC/7828
Security Council Extends Democratic Republic of Congo Mission Until 30 July 2004, Raises Troop Level to 10,800; Unanimously Adopts Resolution 1493 (2003); Institutes 12-month Arms Embargo on North and South Kivu, Ituri
July 29, 2003
SG/2083
Secretary-General to Convene Fifth High-level Meeting on Cooperation Between United Nations and Regional Organizations
July 29, 2003
SG/SM/8795
Secretary-General Congratulates Security Council on Giving Monuc Strong Mandate to Fulfil Difficult Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo
July 29, 2003
SG/SM/8796
Secretary-General Remembers Lost, Pledges Continued United Nations Support, on 40 Anniversary of Skopje Earthquake
July 29, 2003
SG/SM/8797
Secretary-General Outraged by Continued High Rate of Civilian Casualties in Monrovia, Liberia
July 29, 2003
UNIS/CP/442
UNODC Strengthens Cooperation Among International Organizations to Fight Corruption
July 30, 2003
PI/1494
Role of Media in Internet Age Focus of World Electronic Media Forum to Be Held in Geneva, 9-11 December; Organized by UN, Switzerland, European Broadcasting Union as Part of World Summit on Information Society
July 30, 2003
SC/7830
Some Recent Success Achieved Againt Al Qaeda, but Recent Attacks Underscore Challenges Ahead in Fight Against Terrorism, Security Council Told; Chair of Committee Monitoring Sanctions Against Taliban/al Qaeda Says Consolidated List Improved, Number of Me
July 30, 2003
SC/7831
Security Council Committee Issues Non-paper on the Implementation of Paragraph 23 of Resolution 1483 (2003)
July 30, 2003
SG/A/852
Secretary-General Appoints Harri Holkeri of Finland as Special Representative for Kosovo
July 30, 2003
SG/SM/8798
Secretary-General Hopes Meeting with Regional Organizations Develops "New Vision of Global "Security to Face Unprecedented Challenges
July 30, 2003
SG/SM/8799
Indigenous Peoples Rich and Integral Part of Human Tapestry, Have Much to Be Proud of, Much to Teach, Secretary-General Says
July 30, 2003
SG/SM/8800
Asian-african Conference Offers Opportunity to Build "Strategic Bridge Across Indian "Ocean, Secretary-General Says in Message to Bandung Meeting
July 30, 2003
SG/SM/8801
Secretary-General Thanks Manchester United Football Team for Longstanding Commitment to UN Children’s Fund
July 31, 2003
SC/7832
Security Council Extends Observer Mission in Georgia Until 31 January 2004, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1494 (2003)
July 31, 2003
SEA/1778
Jozef Franzen of Slovakia Elected President of Seabed Assembly for 2003
July 31, 2003
SG/SM/8802
Secretary-General Urges Parties to Persist with Efforts to Bring Nepalese Peace Process Back on Track
July 31, 2003
SG/SM/8803
July 31, 2003
SG/2084
Fifth High-level Meeting Between UN and Regional Organizations Concludes Following Two-day Discussion of Main Challenges to International Peace and Security
August 1, 2003
SC/7834
Security Council Extends Mandate of Interim Force in Lebanon Until 31 January 2004
August 1, 2003
SC/7835
President of United Nations Security Council and Chairman of Military Staff Committee in August
August 1, 2003
SG/SM/8804
Global Community Must Do More to Demonstrate Commitment to Nuclear Disarmament and Non-proliferation, Secretary-General Tells People of Hiroshima
August 1, 2003
SG/SM/8805
Secretary-General Gratified with Security Council’s Support for Western Sahara Peace Plan, Invites Parties to "Act "Constructively
August 1, 2003
UNIS/CP/443
New UN Video Spots Encourage Trafficking Victims, General Public to Resist Modern Slavery
August 1, 2003
SC/7833
Security Council Extends Mandate of Western Sahara Mission, Calls on Parties to Work towards Acceptance of Special Envoy’s Peace Plan
August 4, 2003
SG/SM/8806
Secretary-General Encouraged by Prospect of Early Six-way Talks on Korean Issues
August 4, 2003
SC/7836
Security Council Authorizes Multinational Force to Support Ceasefire in Liberia
August 5, 2003
SC/7837
Security Council Authorizes West African, French Forces in Côte D’ivoire for Six More Months; Resolution 1498 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
August 5, 2003
SC/7838
Press Statement on Guinea-bissau by Security Council President
August 5, 2003
SG/SM/8807
Secretary-General Welcomes Establishment, Swift Deployment of Liberia Multinational Force
August 5, 2003
SG/SM/8808
Secretary-General Condemns "Brutal "Murder of UN Police Officer in Kosovo
August 6, 2003
GA/PAL/927
Israeli Hesitance on Middle East "Road "Map, Building of Separation Wall Among Concerns Raised in Palestinian Rights Committee
August 6, 2003
SG/SM/8809
Strategies Needed to Offer Young Chance at Decent, Productive Work Says Secretary-General on International Youth Day
August 6, 2003
SG/SM/8810
Secretary-General Horrified by Jakarta Bomb Attack; Condemns "Despicable Act in Strongest Possible Terms
August 6, 2003
SG/SM/8811
Secretary-General Commends Regional Response to Solomon Islands Crisis
August 6, 2003
SG/SM/8812
United Nations Cannot Condone Persecution, Discrimination "On Any Grounds", Says Secretary-General, Following Headquarters Event on Rights of Lesbians, Gays
August 7, 2003
AFR/686
United Nations Humanitarian Agencies Request $69 Million in Emergency Assistance for Liberia
August 7, 2003
PAL/1960
Palestine Relief Agency Welcomes New United States Pledge to Emergency Appeal
August 7, 2003
SC/7839
Bougainville Peace Process Can Proceed with Remaining Steps, as Second Stage of Weapons Collection Completed, Security Council Told
August 7, 2003
SG/SM/8813
"Without Urgent Action More Lives Will Be "Lost Says Secretary-General, as UN Humanitarian Agencies Request Emergency Funds for Liberia
August 8, 2003
SG/A/853
Secretary-General Appoints Alvaro De Soto of Peru Special Representative for Western Sahara
August 8, 2003
SG/SM/8814
Ralph Bunche Towering 20 Century Figure, Blazing Idealist, Champion of Peace, Says Secretary-General at Headquarters Ceremony
August 11, 2003
GA/SM/326
General Assembly President Urges Member States to Honour Diversity of Their Indigenous People in Message on International Day
August 11, 2003
HR/CT/640
- Human Rights Committee Concludes Seventy-eighth Session; Adopts Final Conclusions, Recommendations on Reports of Slovakia, Portugal, El Salvador, Israel
August 11, 2003
SC/7840
Press Statement on Kosovo by Security Council President
August 11, 2003
SG/SM/8816
Secretary-General Urges Restraint Following Exchanges of Fire Across Southern Lebanon’s "Blue "Line
August 11, 2003
UNIS/CP/444
Corruption Convention Talks to Continue in September
August 11, 2003
UNIS/VIC/103
Students Introduced to World of UN Diplomacy; UNOV Hosts Vienna International Model United Nations (vimun) (10 - 14 August 2003)
August 12, 2003
SG/SM/8817
Secretary-General Condemns Hezbollah’s Shelling of Israel
August 12, 2003
SG/SM/8818
Secretary-General Welcomes Resignation of President Charles Taylor; Hopes Event Marks Beginning of End for Liberia’s "Long "Nightmare
August 13, 2003
GA/SM/327
General Assembly President Urges Government Action on Youth Unemployment in Message on International Youth Day
August 13, 2003
SG/SM/8815
Crucial Need for Exchange, Dialogue Between Muslim, Western Worlds Says Secretary-General in Message to Morocco Symposium
August 13, 2003
SG/SM/8819
Secretary-General Condemns Suicide Bombings in Israel; Urges Restraint in Face of Provocation
August 14, 2003
L/3045
Three Candidates Nominated for Position of Deputy Prosecutor of International Criminal Court
August 14, 2003
SC/7841
Security Council Requests Mandate Extension Until 31 October for Panel Investigating Plunder of Resources in Democratic Republic of Congo; Adopts Resolution 1499 (2003) Unanimously
August 14, 2003
SC/7842
Security Council Committee Adds Name of One Individual to Al-qaida Section of Consolidated List
August 18, 2003
SC/7843
Security Council Establishes UN Assistance Mission in Iraq, Welcomes Creation of Governing Council as "Important Step"; Resolution 1500 (2003) Adopted by 14-0-1 (syria)
August 18, 2003
SC/7844
Press Statement on Burundi by Security Council President
August 18, 2003
SC/7845
Press Statement on Kosovo by Security Council President
August 19, 2003
SG/SM/8820
Secretary-General Welcomes Liberia Peace Agreement
August 19, 2003
SG/SM/8821
Secretary-General Praises Expanded Cooperation Between UN, Pacific Islands Forum in Message to New Zealand Meeting
August 19, 2003
SC/7846
Speakers in Security Council Condemn Recent Violence in Kosovo, Insist Extremists Must Not Be Allowed to Undermine Future; Serbia’s Deputy Prime Minister Warns Last Week’s Crimes Not Unique
August 20, 2003
HR/4687
Acting High Commissioner for Human Rights Expresses Shock, Outrage Over Explosion in Baghdad
August 20, 2003
ORG/1389
UN Committee on Staff Security Outraged by Attack in Baghdad, Calls for Withdrawal of Staff
August 20, 2003
SC/7847
Press Statement on Baghdad Bombing by Security Council President
August 20, 2003
SG/SM/8822
August 20, 2003
SG/SM/8823
August 20, 2003
SG/SM/8824
Secretary-General Condemns Jerusalem Suicide Bombing, Urges Decisive Action to Arrest Instigators
August 20, 2003
SC/7848
Israelis, Palestinians Need Courage, Determination to "Stay the Cours"e on Middle East Road Map, Security Council Told
August 21, 2003
SC/7849
Press Statement by Security Council President on Arms Embargo in Somalia
August 21, 2003
SC/7850
Security Council Condemns Terrorist Attack Against Baghdad Headquarters, States UN Iraq Mission "Will Not Be Intimidated"; Presidential Statement Reaffirms Determination to Assist Iraqis in Building Peace, Justice, Own Political Future
August 21, 2003
SG/SM/8825
Secretary-General, Welcoming Us Open Draw Ceremony to Headquarters, Says Holding Event at ’Time of Great ’Sadness Honours Lost Colleagues
August 21, 2003
SG/SM/8826
How Can We Thank Lost Colleagues? Vow Each Day to Complete Work They Began, Says Secretary-General in Video Message
August 22, 2003
DEV/2428
International Freshwater Forum to Be Held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan 29 August - 1 September
August 22, 2003
SC/7851
Coalition Partners Brief Security Council on Situation in Iraq, Calling for Stepped up International Involvement, Enhanced Security; Council Members Voice Support for Stronger UN Role, Timetable for Return of Iraqi Sovereignty
August 22, 2003
SG/SM/8827
In Remarks to Staff After Baghdad Bombing, Secretary-General Says Service with UN "Is Not Simply A Job -- It Is A "Calling
August 22, 2003
SG/SM/8828
Secretary-General Deeply Concerned by Sharp Escalation of Middle East Violence
August 22, 2003
UNIS/VIC/105
UN Vienna Staff Pays Tribute to Victims of Baghdad Attack
August 25, 2003
UNIS/NAR/808
UN, Afghanistan Launch Drugs Interdiction Unit
August 26, 2003
Note No. 5803
United Nations Staff Organize Silent Marches in Memory of Colleagues Killed in Baghdad
August 26, 2003
PI/1495
UN 2001 Yearbook Published, Providing Comprehensive Account of Organization’s Efforts to Address Global Problems
August 26, 2003
REC/120
Latin America’s Progress on Poverty Stagnates, According to New UN Report
August 26, 2003
SG/SM/8829
Secretary-General Mourns Loss of "Dear "Friend Sergio Vieira De Mello at Memorial Service in Rio De Janeiro
August 26, 2003
SG/SM/8830
Secretary-General Condemns Terrorist Bomb Attacks in India
August 26, 2003
TAD/1950
Developed Countries Dominate World Fdi Stock
August 27, 2003
SC/7853
Press Statement on Solomon Islands by Security Council President
August 27, 2003
SC/7854
Press Statement on Liberia Timber Sanctions by Security Council President
August 27, 2003
SC/7855
Press Statement on Iraq/kuwait by Security Council President
August 27, 2003
SC/7856
Security Council Expresses Strong Condemnation of Violence Against Humanitarian Workers, Calls for Action to Ensure Their Safety; Resolution 1502 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
August 27, 2003
SG/SM/8831
In Statement to Security Council, Secretary-General Urges Action Against Those Attacking United Nations Personnel
August 27, 2003
UNIS/CP/445
Organized Crime to Be A Growing Problem in Iraq UNODC Fact- Finding Mission Reports
August 27, 2003
NGO/514
DPI/NGO Conference "Human Security and Dignity: Fulfilling the Promise of the United "Nations to Be Held from 8 to 10 September
August 27, 2003
SC/7852
Security Council Authorizes Emergency Force in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo to Assist UN Mission During Reinforecement, Transition
August 28, 2003
SC/7857
Security Council Welcomes 18 August Liberia Peace Agreement, Reaffirms Readiness to Deploy UN Force by 1 October
August 28, 2003
SG/SM/8832
Secretary-General Welcomes Six-party Talks in Beijing, Hopes Process Strengthens Peace on Korean Peninsula
August 29, 2003
SC/7858
Security Council Splits Prosecutorial Duties for Rwanda, Yugoslavia Tribunals, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1503 (2003)
August 29, 2003
SG/A/840/Rev.1
Secretary-General Appoints Jan Egeland of Norway New Under-secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs
August 29, 2003
SG/SM/8833
Free, Peaceful Iraq Will in Time Be Fitting Memorial to Lost Colleagues Says Secretary-General in Message to Oslo Service
August 29, 2003
SG/SM/8834
UN Committed to Helping Landlocked Developing Countries Overcome Obstacles to Development Says Secretary-General to Almaty Conference
August 29, 2003
SG/SM/8835
Secretary-General Praises Global Union Federation for Promoting Principles of Global Compact, in Message to Norway Congress
August 29, 2003
SG/SM/8836
Representatives of Greece, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia Meet Under Auspices of Secretary-General
August 29, 2003
SC/7860
Security Council Discusses Ways to Improve Support for United Nations Peacekeeping Operations
September 1, 2003
DSG/SM/203
"We Pray for the Recovery of the Injured, and We Mourn Those WHO Have "Died, Says Deputy Secretary-General at Memorial Ceremony in Geneva
September 1, 2003
ORG/1393
Tentative Schedule of Meetings of United Nations Bodies in September 2003
September 1, 2003
SC/7861
President of United Nations Security Council and Chairman of Military Staff Committee in September
September 1, 2003
SG/SM/8837
Secretary-General Welcomes Rwanda Election as Important Step towards Pluralistic, Multiparty Democracy
September 1, 2003
SG/SM/8838
Secretary-General Strongly Condemns Terrorist Attack in Najaf, Iraq
September 1, 2003
SG/SM/8839
Secretary-General Deeply Concerned by Breakdown of Ceasefire in Nepal
September 1, 2003
UNIS/OS/263
Workshop on Contribution of Satellite Communications Technology to Bridge the Digital Divide
September 3, 2003
SG/SM/8840
Secretary-General Welcomes Release of War Prisoners by Frente Polisario
September 3, 2003
SG/SM/8841
Freshwater Essential for Human Survival, Healthy Ecosystems, Sustainable Development, Says Secretary-General to Global Forum
September 3, 2003
SG/SM/8842
Secretary-General Welcomes Smooth Transfer of Security Responsibilities in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
September 3, 2003
UNIS/VIC/106
UN, Turkey to Increase Cooperation Against Drugs and Organized Crime
September 4, 2003
SC/7862
Press Statement on Democratic Republic of Congo by Security Council President
September 4, 2003
SC/7863
Press Statement on Western Sahara by Security Council President
September 4, 2003
SG/SM/8843
Entry Into Force of Nuclear-test-ban Treaty "Cannot Come Too "Soon, Says Secretary-General in Message to Vienna Conference
September 4, 2003
SG/SM/8844
Cooperative Movement Has Key Role in Global Anti-poverty Efforts Says Secretary-General in Message to Oslo Meeting
September 5, 2003
Note No. 250
UN Secretary-General Calls for "Unity of Purpose Around A Common Security Agenda"; Security Council Must "Regain the Confidence of States and of World Public "Opinion
September 5, 2003
SC/7864
Security Council Appoints Prosecutors for International Tribunals for Former Yugoslavia, Rwanda; Resolutions 1504, 1505 Adopted Unanimously
September 5, 2003
SC/7865
New Name for 1267 Committee
September 5, 2003
SG/SM/8849
Literacy Prerequisite for Reaching Global Anti-poverty Goals Says Secretary-General in Literacy Day Message
September 5, 2003
SG/SM/8850
Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy Visits Seoul, Beijing; Reaffirms Support for Negotiating Process on Korean Peninsula
September 5, 2003
UNIS/OS/264
Graz Hosts Symposium on Space Applications for Sustainable Development
September 8, 2003
DC/2888
Global Disarmament Efforts Surveyed in Annual Yearbook Issued Today in New York
September 8, 2003
GA/10146
Meeting on Role of Civil Society in Conflict Prevention Hears Calls for Coordination, Partnership Among Governments, Ngos, UN Bodies
September 8, 2003
Note No. 251
WHO Regional Committee for Europe Meets in Vienna Top Priority: Strengthening Cooperation with Countries
September 8, 2003
Note No. 252
Tailor-made - Not Ready-to-wear - Solutions to Public Health Problems: WHO Regional Office for Europe Launches Its Health Evidence Network
September 9, 2003
DSG/SM/204
Civil Society Role Vital in Global Anti-poverty Effort, Says Deputy Secretary-General to Headquarters Conference
September 9, 2003
GA/SM/328
Aim of Millennium Development Goals Is to Enable People to Live in Dignity, Safety, General Assembly President Tells NGO Conference
September 9, 2003
NGO/517
Fifty-sixth Annual DPI/NGO Conference Opens at Headquarters, Dedicated to Memory of Those Lost in Baghdad Attack
September 9, 2003
SG/2085
Secretary-General Calls for "Unity of Purpose Around A Common Security Agenda"; Security Council Must "Regain the Confidence of States and of World Public "Opinion
September 9, 2003
SG/SM/8851
"United Nations Works to Make Societies Truly Accessible, Caring and Inclusive for All "People, Secretary-General Says
September 9, 2003
SG/SM/8852
Secretary-General Hopes Palestinian Prime Minister’s Resignation Will Not Derail Peace Efforts
September 9, 2003
SG/SM/8853
Secretary-General Condemns Israeli Assassination Attempt of Hamas Spiritual Leader
September 9, 2003
SG/SM/8854
Open-minded, Pragmatic, Flexible Approach Needed for Biodiversity Protection, Secretary-General Says
September 9, 2003
SG/SM/8855
Transcript of Press Conference by Secretary-General Kofi Annan at United Nations Headquarters, 8 September 2003
September 10, 2003
NGO/520
NGO Conference Focuses on Education for Peace, Issues Concerning Oppression, Empowerment
September 10, 2003
PI/1503
Role of Information Technology in Education, Development Focus of UN Task Force Meeting in Geneva, 12 - 13 September
September 10, 2003
SC/7866
Security Council Postpones Action on Lifting Libya Sanctions Until 12 September
September 10, 2003
SG/SM/8856
Entry Into Force of Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety "Landmark for Sustainable "Development, Says Secretary-General
September 10, 2003
SG/SM/8857
Foreign Ministers of Security Council Permanent Members, Secretary-General to Meet on Iraq 13 September in Geneva
September 10, 2003
SG/SM/8858
Secretary-General Condemns Terror Attacks in Israel
September 10, 2003
UNIS/NAR/810
UN Drug Chief Urges NATO Forces to Tackle Trafficking; Opium Cultivation in Afghanistan Presents A Serious Security Challenge
September 10, 2003
UNIS/NAR/809
Football Without Borders: Winners All; Qatar to Host UNODC Football Camp for Iraqi and Other Middle Eastern Youth
September 11, 2003
L/3049
Establishment of Bar Considered by States Parties to International Criminal Court
September 11, 2003
NGO/521
Fifty-sixth DPI/NGO Conference Concludes at Headquarters; Draws Record 2,000 Civil Society Representatives
September 11, 2003
SG/SM/8859
In Message to WTO Conference, Secretary-General Calls on Trade Ministers to Address Needs of World’s Poorest
September 11, 2003
SG/SM/8860
Democracy Cannot Be Imposed from Abroad, but International Efforts Can Encourage, Assist Says Secretary-General to Mongolia Conference
September 11, 2003
SG/SM/8861
Secretary-General Praises Impressive, Global Response to Ozone Layer Destruction, but Warns "Cannot Be "Complacent, in Message on International Day
September 11, 2003
SG/SM/8862
Secretary-General Pays Tribute to Arthur Helton "A Model of Commitment, Creative "Problem-solver
September 11, 2003
SG/SM/8863
Secretary-General Shocked to Learn of Attack on Foreign Minister of Sweden
September 11, 2003
UNIS/VIC/107
"No Nation Can Stand Alone in Fight Against Terror," Says Director-General of UNOV
September 12, 2003
L/3050
States Parties to International Criminal Court Express Appreciation to NGO Coalition for Coordinating Role
September 12, 2003
SG/SM/8864
Secretary-General "Deeply "Saddened at Death of Anna Lindh, Foreign Minister of Sweden
September 12, 2003
SG/SM/8865
On Second Anniversary of Terrorist Attacks on United States, Secretary-General Extends Condolences to Families, Friends of Victims
September 12, 2003
SG/SM/8866
We Approach Opening of General Assembly "with Heavy "Hearts, in Aftermath of Terrorist Attacks, Secretary-General Says
September 15, 2003
PI/1505
Third Preparatory Session for World Summit on Information Society Meets in Geneva, 15-26 September;
September 15, 2003
SC/7868
Security Council Lifts Sanctions Imposed on Libya After Terrorist Bombings of Pan Am 103, Uta 772; Resolution 1506 Adopted by Vote of 13in Favour, with 2 Abstentions (france, United States)
September 15, 2003
SC/7869
Extending Mandate of UN Mission, Security Council Calls on Ethiopia, Eritrea to Cooperate with Boundary Commission; Resolution Reaffirms Crucial Importance of Political Dialogue Between Parties
September 15, 2003
SC/7870
Speakers in Security Council Condemn Recent Violence in Kosovo, Reiterate Support for Multi-ethnic Democracy
September 15, 2003
SC/7871
Press Statement on Middle East by Security Council President
September 15, 2003
SG/SM/8867
Aim Must Be for People Everywhere to Have Access to Information Technology, Secretary-General Says
September 15, 2003
SG/SM/8868
Secretary-General Urges Israel to Reconsider Expulsion Decision
September 15, 2003
SG/SM/8869
Secretary-General Welcomes Security Council’s Lifting of Sanctions on Libya
September 15, 2003
SG/SM/8870
Secretary-General Welcomes Election of Victims Trust Fund Board
September 15, 2003
SG/SM/8871
Challenge for All Is to Manage Interdependence in Ways That "Bring People in, Rather than Shutting Them "Out, Secretary-General Says
September 15, 2003
UNIS/VIC/108
UN Internal Oversight Opens New Investigations Office in Vienna
September 16, 2003
ENV/DEV/737
New Inter-agency Gender and Water Task Force Established
September 16, 2003
GA/10147
General Assembly Closes 57th Session; Unanimously Condemns Attack on UN Office in Baghdad; Outgoing Assembly President Calls for "Far More "Decisive Role for UN in Guiding World’s Affairs
September 16, 2003
GA/SM/330
At Conclusion of 57th Session, General Assembly President Says UN Needs Major Reform to Play More Decisive Role in World Affairs
September 16, 2003
PI/1507
UN Ict Task Force Endorses Global E-school Initiative, Discusses Information Summit at Geneva Meeting, 12 - 13 September; Addresses Implementation of Millenniumdevelopment Goals, Digital Diaspora Networks
September 16, 2003
PI/1508
Third Meeting of Preparatory Committee for World Summit on the Information Society Opens in Geneva; 40 Heads of State and Government to Participate in December Summit
September 16, 2003
SC/7873
Press Statement on Guinea-bissau by Security Council President
September 16, 2003
SG/SM/8872
Secretary-General Urges Acceptance by All States of Convention Against Landmines, Provision of Assistance to Affected States
September 16, 2003
SG/SM/8873
Secretary-General Voices Support for Efforts to Strengthen Nuclear Safeguards, Encourages Countries to Conclude Safeguards Agreements
September 16, 2003
SG/SM/8874
Secretary-General Condemns Coup D"état in Guinea-bissau
September 16, 2003
SG/SM/8875
Secretary-General Regrets Suspension Without Agreement of Trade Talks in Canc�
September 16, 2003
SG/SM/8876
Secretary-General Questions Existence of "Clash of "Civilizations in Remarks at "Islam and the "West Lecture
September 16, 2003
SG/SM/8877
Annual Service Held at Time When United Nations Family Badly Needs Solace of Prayer, Secretary-General Says
September 17, 2003
GA/10149
General Assembly President Opens "Action-oriented Fifty-eighth Session, Urging Delegations to Work Together Quickly, Decisively
September 17, 2003
SC/7874
Security Council Can Do What Is Just and Right for Liberia, Special Representative Says in Urging UN Force; Calls for Focused, Impartial, Experienced, Professional Operation
September 17, 2003
SG/SM/8878
One Billion People Are Threatened by Desertification, Recurrent Droughts, Says Secretary-General in Message to Convention Parties
September 18, 2003
GA/10150
General Committee Recommends Agenda for Fifty-eighth Session to General Assembly; Decides Not to Recommend Inclusion of Item on "Representation of the Republic of China "(taiwan) After Hearing 104 Speakers
September 18, 2003
PI/1510
Teen Guide to the Internet
September 18, 2003
UNIS/NAR/811
UN Drugs Chief: Drug, Human Traffickingfuel Global Terror;un to Step up Anti Narcotic Efforts in Cis Region
September 19, 2003
PI/1511
Global Schoolnet Alliance Created for World Summit; Students and Educators Will Examine How Information Society Impacts Human Rights Declaration
September 19, 2003
SC/7876
Security Council Committee Amends Taliban Individuals Section of Its Consolidated List
September 19, 2003
SG/SM/8879
Secretary-General Marks International Day of Peace with Call for Reflection, Dialogue on Major Threats, Challenges
September 19, 2003
UNIS/VIC/109
Giant Peace Doves at VIC Plaza;starmania Singer Niddl, Ngos Vier Pfoten and Global 2000 to Celebrate International Peace Day at the United Nations Office at Vienna
September 19, 2003
UNIS/NAR/812
"Situation with Opium Cultivation in Afghanistan Remains "Difficult Says UN Counter-narcotics Chief
September 22, 2003
Note No. 254
Fight Against AIDS Must Be Matched by Resources and Action Says UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan; High Level Meeting on HIV/AIDS at UN General Assembly Shows Progress, but Member Nations Fall Short of Goals
September 22, 2003
SC/7877
Security Council Extends Sierra Leone Mission Until 31 March 2004, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1508 (2003)
September 22, 2003
SC/7878
Security Council Establishes 15,000-strong Stabilization Force for Liberia to Assist Peace Process; Resolution 1509 (2003) Adopted Unanimously;august Peace Agreement Aims at National Elections by End of 2005
September 22, 2003
SC/7879
Security Council Adopts Annual Report to General Assembly for Period 1 August 2002 ? 31 July 2003
September 22, 2003
SG/SM/8880
Secretary-General Rings Peace Bell for UN Colleagues, Friends Struck in Baghdad, People of Every Nation Needing Peace
September 22, 2003
SG/SM/8881
Increased Investment Critical to Provide Urban Poor with Adequate Sanitation and Clean Water, Secretary-General Says in World Habitat Day Message
September 22, 2003
SG/SM/8882
Anna Lindh Remembered as "Unique Source of Inspiration, Great Friend of "UN, Says Secretary-General
September 22, 2003
SG/SM/8883
Colleagues Killed in Baghdad Example of UN Family at Its Most Committed and Most "Courageous, Says Secretary-General to Memorial Service
September 23, 2003
Note No. 255
UN Names ’Journalists Training Programme in Honour of Staffer Killed in Baghdad Attack
September 23, 2003
SG/SM/8884
Despite Progress on HIV/AIDS, Action "Still Far Short of What Is "Needed, Says Secretary-General to General Assembly
September 23, 2003
SG/SM/8885
Ability to Reason Vital in Fighting Terrorism, Secretary-General Tells Conference
September 23, 2003
SG/SM/8886
Secretary-General Stresses Commitment to Human Dignity at Concert for Baghdad Bombing Victims
September 23, 2003
SG/SM/8887
Secretary-General’s Envoy Set for New Bid to Revive Myanmar Reconciliation Process
September 23, 2003
SG/SM/8888
Secretary-General Condemns New Bombing at UN Baghdad Headquarters
September 23, 2003
SG/SM/8889
Secretary-General Condemns Assassination Bid on Iraq Council Member
September 23, 2003
SG/SM/8890
Hiv/aids: "Greatest Leadership Challenge of Our "Time, Secretary-General Says Following High-level Interactive Panel
September 23, 2003
UNIS/NAR/813
Synthetic Drug Abuse Exceeds That of Heroin and Cocaine Combined Says New UN Study; Global Survey on Ecstasy and Amphetamines Reveales Alarming Abuse and Trafficking Patterns
September 23, 2003
UNIS/OS/265
Strengthening Developing ’Countries Capacities in Using Space Technology
September 24, 2003
GA/SM/332
Recent, "Often "Tragic Worldwide Developments Pose Serious Challenge for UN, Says General Assembly President Opening Fifty-eighth Session
September 24, 2003
SG/SM/8891
Adoption of Policy of Pre-emption Could Result in Proliferation of Unilateral, Lawless Use of Force, Secretary-General Tells General Assembly
September 24, 2003
UNIS/NAR/814
UNODC Targets HIV/AIDS and Drug Use in Africa with New Public Information Material
September 25, 2003
HAB/190
Providing Urban Poor with Clean Water and Decent Sanitation, Focus of Annual World Habitat Day
September 25, 2003
SG/SM/8892
Secretary-General Expresses Hope for New Security Council Commitment to Place Justice, Rule of Law at Heart of Efforts to Rebuild War-torn Countries
September 25, 2003
SG/SM/8893
Secretary-General, Italian Premier Sign Declaration on Un-eu Cooperation
September 25, 2003
SG/SM/8894
Opening Ad Hoc Meeting on Afghanistan, Secretary-General Calls for Continued Support for Political Process, Security Reform, Reconstruction
September 25, 2003
SC/7880
Security Councill Calls on Member States to Help Enhance UN Role in Establishing Justice, Role of Law in Post-conflict States; Secretary-General Hopes for New Commitment by Council to Place Those Issues at Heart of Work Rebuilding War-torn Countries
September 25, 2003
UNIS/NAR/815
A Decade of Drug Control Cooperation in East Asia; Hanoi Declaration Adopted as Ministers and Senior Officials of Six Countries and UNODC Conclude Meetings on Drug Control
September 26, 2003
SG/SM/8895
Secretary-General Hails Malaysia’s Constructive, Committed Role as He Receives Gift to UN from Prime Minister
September 26, 2003
SG/SM/8896
Progress Still Achievable After Disappointment of Cancun, Secretary-General Tells Group of 77 Ministerial Talks
September 26, 2003
SG/SM/8897
Death of Iraq Governing Council Member Saddens Secretary-General
September 26, 2003
SG/SM/8898
Secretary-General Hails New Sudan Framework Security Agreements
September 26, 2003
SG/SM/8899
Secretary-General Orders Downsizing of UN Staff in Iraq
September 26, 2003
SG/SM/8900
Secretary-General Mourns Death of Edward Said
September 26, 2003
SG/SM/8901
Secretary-General, at High-level Meeting on Democratic Republic of Congo, Says Real Hope Exists for Peace, but Enormous Challenges Lie Ahead
September 26, 2003
SG/SM/8902
Secretary-General Welcomes Declaration of Principles Following High-level Meeting on Democratic Republic of Congo
September 26, 2003
UNIS/CP/446
Landmark United Nations Treaty Against Organized Crime Enters Into Force; Corruption Convention Talks to Resume on Monday
September 29, 2003
PI/1512
Third Meeting of Preparatory Committee for Information Summit Concludes in Geneva; Concrete Steps Taken in Declaration, Action Plan to Bridgedigital Divide; Delegates to Reconvene in Geneva, 10-14 November
September 29, 2003
SG/SM/8903
"Powerful "Resource of Older Persons Must Be Tapped for Development Says Secretary-General in Message on International Day
September 29, 2003
SG/SM/8905
Transcript of Press Conference by Middle East Quartet at Headquarters, 26 September
September 29, 2003
SG/SM/8906
Secretary-General Lauds Qatar as Valued UN Member on Receiving Personal Award from Foreign Minister
September 30, 2003
SG/SM/8907
Developing Countries Need Help in Building Capacity to Adapt, Secretary-General Says in Message to Moscow Climate Change Conference
September 30, 2003
SG/SM/8908
Much Greater Efforts Needed, or "Few African Countries Will Meet Even "Some Millennium Goals, Secretary-General Tells Tokyo Conference on Africa
September 30, 2003
UNIS/BIO/686
New Permanent Representative of Egypt Presents Credentials
September 30, 2003
GA/SHC/3736
Third Committee Elects Vice-chairs; Will Begin Substantive Work on 6 October
September 30, 2003
SC/7883
Following Guinea-Bissau Coup d''
October 1, 2003
SG/A/854
Secretary-General Appoints Major-General Samaila Iliya of Nigeria as Force Commander of United Nations Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo
October 1, 2003
SG/A/855
Secretary-General Appoints Lieutenant-General Daniel Opande of Kenya as Force Commander of United Nations Mission in Liberia
October 1, 2003
SG/SM/8904
At "Francophones Dinner, Secretary-General Calls for Cultivation of Things "That Bring Us "Together ?- Peace, Justice, Solidarity
October 1, 2003
SG/SM/8909
Building Sustainable Communities Key to Reducing Vulnerability to Natural Hazards, Secretary-General Says on International Day for Disaster Reduction
October 1, 2003
SC/7884
Restoring Rule of Law Absolutely Essential for Resolving Conflict, Rebuilding Secure, Humane Societies, Security Council Told
October 1, 2003
UNIS/NAR/816
UNOV Director-General Meets Minister of Justice of the Philippines
October 2, 2003
GA/SM/333
Older Persons "A Most Cherished "Resource, General Assembly President Says in International Day Message
October 2, 2003
POP/873
New UN Report Highlights Need to Address "Adolescents Reproductive Health Concerns as Global Priority; UNFPA to Launch State of Worldpopulation 2003 on 8 October; Advance Access Available Online
October 2, 2003
SG/SM/8910
Secretary-General Congratulates Ad Hoc Committee on Successful Conclusion of Negotiations on UN Convention Against Corruption
October 2, 2003
SG/SM/8911
Secretary-General Welcomes Assumption of Duties by UN Mission in Liberia
October 2, 2003
SG/SM/8912
World’s Parliamentarians "Can Do "Much to Advance United Nations Reform Agenda, Secretary-General Tells Ipu Assembly
October 2, 2003
UNIS/CP/447
Consensus Reached on UN Convention Against Corruption; High-level Signing Conference Planned for December in Mérida, Mexico
October 3, 2003
SG/SM/8913
Secretary-General Disturbed by Israel’s Decisions on Separation Wall, New Settlements
October 3, 2003
SG/SM/8914
Secretary-General, Concerned by Côte D"ivoire Developments, Urges Parties to Seek Solution Through Dialogue
October 3, 2003
SG/SM/8915
Secretary-General’s Special Envoy Concludes Visit to Myanmar; Confirms Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Well, in Good Spirits
October 3, 2003
UNIS/OS/266
Space Solutions for the World’s Problems; United Nations Office at Vienna Celebrates World Space Week
October 6, 2003
GA/DIS/3247
Global Events Challenge Treaty Regimes for Mass Destruction Weapons, Provide Core Question for Disarmament Debate Beginning 6 October
October 6, 2003
SC/7886
Press Statement by Security Council President on Cote D"ivoire
October 6, 2003
SC/7887
Security Council Meets in Emergency Session Following Israeli Air Strike Against Syria; Syria Asks Council to Condemn Attack; Israel Saysattack Response for Islamic Jihad’s Bombing in Haifa
October 6, 2003
SG/SM/8916
Secretary-General Congratulates Inter-parliamentary Union on Inauguration of New Headquarters -- "House of "Parliaments
October 7, 2003
GA/L/3230
Legal Committee Told of Initiatives on Global Trade Rules; UNCITRAL Chairman Reviews Work on Standards for Infrastructure Projects, Sustainable Development, Insolvency Law and in Other Areas
October 7, 2003
GA/SM/335
World Habitat Day Should Give Added Impetus to Goal of Providing Adequate Shelter for All, Says General Assembly President
October 7, 2003
SG/SM/8917
Secretary-General Strongly Condemns Haifa Suicide Bombing, Urges All Parties to Show Utmost Restraint
October 7, 2003
SG/SM/8918
Secretary-General Strongly Deplores Israeli Air Strike on Syrian Territory
October 7, 2003
SG/SM/8919
Governments Must Ensure Adequate Attention for Special Needs of Young People, Secretary-General Says in World Mental Health Day Message
October 7, 2003
SG/SM/8920
"We Must Confront Death by Reaffirming the Value of "Life, Secretary-General Says in Message to Prayer Service
October 7, 2003
SG/SM/8921
United Nations, More than Ever, Needs Strong, Coherent Development Voice Says Secretary-General to Meeting of Resident Representatives
October 8, 2003
GA/AB/3573
Fifth Committee Reviews Work of UN Oversight Bodies, Receiving Reports from Board of Auditors, Joint Inspection Unit; Delegates Question Effectiveness of Follow-up Action on Reform Proposals for UNHCR, Joint Staff Pension Fund
October 8, 2003
SG/SM/8922
Multilateralism Crucial in "Age of Problems Without "Passports, Secretary-General Tells African-american Civil Society Leaders
October 8, 2003
SG/SM/8923
Secretary-General, at 40th Anniversary Seminar, Recalls Guiding Words for UN of Pope John Xxiii in Papal Encyclical "Pacem in "Terris
October 8, 2003
UNIS/NAR/817
"Football Without "Borders Camp Opening Next Week
October 9, 2003
GA/AB/3574
Fifth Committee Reviews Proposals to Increase Profitability of Revenue-producing Activities by United Nations; Non-payment of Assessed Dues Also Considered; Exemptionssuggested for 10 Member States Said to Face Financial Hardships
October 9, 2003
POP/875
Investment in "Adolescents Reproductive Health Critical to Fighting Poverty and HIV/AIDS, Says UNFPA Report
October 9, 2003
SC/7888
Security Council Briefed on Establishment of War Crimes Chamber within State Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina
October 9, 2003
SG/SM/8924
Secretary-General Praises Green Cross Founding President Mikhail Gorbachev for Leadership, "Tireless Work for A More Sustainable "Future
October 9, 2003
SG/SM/8925
Secretary-General Says Urgent Action Needed to Ensure Social Justice, Further Democratic Process, in Message to Consultative Meeting on Bolivia
October 9, 2003
SG/SM/8926
Secretary-General Welcomes Signing of Agreement on Power-sharing in Burundi
October 9, 2003
SG/SM/8927
True International Alliance Needed to Win Fight Against Hunger Says Secretary-General in World Food Day Message
October 9, 2003
SG/SM/8928
Global Compact Seeks Solutions to Societal Problems, While Ensuring Globalization Works for All, Secretary-General Says at U.s. Business Council Dinner
October 10, 2003
DSG/SM/206
Deputy Secretary-General Says Reports of "International Crisis "Group Helpful in "Grounding United Nations Decision-making
October 10, 2003
GA/SHC/3740
Third Committee Focuses on Corruption, Organized Crime, as Debate Begins on Illicit Drugs, Criminal Justice Issues; UNODC Executive Director Highlights Use of Modern Technologyin Money Laundering, Large-scale Fraud, Attacks on Computer Systems
October 10, 2003
Note No. 256
NGO Representatives from 13 Danube River Basin Countries to Meet at the UN
October 10, 2003
SC/7889
Officials of Tribunals for Rwanda, Former Yugoslavia Brief Security Council; Describe Strategies for Concluding Trials by 2008 Deadline
October 10, 2003
SC/7891
Press Statement by Security Council President on Burundi
October 10, 2003
SG/SM/8929
Secretary-General Stresses Vital Role of Global Partnerships in Message to Africare Dinner Honouring Bill and Melinda Gates
October 10, 2003
SG/SM/8930
Secretary-General Condemns Latest Terrorist Incidents in Iraq, Remains "Greatly "Concerned at Security Situation
October 10, 2003
SG/SM/8931
As Difficult Times Strain Global System, Secretary-General Looks to UN Association of United States to "Do What You Do "Best - Tell UN Story
October 10, 2003
SG/SM/8932
Secretary-General Urges World Body to Continue Serving Humanity, Confront Global Threats, Consider Further Change, in United Nations Day Message
October 13, 2003
GA/SHC/3741
Third Committee Hears Call to Address Global Social, Economic Problems Providing "Breeding "Ground for Illicit Drugs, Transnational Crime
October 13, 2003
SC/7892
Chairman of Al-qaida, Taliban Sanctions Committee to Visit Selected Countries in Accordance with Security Council Resolution 1455 (2003)
October 13, 2003
SC/7893
Security Council Adopts Presidential Statement Welcoming Agreement Between Parties in Sudan Civil Conflict
October 13, 2003
SG/SM/8933
Secretary-General Deplores Killing of Palestinian Civilians in Israeli Incursion Into Gaza Strip
October 13, 2003
SG/SM/8934
Secretary-General Calls Nobel Prize Winner Champion of Human Rights
October 13, 2003
SG/SM/8935
A World Mired in Despair of Poverty "Will Not Be A World at "Peace Says Secretary-General, in Message on International Day
October 13, 2003
UNIS/CP/448
Vienna Alliance of Ngos on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice to Hold One-day Meeting; Ngos Expected to Call for Concrete Action Against Human Trafficking
October 14, 2003
GA/AB/3575
Budget Committee Recommends 10 States Retain General Assembly Voting Rights, as Unpaid Contributions Due to Factors Beyond Their Control; Also Takes up Reports on Pattern of Conferences
October 14, 2003
GA/EF/3041
Stressing Disastrous Effects of Graft, Delegates in Second Committee Welcome Completion of Work on Convention Against Corruption; Anti-corruption Instrument Needs 30 Ratifications to Enter Into Force
October 14, 2003
GA/SHC/3742
People Smuggling, Trafficking Generate Nearly $10 Billion Annually as Core Businesses of International Criminal Networks, Third Committee Told
October 14, 2003
GA/SPD/263
Fourth Committee Begins Review of Effects of Atomic Radiation; Kazakhstan Delegate Warns of Negative Impact of Testing, Joins Others in Supporting Work of UN Scientific Committee on Issue
October 14, 2003
SC/7894
Security Council Seeks Expansion of Role of International Effort in Afghanistan, to Extend Beyond Kabul; Resolution 1510 (2003), Adopted Unanimously, Urges Measures to Fulfilmandate of Force; Situation Said to Remain Threat to Peace and Security
October 15, 2003
GA/AB/3576
Importance of Timely, Full Payment of UN Contributions, "Capacity to "Pay Principle Reaffirmed, as Fifth Committee Takes up Scale of Assessments
October 15, 2003
GA/SHC/3743
Highlighting Threat of Trafficking in Drugs, People to International Security, Third Committee Concludes Discussion of Crime, Drug Issues
October 15, 2003
PAL/1962
DPI to Host International Media Seminar on Peace in Middle East in Seville, 21-22 October; Focus to Be on "Two-state "Solution
October 15, 2003
SC/7895
In Day-long Security Council Meeting, Palestine Observer Says Israeli Security Wall Involves De Facto Annexation of Occupied Land; Israel Says Palestinian Authority Refused to Dismantleterrorist Groups, Leaving Few Options to Protect Israeli People
October 15, 2003
SC/7896
Security Council Fails to Adopt Draft Resolution Declaring Illegal Israeli Construction of Wall in Occupied Territories; Vote Is 10 in Favour to 1 Against (united States),with 4 Abstentions (bulgaria, Cameroon, Germany, United Kingdom)
October 15, 2003
SG/SM/8936
Secretary-General "Gravely "Concerned by Continuing Violence in Bolivia, Calls for Maximum Restraint by Government, Opposition
October 15, 2003
SG/SM/8937
Secretary-General Hails Inauguration of National Transitional Government as "Turning "Point for Liberia
October 15, 2003
SG/SM/8938
Secretary-General Regrets Being Unable to Attend Oic Summit in Malaysia
October 15, 2003
UNIS/WSIS/2
Access to Information Essential to the Establishment of Knowledge Societies
October 16, 2003
GA/AB/3577
Budget Committee Continues Discussion on Scale Used for UN Contributions; Many Speakers Say Capacity to Pay Not Accurately Reflected; Several Delegations, However, Object to Immediate Reopening of Debate on 2000 Agreement on Assessment Scale
October 16, 2003
GA/L/3233
Work Must Continue on Framing Conventions Against Terrorism, General Assembly’s Legal Committee Is Told; Some Delegates Say Definition Needed, with Clear Distinctionfrom Legitimate Rights of People to Resist Foreign Occupation
October 16, 2003
GA/SHC/3744
Gender Equality, Violence Against Women Present Continuing Challenges, Third Committee Told, as Debate Opens on Women’s Issues
October 16, 2003
GA/SPD/265
Reform of UN Peacekeeping Operations A Real Process with Real Benefits, Nder-secertary-General Tells Fourth Committee; Despite Misperceptions, Significant Expansion, Change Are Afoot, He Says
October 16, 2003
SC/7897
"Remarkable Gains Made in Timor-leste Since UN Support Mission Established, but UN Presence Needed Beyond End of Mandate, Security Council Told
October 16, 2003
SG/SM/8939
China "Splendid Example of "Progress in Eliminating Iodine Deficiency, Secretary-General Says in Message to Beijing Meeting
October 16, 2003
SG/SM/8940
Secretary-General Pays Tribute to Contribution of Polish Peacekeepers, in Message to 30th Anniversary Celebration in Warsaw
October 16, 2003
SG/SM/8941
International Criminal Court "Instrument of Justice, Not "Expediency, Secretary-General Says to Beijing Law Symposium
October 16, 2003
SG/SM/8942
Secretary-General Condemns Deadly Gaza Attack on Diplomats
October 16, 2003
SG/SM/8943
Secretary-General Calls Space Flight A Step Forward for Humankind
October 16, 2003
UNIS/OS/268
China’s First Manned Spacecraft Carried United Nations Flag
October 17, 2003
GA/SHC/3745
Third Committee Speakers Stress Importance of Measures to Empower, Protect Women, as Debate on Women’s Issues Continues; Policy Options Discussed Include Thosepromoting Employment, Economic Opportunities
October 17, 2003
ORG/1398
United Nations Internal Office Reports Potential Savings of $37 Million Identified in Work of Organization; Annual Survey for 12 Months from 1 July 2002 Describesimpact on Accountability, Efficiency and Quality of Management
October 17, 2003
PAL/1962/Rev.1
DPI to Host International Media Seminar on Peace in Middle East in Seville, 21-22 October; Focus to Be on "Two-state "Solution
October 17, 2003
SC/7898
October 17, 2003
SC/7900
Security Council Calls on Counter-terrorism Committee to Help Increase Means Available to States to Combat Terrorism; Committee Chair Briefs Council,some 30 Speakers Address Terrorist Threats to Peace, Security
October 17, 2003
SC/7901
Press Statement on Kosovo by Security Council President
October 17, 2003
SG/SM/8944
International Community Must Unite to Address All Extremism, Secretary-General Says to Islamic Summit in Kuala Lumpur
October 17, 2003
SG/SM/8945
Secretary-General Commends Adoption of Iraq Resolution, Says Outcome Demonstrates Willingness of Security Council to Place Iraqi Interests Above All Else
October 17, 2003
SG/SM/8946
Secretary-General Congratulates World Food Prize Winner Catherine Bertini, in Video Message to Symposium in Des Moines, Iowa
October 17, 2003
SG/SM/8947
Secretary-General Saddened at Death of Moktar Ould Daddah, First President of Mauritania
October 17, 2003
SG/SM/8948
Secretary-General Congratulates People of China on Successful Conclusion of First Manned Space Mission
October 20, 2003
GA/L/3234
Legal Committee Is Told Concerted Global Action Is Only Way to Defeat Terrorism; Completion of New Conventions Urged; Delegates from 45 Countries Speak in Continuing Debate
October 20, 2003
GA/SHC/3746
Governments, Communities, Families Have Duty to Build Protective Environment for Children, Third Committee Told, as Debate on Children’s Rights Begin; Committee Concludes Discussion of Women’s Issues, Hearing 26 Speakers
October 20, 2003
GA/SM/336
General Assembly President Says Time to Take Action, Make Good on Promises to End Hunger, Eradicate Poverty, in UN Day Message
October 20, 2003
SG/SM/8949
Secretary-General Urges Increased Support for Final Stage of Polio Eradication, in Message to Kuala Lumpur Summit
October 21, 2003
DSG/SM/207
Deputy Secretary-General Highlights Potential Contribution of World Tourism Organization to Global UN Agenda, in Address to Beijing Meeting
October 21, 2003
GA/L/3235
Legal Committee Hears Calls for Establishment of Relationship Between United Nations and International Criminal Court; Delegates Urge Mandate for Secretary-General; Debate Onterrorism Concluded, Implications of Human Cloning Taken up
October 21, 2003
GA/SHC/3747
Situation of War-affected Children Remains "Grave and "Unacceptable, Special Representative Tells Third Committee
October 21, 2003
GA/SPD/268
Crucial Role of Regional Organizations in Resolving Africa’s Conflicts Highlighted, as Fourth Committee Concludes Peacekeeping Debate; Also Begins Discussion on Peaceful Uses of Outer Space
October 21, 2003
SG/SM/8950
Secretary-General Heartened by Constitutional Solution to Bolivia Crisis
October 21, 2003
SG/SM/8951
World That Does Not Offer Fair Chance to All "Will Be Neither Prosperous, Nor "Peaceful, Says Secretary-General to 29th Pio Manzu Conference
October 21, 2003
SG/SM/8952
Chemical Weapons Convention, Effectively Implemented, Can Be Powerful Instrument Against Terrorism, Secretary-General Tells Conference of States Parties
October 22, 2003
AIDS/62
UN Report on HIV/AIDS Situation Records Worldwide Impact, with Devastating Consequences for All Sectors
October 22, 2003
GA/AB/3578
Financial Stability of UN "Under "Pressure, Says Under-secretary-General for Management, in Biannual Statement to Budget Committee
October 22, 2003
GA/DIS/3258
Disarmament Draft Text Calls for Strengthened Outer Space Legal Regime to Avert "Grave "Danger of Arms Race ; One of 7 Draft Resolutions Introduced;missiles, Reducing Nuclear Danger Among Other Issues Addressed
October 22, 2003
GA/SHC/3748
Delegations Stress Urgency of Fighting Trafficking in Children, Child Labour, as Third Committee Concludes Review of Children’s Rights; Draft Resolutions Introduced on Crime Prevention, Drug Control, Family Issues
October 22, 2003
GA/SPD/269
Using Benefits of Space Science for All Humankind, Avoiding Outer Space Arms Race Stressed in Fourth Committee Debate
October 22, 2003
PAL/1964
International Media Seminar on Peace in Middle East Opens in Seville
October 22, 2003
SG/SM/8953
International Community Must Put Pressure on Parties to Implement Road Map for Middle East Peace, Secretary-General Tells Media Seminar in Seville
October 22, 2003
SG/SM/8954
Secretary-General Welcomes Declaration on Iran’s Nuclear Programme
October 22, 2003
SG/SM/8955
United States, United Nations Need Each Other in Relationship of "Productive "Interdependence, Secretary-General Says in Heinz Foundation Lecture
October 23, 2003
GA/SHC/3749
Indigenous Issues Must Be Integrated in Public Policies, Development Strategies, Third Committee Told, as Discussion Begins
October 23, 2003
PAL/1965
Media Coverage of Middle East Situation Among Issues Discussed at Seminar on Conflict in Region
October 23, 2003
PAL/1966
Goals of Road Map Remain Only Viable Paths to Peace, UN Coordinator Tells Middle East Seminar
October 23, 2003
SC/7903
Somalia Sanctions Committee to Visit Region on Implementation of Arms Embargo
October 23, 2003
SG/SM/8956
Secretary-General Says Steps Will Be Taken to Ensure Early Implementation of Recommendations of Independent Panel on Staff Security in Iraq
October 23, 2003
UNIS/VIC/110
"Aqa - Water with A Human "Face - A Present to the UN
October 24, 2003
GA/EF/3051
World Summit on Information Society Must Help Bridge Digital Divide Between Technology Haves and Have-nots, Second Committee Told; Information Revolution Linked to Freedom, Transparency,says Under-secretary-General for Communication and Public Information
October 24, 2003
GA/SHC/3750
Third Committee Approves 7 Draft Resolutions on Transnational Crime, Drug Control, Social Development; Concludes Discussion of Indigenous Issues
October 24, 2003
GA/SPD/270
Fourth Committee Approves Texts Endorsing Work of Outer Space Committee, Urging Full Support for Implementation of 1999 Vienna Space Conference
October 24, 2003
IHA/813
Emergency Relief Coordinator Addresses Madrid Donor Conference on Iraq
October 24, 2003
SG/SM/8955/Rev.1
United States, United Nations Need Each Other in Relationship of "Productive "Interdependence, Secretary-General Says in Heinz Foundation Lecture
October 24, 2003
SG/SM/8958
Secretary-General Emphasizes Need for Flexible Multilateral Architecture at Annual UN Press Corps Dinner
October 24, 2003
SG/SM/8959
Secretary-General Appeals to Donors to "Give "Generously for Iraq’s Reconstruction, in Address to Madrid Conference
October 24, 2003
UNIS/NAR/818
UNODC and Fifa Heads Join Professional Players at Football Without Borders
October 28, 2003
DSG/SM/208
Reform of UN to Meet New Circumstances, Challenges Is Ongoing Process, Deputy Secretary-General Tells General Assembly
October 28, 2003
GA/AB/3580
Budget Committee Told of Moves to Widen Marketing of United Nations Products, Both for Advocacy and to Generate Income; Series of Texts Approved on Auditing, Oversight, Related Issues
October 28, 2003
GA/AB/3581
Secretary-General Will Present Budget for 2004-2005 to Fifth Committee Tuesday, 28 October
October 28, 2003
GA/SHC/3751
Speakers in Third Committee Discuss Old, New Forms of Racism, Implementation of Measures to End Discrimination; Also Hears Introduction of Draft Resolutions on Advancement of Women
October 28, 2003
GA/SHC/3752
Broader Legal Definition of "Mercenary Needed, Says Special Rapporteur, as Third Committee Continues Discussion of Self-determination, Racism; Delegates Stress Importance of Education,tolerance, Dialogue in Countering Racism, Discrimination
October 28, 2003
GA/SM/337
General Assembly President, in UN Day Message, Says Organization Must Overcome Challenges, Tragedy, Continue Essential Work
October 28, 2003
SC/7905
Security Council Amends Statute of Rwanda Tribunal, Increasing Number of Ad Litem Judges to Nine; Resolution 1512 (2003) Adopted Unanimously; in Presidential Statement, Council Also Confirms Tribunal’s Power to Fund Upgrading of Prison Accommodations
October 28, 2003
SG/SM/8960
Secretary-General, in Message to Igad Summit, Lauds Sudan Peace Process, Expresses Concern Over Somalia Hostilities
October 28, 2003
SG/SM/8961
In Increasingly High-risk Environment, No More Serious Duty than to Protect Staff, Secretary-General Says at Unveiling of Headquarters Memorial
October 28, 2003
SG/SM/8962
Secretary-General Welcomes Agreement on Hiv Treatment Between Clinton Foundation, Drug Manufacturers; Hopes More Companies Will Follow
October 28, 2003
SG/SM/8963
October 28, 2003
SG/SM/8964
Secretary-General Underscores Importance of Music to Humankind, at Concert Celebrating UN Day and Switzerland’s Membership
October 28, 2003
SG/SM/8965
Secretary-General Underlines Link Between Peace and Development, in Remarks to Global Parliamentarians Meeting
October 29, 2003
GA/SPD/272
Speakers Praise Public Information Reforms as Fourth Committee Delegates Emphasize Need to Sensitize, Educate on Work of United Nations
October 29, 2003
SC/7906
Security Council Extends UN Mission for Referendum in Western Sahara Until 31 January 2004; Resolution 1513 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
October 29, 2003
SC/7907
UN Will Terminate Iraq Oil-for-food Programme 21 November, Facilitate Smooth Handover to Coalition Authority, Security Council Told; Benon Sevan, Programme’s Executive Director, Briefs Council
October 29, 2003
SC/SM/8967
Secretary-General Condemns Latest Bombings in Baghdad, Calls Attack on Red Cross "Crime Against "Humanity
October 29, 2003
SC/SM/8968
Secretary-General Deplores Continuing Demolition of Palestinian Buildings
October 29, 2003
SC/SM/8969
Mobilization of Young People Crucial to War Against AIDS, Secretary-General Says in Message to Youthaids Benefit Gala
October 29, 2003
SC/SM/8970
Secretary-General’s Statement to Assembly’s Fifth Committee, Presenting United Nations Budget for 2004-2005
October 29, 2003
UNIS/NAR/819
Area Under Opium Poppy Cultivation in Afghanistan Has Increased by Eight per Cent, UN Says
October 30, 2003
DSG/SM/209
Global Community Must Be Able to Deal with Both "Hard, "Soft Threats, Deputy Secretary-General Tells Civil Society Leaders
October 30, 2003
GA/DIS/3264
Disarmament Committee Consensus Text Calls on All States to Support Efforts to Prevent Terrorists from Acquiring Weapons of Mass Destruction; One of 12 Drafts Recommended to General Assembly for Adoption;disarmament and Development, Mediterranean Security
October 30, 2003
GA/SPD/273
Fourth Committee Approves Text Asking General Assembly to Emphasize Public Information Department’s Essential Role as Un’s Clear, Effective Voice; Acting Without Vote, Delegates Approve Second Draft Resolutions, Draft Decision
October 30, 2003
SC/7908
Women Suffer Disproportionately During and After War, Security Council Told During Day-long Debate on Women, Peace and Security; Briefed by Peacekeeping Under-secretary-General, Senior Gender Adviser for UN Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo
October 30, 2003
SC/SM/8966
Secretary-General Welcomes Spirit of Openness, Forgiveness in Central African Republic National Reconciliation Dialogue
October 30, 2003
SC/SM/8971
Secretary-General Hails Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan as True Statesman, in Remarks to Memorial Ceremony for Former Refugee Chief
October 31, 2003
GA/AB/3585
Proposed Budget for UN Should Reflect Priorities Set Out in Mid-term Plan, Millennium Goals, Major Conferences, Fifth Committee Delegates Stress; Concerns Raised About Funding for Development Needs, Extrabudgetary Financing
October 31, 2003
SC/SM/8972
International Challenges Discussed as Secretary-General Hosts Luncheon for Heads of United Nations Principal Organs
October 31, 2003
SC/SM/8973
Secretary-General Meets with Brazilian Parliamentary Delegation
October 31, 2003
SC/SM/8974
Current Net Flow of Resources from Developing World to Other Countries Must Be Reversed, Secretary-General Tells High-level Dialogue
October 31, 2003
SC/SM/8975
Secretary-General Welcomes Developments in Korean Talks Process
October 31, 2003
GA/SPD/274
Palestinian Refugee Agency Still Faces Major Challenges as Situation in Occupied Territories Worsens, Commissioner-General Tells Fourth Committee; Presenting Annual Report, He Cites Israeli Military Operations, Funding Shortfalls
October 31, 2003
GA/SHC/3755
Third Committee Approves Six Draft Resolutions on Social Development, Women’s Issues, Disabled Persons, Indigenous People, Crime Prevention
November 3, 2003
ECOSOC/6095
Economic and Social Council Elects Members to Narcotics Control Board, World Food Programme’s Executive Board, Other Bodies
November 3, 2003
GA/10199
General Assembly Adopts UN Convention Against Corruption, Opens Treaty for Signature at High-level Conference in Merida, Mexico, 9-11 December
November 3, 2003
GA/AB/3586
Information Technology Management, Secretariat Post Structure Among Issues Raised in Fifth Committee Budget Debate
November 3, 2003
GA/SHC/3756
States Must Intensify National Efforts to Counter Racism, Racial Discrimination, Third Committee Told, as Discussion on Those Issues Concludes
November 3, 2003
SC/7910
President of United Nations Security Council and Chairman of Military Staff Committee in November
November 3, 2003
SG/SM8977
Secretary-General Lauds Adoption by General Assembly of United Nations Convention Against Corruption; New Instrument Described as New Framework for Action Against "Insidious "Plague
November 3, 2003
SAG/175
United Nations Launches International Year of Rice; Symbol of Cultural Identity and Global Unity
November 3, 2003
UNIS/NAR/821
UNODC Calls for an Independent Investigation Following Inter-Regional Advisor’s Resignation
November 3, 2003
UNIS/NAR/820
International Narcotics Control Board Examines Impact of Drugs, Crime and Violence at Community Level
November 4, 2003
DSG/SM/210
Developing Country Dependence on Commodities Must Be Addressed for Any Chance at Meeting Anti-poverty Goals, Says Deputy Secretary-General
November 4, 2003
GA/AB/3587
Ongoing Review of Un’s Pay, Benefits System Taken up in Budget Committee
November 4, 2003
GA/L/3243
Legal Committee, Continuing Work on Law Commission Report, Considers Shared Natural Resources, Fragmentation of International Law; Draft Texts Presented on Measures Against Terrorism, Legal Protection of UN and Related Personnel, Jurisdictional Immunities
November 4, 2003
GA/SHC/3757
High Commissioner Stresses Need to Find Durable Solutions, Ensure Human Security, as Third Committee Begins Refugee Discussion
November 4, 2003
GA/SPD/275
Strong Support Expressed for Palestine Refugee Agency, as Fourth Committee Continues Discussion of Annual Report
November 4, 2003
SG/SM/8976
Secretary-General’s Message to UN Group on Security in Central Africa; Encouraging Progress Noted, but Peace Processes "Still "Fragile
November 4, 2003
SG/SM/8978
No Ready-made, One-size-fits-all Solutions to Challenges of Governance, Secretary-General Tells Global Forum on Reinventing Government
November 4, 2003
SG/SM/8979
Secretary-General Welcomes 2 November Burundi Agreement Aimed at Settling Political, Power-sharing Issues
November 4, 2003
UNIS/CP/449
United Nations Protocol Against the Smuggling of Migrants Enters Into Force
November 5, 2003
GA/AB/3588
Performance-based Pay System, Hazard Pay Increase for Local Staff Among Issues Raised, as Fifth Committee Debate Continues
November 5, 2003
PI/1519
Government Use of Electronic Technologies Spreading Widely but Unevenly, Says United Nations Report; Potential for Improving Practice of Public Administration Stressed
November 5, 2003
SG/A/857
Secretary-General Names High-level Panel to Study Global Security Threats, and Recommend Necessary Changes
November 5, 2003
SG/SM/8980
Secretary-General Distressed by Indonesian Flood Deaths Disaster
November 5, 2003
SG/SM/8981
Secretary-General Hopes Decisions by Sri Lanka’s President Do Not Harm Peace Process
November 5, 2003
SG/SM/8982
Secretary-General Establishes Team to Investigate Responsibilities, Decision-making Prior to Attack on UN Baghdad Headquarters
November 5, 2003
SG/SM/8983
Secretary-General Praises Launch of Environmental Law Academy in Shanghai
November 5, 2003
SG/SM/8984
Secretary-General Hails Signing of Caspian Sea Protection Treaty
November 6, 2003
GA/AB/3589
Un’s Future Effectiveness Dependent on Credible System to Evaluate Performance, Improved Conditions of Service, Budget Committee Told
November 6, 2003
GA/SPD/276
Grave Concern Expressed Over Deteriorating Situation in Occupied Palestinian Territories, as Fourth Committee Takes up Report on Israeli Practices
November 6, 2003
SG/SM/8985
Secretary-General Welcomes "Geneva "Accord Outlining Detailed Steps to Resolve Israeli-palestinian Conflict
November 6, 2003
SG/SM/8986
Secretary-General Deeply Saddened by Death of Sharon Capeling-alakija, Head of United Nations Volunteers
November 6, 2003
SG/SM/8987
Secretary-General Spells Out Dominant Threats to World Peace on Receiving Global Leadership Award from Aspen Institute
November 7, 2003
GA/SHC/3760
Social Committee Approves Draft Resolutions on Youth, Women, Palestinian Children; Begins Discussion of Human Rights Issues
November 7, 2003
GA/SPD/277
Speakers Condemn Israel’s Human Rights Violation in Occupied Territories, Call for International Disengagement Force, as Fourth Committee Continues Debate
November 7, 2003
SC/7912
Security Council Press Statement on Burundi
November 7, 2003
SG/SM/8988
Existing Laws Not Sufficient to Address Danger Posed to Environment by Conflict, Secretary-General Says in International Day Message
November 7, 2003
SG/SM/8989
Millennium Development Goals Ambitious but Technically Feasible in Short Time Allowed, Secretary-General Tells Zhuhai Conference
November 7, 2003
SG/SM/8990
Secretary-General Welcomes Planned Meeting on Cote D’ivoire
November 7, 2003
UNIS/NAR/822
Leading United Nations Agencies Renew Partnership; United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and United Nations Office for Project Services Sign Memorandum of Understanding
November 10, 2003
GA/SHC/3761
Third Committee Hears Calls for Increased Effectiveness in Operations of Human Rights Treaty Bodies
November 10, 2003
SG/SM/8991
Genuine Democracy at Home, Effective Multilateralism Abroad Surest Paths to Peace, Development Says Secretary-General in Santiago Address
November 10, 2003
SG/SM/8992
Secretary-General Congratulates Canada for Ratification of UN Law of Sea Convention
November 10, 2003
UNIS/BIO/688
New Permanent Representative of Viet Nam Presents Credentials
November 10, 2003
UNIS/CP/450
Baltic Sea States Seminar on Anti-terrorism Instruments
November 11, 2003
GA/AB/3591
More Streamlined, Flexible Budgetary Process Needed, Say Speakers in Fifth Committee Debate
November 11, 2003
GA/EF/3064
Israel Still Destroying Occupied Territories, Second Committee Delegates Say at Conclusion of Debate on Arab Sovereignty
November 11, 2003
GA/SHC/3762
Addressing Third Committee, Acting High Commissioner Stresses Link Between Promotion of Human Rights, Poverty Eradication and Development; Issues Related to Migrants, Cambodia Also Discussed
November 11, 2003
SG/SM/8993
Secretary-General, in Visit to Historic Guayaquil, Ecuador, Says Cities Can Be Models of Democracy, Diversity
November 11, 2003
SG/SM/8994
Secretary-General Cites Latin American, Caribbean Experience to Highlight Importance of UN Reform at Santiago Round Table
November 11, 2003
SG/SM/8995
Secretary-General Strongly Condemns Riyadh Terrorist Attack
November 11, 2003
SG/SM/8996
Secretary-General, Calling Galapagos Showcase of Interdependence, Warns Against Costly Inaction in Face of Threat to Biodiversity
November 11, 2003
UNIS/BIO/689
New Permanent Representative of the Republic of Lithuania Presents Credentials
November 12, 2003
GA/EF/3065
Unequal Benefits of Globalization, Need to Implement Development Financing Commitments Focus of Second Committee Debate
November 12, 2003
GA/PAL/933
Palestinian Rights Committee Seeks End to Israeli Settlement Activities, Reversal of Building of Separation Wall; Action by General Assembly Called For; Other Texts Urge UN to Continue Information, Related Efforts to Mobilize International Support
November 12, 2003
GA/SHC/3763
Third Committee Considers Reports on Internally Displaced Persons, Torture, Human Rights to Food, Freedom of Religion; Draft Resolutions Introduced on Office of UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Mercenaries
November 12, 2003
GA/SPD/278
Fourth Committee Postpones Action on Final Items of Session; More Time Said to Be Needed for "Mediation on Draft Texts on UNRWA, Israeli Practices in Occupied Territories
November 12, 2003
SC/7913
Head of Security Council Mission to Afghanistan Reports Progress in Many Areas, but Says Insecurity Still Challenges Peace Process
November 12, 2003
SC/7914
Security Council Urges Somali Leaders to Reach Agreement on Viable Government Through Planned November Meeting in Kenya
November 12, 2003
SG/SM/8997
Secretary-General Praises Ties Linking United Nations, Ecuadorian Capital as He Prepares to Inaugurate UN House in Quito
November 12, 2003
SG/SM/8998
Consolidation of Democracy, Development, Multilateralism Focus of Secretary-General’s Address to National Congress of Ecuador
November 12, 2003
SG/SM/8999
Secretary-General Welcomes Release of Additional 300 War Prisoners by Frente Polisario
November 12, 2003
UNIS/BIO/690
New Permanent Representative of Malta Presents Credentials
November 12, 2003
UNIS/VIC/111
Water Scientist Meets Water Artist at the VIC
November 12, 2003
UNIS/CP/451
United Nations Promotes Action to Prevent and Counter Trafficking in Human Beings from Nigeria Into Italy; UN Assists Nigeria and Italy in Signing "Memorandum of "Cooperation
November 13, 2003
GA/EF/3066
Second Committee Delegates Agree on Need for Better Monitoring of Monterrey Consensusimplementation as Debate Concludes
November 13, 2003
GA/SHC/3764
Reports on Right to Health, Human Rights in Myanmar, Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi, Iraq Discussed in Social Committee; Draft Resolutions Introduced on Refugee Issues, Torture, Migrants, Human Rights Conventions, Israeli Children
November 13, 2003
PI/1520
More than 50 Heads of State or Government to Participate in World Information Summit in Geneva, 10 � 12 December
November 13, 2003
SC/7915
Press Statement on Democratic Republic of Congo by Security Council President
November 13, 2003
SC/7916
Press Statements on Terrorist Attack Threats, by Security Council President
November 13, 2003
SG/SM/9000
"United Nations "House in Quito Epitome of UN Family in Action, Says Secretary-General at Inauguration Ceremony
November 13, 2003
SG/SM/9001
Secretary-General, at Lima Award Ceremony, Lauds Contribution of Peru to Peacekeeping, Other Work of United Nations
November 13, 2003
SG/SM/9002
Secretary-General, in Address to Peruvian Congress, Urges Country to Persevere on Development Path, Despite Imperfections, Frustrations Along the Way
November 13, 2003
SG/SM/9003
Intolerance -- Scourge with Deadly Consequences -- Threat to Democracy, Peace, Security, Says Secretary-General on International Day
November 13, 2003
UNIS/BIO/691
New Permanent Representative of Greece Presents Credentials
November 14, 2003
GA/SHC/3765
Third Committee Approves 10 Draft Resolutions on Palestinian Rights, Use of Mercenaries, Refugee Issues, Migrant Workers; Reports Discussed on Violence Against Women, Human Rights Defenders
November 14, 2003
SG/SM/9004
Local Authorities Vital to Bringing People’s Everyday Concerns to National, Local Attention, Secretary-General Says at Cuzco Ceremony
November 14, 2003
SG/SM/9005
Secretary-General Hails Contributions of Indigenous Peoples to Human Civilization in Remarks in Machu Picchu, Peru
November 14, 2003
SG/SM/9006
Secretary-General Urges Bolivians to Work for Reconciliation, Justice, as He Receives Key to High-altitude Andean City
November 14, 2003
SG/SM/9007
World’s Most Powerful Medium of Communication Can Be Tremendous Force for Good, Secretary-General Says in World Television Day Message
November 17, 2003
GA/SHC/3766
Speakers in Third Committee Debate Stress Need to Integrate Respect for Human Rights Into Counter-terrorism Strategies; Importance of Development in Relation to Human Rights Also Stressed
November 17, 2003
SC/7919
Security Council Committee Adds Two Individuals and One Entity to Al-qaida Section of Its Consolidated List
November 17, 2003
SC/7920
Security Council Committee Adds Fifteen Individuals to Al-qaida Section of Its Consolidated List
November 17, 2003
SG/SM/9008
Secretary-General, in La Paz Address, Praises Bolivian Congress for "Determination to Make Democracy "Work in Recent Crisis
November 17, 2003
SG/SM/9009
Secretary-General Hails Iran’s Decision on Additional Protocol
November 17, 2003
SG/SM/9010
Secretary-General Awarded Grand Cross of Condor De Los Andes, Symbol of Friendship Between Bolivia, United Nations
November 17, 2003
UNIS/CP/452
UN to Hold Meeting of Experts and Key Officials to Discuss Issue of Trafficking in Persons
November 18, 2003
GA/SHC/3767
Delegates Stress Importance of Respect for All Human Rights � Economic, Social, Cultural, Civil, Political � as Third Committee Concludes General Discussion; Draft Resolutions Introduced on Human Rights Along with Amendment to Draft on Family
November 18, 2003
PI/1521
Information Summit Negotiations Agree on Bulk of Declaration, Action Plan; Final High-level Talks 5-6 December Aim to Resolve Contentious Issues
November 18, 2003
SG/SM/9011
Economic Development, Democracy, Social Justice Must Advance Hand in Hand, Secretary-General Tells Ibero-american Summit
November 18, 2003
SG/SM/9012
Secretary-General Condemns Attacks on Istanbul Synagogues
November 18, 2003
SG/SM/9013
Secretary-General Condemns Deadly Attack Against Refugee Worker in Afghanistan, Calls for Greater Security Measures
November 18, 2003
SG/SM/9014
AIDS Epidemic "Continues Its Lethal "March, as International Action Still Far Short of What Is Needed, Says Secretary-General on
November 18, 2003
SG/SM/9015
Secretary-General Welcomes Repatriation of Over 100 Rwandan Rebels from Democratic Republic of Congo
November 18, 2003
SG/SM/9016
Secretary-General Stresses Key Role of Industrialization in Africa’s Efforts to Achieve Development Goals, Integrate Into Global Economy
November 18, 2003
SG/SM/9017
Secretary-General Praises Italy’s Leadership in Struggle to Realize Rights of Persons with Disabilities, in Message to New York Award Ceremony
November 19, 2003
GA/SHC/3768
Third Committee Approves Draft Resolutions on Women Migrant Workers, Human Rights and Cultural University, Rural Women; Draft Introduced on Human Rights, Mass Exoduses
November 19, 2003
SC/7922
Press Statement on Afghanistan by Security Council President
November 19, 2003
SG/SM/9018
World in Which Millions Live in Desperate Conditions Will Not Be World at Peace, Secretary-General Says at Launch of 2004 Humanitarian Appeal
November 20, 2003
GA/SHC/3769
Third Committee Approves Draft Resolution Calling for Impartiality, Objectivity in International Cooperation on Human Rights; Committee Hears Introduction of 13 Drafts on Human Rights
November 20, 2003
PI/1522
Surprise Results in Ranking of Global Access to Communications Technology; Slovenia, Republic of Korea Among Leaders; Findings in International Telecommunication Union Report Will Be Discussed at Forthcoming World Summit on Information Society
November 20, 2003
SC/7923
Period of Inertia, Excuses, Conditionality in Middle East Peacemaking Must End, Under-secretary-General Tells Security Council
November 20, 2003
SC/7924
Security Council Adopts Resolution Endorsing Road Map Leading towards Two-state Resolution of Israeli-palestinian Conflict
November 20, 2003
SC/7925
Security Council Condemns Continuing Exploitation of Natural Resources in Democratic Republic of Congo; Presidential Statement Emphasizes Connection Between Ongoing Conflict, Illegal Trafficking in Resources, Arms
November 20, 2003
SC/7926
Security Council Expresses Intention to Address Mine Action in Peacekeeping Mandates, Citing Long-term Effects of Landmines on Peace, Security
November 21, 2003
GA/PAL/934
Bureau of Palestinian Rights Committee Welcomes Security Council’s Resolution Endorsing "Road "Map to Solution of Israeli-palestinian Conflict
November 21, 2003
GA/SHC/3770
Third Committee Approves 10 Draft Resolutions on Human Rights, Self-determination, Elimination of Racism; Recorded Votes Taken on Drafts Concerning Self-determination, Right to Health, Coercive Measures, Terrorism, Access to Medication
November 21, 2003
GA/SM/338
General Assembly President Marks Africa Industrialization Day with Call for Region’s Integration Into Global Economy
November 21, 2003
Note No. 257
World AIDS Day - 1 December 2003
November 21, 2003
SC/7927
Security Council Appeals to International Community to Support Proposed International Conference on Great Lakes Region
November 21, 2003
SC/7929
Security Council Condemns Bomb Attacks in Istanbul, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 1516 (2003)
November 21, 2003
SC/7930
Security Council Stresses Need for Continuity in Iraq Reconstruction, with Conclusion of "Oil-for-food Programme on 21 November; Secretary-General Expresses Pride in Orderly Handover of Large, Complex Operation, Despite Current Insecurity in Iraq
November 21, 2003
SG/SM/9019
Secretary-General Hails Winners of Environment Prize for Courage, Creativity, Willingness to Forge Partnerships
November 21, 2003
SG/SM/9020
Secretary-General, Urging International Partnership for Great Lakes Conference, Calls for Wide, Sustained Participation; Addressing Security Council, He Emphasizes Need for Regional Approach to Consolidate National Peace Processes
November 21, 2003
SG/SM/9021
Secretary-General Underlines Importance of Internal Transparency, Integrity in Message to Tripartite Oversight Coordination Meeting
November 21, 2003
SG/SM/9022
Secretary-General Strongly Condemns Deadly Istanbul Bombings
November 21, 2003
SG/SM/9023
Secretary-General’s Statement to Security Council Meeting on Conclusion of UN Oil-for-food Programme for Iraq
November 21, 2003
TAD/1965
UNCTAD Report Says E-commerce Strong in Developed Countries, with Positive Impact; Others Urged to Show Political Will for Technical Progress
November 21, 2003
TAD/1966
UNCTAD Report Indicates New Internet Applications Gaining Ground in Developing Countries
November 21, 2003
TAD/1967
UNCTAD Says Open-source Software Could Boost Information Technology Sector in Developing Countries
November 24, 2003
Note No. 258
Africa’s Orphan Crisis: Worst Is Yet to Come; UNICEF Report Calls for Immediate Help for Families Supporting Massive and Growing Orphan Population
November 24, 2003
SC/7932
Murder, Intimidation Will Not Prevent Emergence of Democratic Iraq, Security Council Told by Coalition Provisional Authority; United States, United Kingdom Brief Council, Describe Agreement Aimed at Transitional National Assembly by June 2004
November 24, 2003
SC/7933
List Established Pursuant to Security Council Resolution 1483 (2003) List Established Pursuant to Security Council Resolution 1483 (2003)
November 24, 2003
SG/SM/9024
Secretary-General Calls for Restraint Over Developments in Georgia
November 24, 2003
SG/SM/9025
Secretary-General Mourns Death of David Dacko, First President of Central African Republic
November 24, 2003
SG/SM/9026
Secretary-General Applauds Dedication, Courage of Volunteers in Message to Mark International Volunteer Day
November 24, 2003
SG/SM/9027
Secretary-General, in Lecture on International Flows of Humanity, Says Human Rights Must Be at Heart of Migration Policies; He Emphasizes Need for Global Approach to Issue, Urges Receiving States to Ratify Migrant Workers Convention
November 24, 2003
SG/SM/9028
Secretary-General Stresses Crucial Importance of New Financial Approaches in Adjusting, Responding to Climate Change Threat
November 24, 2003
UNIS/VIC/113
Pivotal Role of Judges in the Protection of Human Rights Discussed at the United Nations
November 24, 2003
UNIS/CP/453
Human Trafficking Issue of Growing Concern in Latin America
November 26, 2003
GA/PAL/935
Palestinian Rights Committee to Meet on 1 December to Mark International Day of Solidarity
November 26, 2003
GA/SHC/3772
Third Committee Approves Nine Draft Resolutions on Human Rights Issues, Including Texts on Migrants, Violence Against Women; Five Recorded Votes Taken Regarding Right to Food, Peace, Electoral Processes, Impact of Globalization, Turkmenistan
November 26, 2003
GA/SHC/3773
Third Committee Approves Nine Draft Resolutions on Social Development, Human Rights, Advancement of Women; Recorded Votes Taken on Texts Concerning INSTRAW, Right to Development, UN Role in Promoting Democracy
November 26, 2003
POP/880
World Should Promote Zero Tolerance for Violence Against Women, Says Unfp
November 26, 2003
SC/7934
Security Council Further Extends Mandate of UN Force in Cyprus; Resolution 1517 (2003) Also Urges Turkish Cypriot Side, Turkish Forces to Lift Remaining Restrictions on Peacekeepers
November 26, 2003
SC/7935
Security Council Is Told Problems of Central African Subregion Need Comprehensive, Integrated Cross-border Approach; Options Reviewed in Debate on Report of Economic Assessment Mission; Secretary-General Proposes Appointment of Special Envoy
November 26, 2003
SC/7936
Security Council Unanimously Adopts Resolution Establishing Committee to Track Financial Assets Removed from Iraq
November 26, 2003
SC/7937
Secretary-General Expresses Deep Concern Over Stalemate in Côte D’ivoire as West African Officials Brief Security Council; Militias Must Be Disbanded, Disarmed; Country’s De Facto Partition Must End, He Says
November 26, 2003
SG/SM/9029
Secretary-General Reiterates Call for Restraint in Georgia
November 26, 2003
SG/SM/9030
Secretary-General Calls for Transformation in Men’s Attitudes to End All Forms of Violence Against Women; Message to Mark International Day Also Urges Changes in Oppressive Laws, Practices, Institutions
November 26, 2003
SG/SM/9031
Secretary-General Welcomes Pakistan’s Decision to Implement Unilateral Kashmir Ceasefire, India’s Positive Response
November 26, 2003
SG/SM/9032
Secretary-General Warns Cote D’ivoire "Could Slip Back Into "Conflict in Statement to Security Council
November 26, 2003
UNIS/VIC/114
Investigation Clears United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
November 27, 2003
AFR/773
Worst Yet to Come for Africa’s AIDS Orphans, Report Warns as UNICEF Urges Help for Families Supporting Growing Numbers; with 11 Million Children Already Orphaned, Botswana, Lesotho, Swaziland Face Biggest Increases, Says Agency
November 27, 2003
SG/SM/9033
Secretary-General Calls for Reversal of Decline in Ratifications of Amended Protocol on Use of Mines, Booby-traps, Other Devices
November 28, 2003
UNIS/CP/454
Italy Supports UN Criminal Justice Reform Programme in Afghanistan
December 1, 2003
GA/SHC/3774
Rights of Children, Racism, Protecting Human Rights While Combatting Terrorism Among Issues Addressed in Texts Approved by Third Committee; Decides to Take No Action on Draft Concerning Role of Parents
December 1, 2003
Note No. 251
Human Rights Officials Emphazise HIV/AIDS Crisis: A Worsening Human Rights Emergency
December 1, 2003
SG/2086
Secretary-General’s Report Says Israel Not in Compliance with General Assembly Resolution on West Bank "Barrier
December 1, 2003
SG/SM/9034
Secretary-General Underscores Importance of Careful Management in Message to Tourism Forum for Peace, Sustainable Development
December 1, 2003
SG/SM/9035
Humanitarian Principles of Conventional Weapons Convention "Timeless, Says Secretary-General, as States Parties Begin Geneva Meeting
December 1, 2003
SG/SM/9036
Secretary-General, in Message to Nobel Peace Laureates, Urges Them to Make Their Voices Heard in Review of Global Security
December 1, 2003
SG/SM/9037
Peace, End to Occupation, Security for Israelis All Possible, Secretary-General Says on International Day of Solidarity with Palestinians
December 1, 2003
SG/SM/9038
Best Way to Remember Those Lost in War Is to "Rededicate Ourselves to the Cause of "Peace, Secretary-General Tells World Veterans Federation
December 1, 2003
SG/SM/9039
"Intolerable and "Unacceptable Practice of Slavery Has Yet to Be Eradicated, Secretary-General Says in International Day Message
December 1, 2003
UNIS/NAR/823
New HIV/AIDS Radio Spots for Ethiopia Released to Mark World AIDS Day 2003
December 1, 2003
UNIS/NAR/824
"Hiv-aids Epidemic Can Be Prevented and Reversed Among Injecting Drug "Users, Says UNODC Head
December 2, 2003
AFR/776
FAO Study Examines Impact of HIV/AIDS in Rural Africa
December 2, 2003
GA/SM/339
General Assembly President, in International Day Message, Calls for Support for Efforts to Resolve Israeli-palestinian Conflict
December 2, 2003
SG/A/858
Secretary-General Appoints New Special Representative for Sierra Leone
December 2, 2003
SG/SM/9040
Secretary-General Hails Anniversary of Costa Rica’s Abolition of Its Armed Forces
December 2, 2003
SG/SM/9041
Secretary-General Reiterates Need for Political Solution to Israeli-palestinian Conflict in Statement to Committee; Each Side Wounds Itself by Harming the Other, He Says in Message to Mark International Day of Solidarity
December 2, 2003
SG/SM/9042
?let Us Listen to Disabled Persons ?- Not Just on This Day, but Every ’Day, Says Secretary-General in Message on International Day
December 2, 2003
UNIS/CP/455
UNODC Holds Regional Seminar in Mali to Promote Ratification of UN Conventions on Crime and Terrorism
December 3, 2003
GA/SM/340
General Assembly President Announces Awardees of 2003 United Nations Prize in Field of Human Rights
December 3, 2003
SC/7940
Security Council Committee on Somalia Discusses Findings of November Mission
December 3, 2003
SG/SM/9043
Only Collective Engagement Can Tackle Africa’s Urgent Urban Challenge Says Secretary-General to Cameroon ’?africities Conference
December 4, 2003
SC/7941
Press Statement on Somalia by President of Security Council
December 4, 2003
SG/SM/9044
Secretary-General, Addressing World Affairs Forum, Underscores Need for Collective Action to Face Global Challenges
December 4, 2003
SG/SM/9045
Secretary-General Pays Tribute to Members of Hospitality Committee for UN Delegations
December 4, 2003
SG/SM/9046
Secretary-General, Observing Human Rights Day, Stresses That Defending Rights Is Responsibility of All
December 4, 2003
SG/SM/9047
Cities Can Be Vehicles for Peace, Secretary-General Tells Los Angeles City Council
December 4, 2003
UNIS/OS/270
United Nations Workshop in Vienna on the Use and Applications of Global Navigation Satellite Systems
December 5, 2003
SC/7942
In Presidential Statement, Security Council Expresses Grave Concern at Attempts by Armed Elements in Cote D’ivoire to Cross Ceasefire Line
December 5, 2003
SC/7943
Press Statement on Liberia by Security Council President
December 5, 2003
SC/7944
Time Ripe for United Nations to Take Over Peacekeeping Operations in Burundi, Security Council Told; Facilitator of Peace Process Briefs Members on Gains, Remaining Challenges After Decade of Conflict
December 5, 2003
SC/7945
Security Council Committee Adds One Individual to Al-qaida Section of Its Consolidated List
December 5, 2003
SG/SM/9048
Daughter of Walt Disney, Founder of "Roots of "Peace Praised by Secretary-General for Their Generosity, Commitment to Anti-landmine Cause
December 5, 2003
SG/SM/9049
Secretary-General Praises Celebrity Advocates as "New Kind of "Star, Shining Light on Hardship, Injustice, in Remarks at UNICEF Gala
December 5, 2003
SG/SM/9050
Families Play Vital Role in Development, Peace Efforts, Secretary-General Says at Launch of Tenth Anniversary of International Year
December 5, 2003
SG/SM/9051
Newly Appointed High-level Panel on Threats, Challenges, Change to Meet 5 - 7 December
December 5, 2003
SG/SM/9052
Secretary-General Stresses Importance of Stocktaking in Message to Non-governmental Organizations Meeting in Geneva
December 5, 2003
UNIS/NAR/825
Afghan Foreign Minister Meets UNOV Director-General; Counter-narcotic Efforts Discussed
December 8, 2003
PI/1524
Benefits of Information Technology for Indigenous Peoples to Be Highlighted at Upcoming Communications Summit
December 8, 2003
SG/SM/9053
Advisory Board Established to Monitor Iraq Development Fund to Meet 5 December
December 8, 2003
SG/SM/9054
Secretary-General Dismayed at Apparent Terrorist Explosion in Russian Commuter Train
December 8, 2003
SG/SM/9056
Sharon Capeling-alakija’s Life Driven by "Sense of Solidarity and Social "Justice, Secretary-General Says at Memorial Ceremony
December 8, 2003
SG/SM/9057
Secretary-General, in Message to Commonwealth Summit, Urges Dialogue for National Reconciliation in Zimbabwe
December 8, 2003
SG/SM/9059
Secretary-General, in Message for Launch of U Thant Institute Hails Predecessor’s Legacy of Focusing on the Individual
December 9, 2003
SC/7946
Press Statement on Iraq by Security Council President
December 9, 2003
SG/SM/9060
Secretary-General Profoundly Saddened by Children’s Deaths in Afghanistan Air Strikes
December 9, 2003
SG/SM/9061
Secretary-General Lauds Concern of Sergio Vieira De Mello for Human Security
December 9, 2003
UNIS/CP/456
Countries Gather to Sign on to Tough New Treaty Against Corruption, Beginning 9 December in M�rida, Mexico
December 10, 2003
GA/EF/3068
Second Committee Recommends Proclamation of International Decade on "Water for "Life, 2005-2015; Texts Also Approved on Palestinian Sovereignty Over Natural Resources, Coercive Economic Measures, Un-habitat, UNEP, Science for Development
December 10, 2003
IK/410
Statement by International Advisory and Monitoring Board for Iraq; Organizational Meeting of International Advisory and Monitoring Board
December 10, 2003
PI/1527
World Electronic Media Forum Opens; UN Secretary-General Says Electronic Media Are Among Most Important Vehicles of Peace, Progress and Solidarity
December 10, 2003
PI/1529
World Electronic Media Forum Round Table Discusses World Violence-media Violence
December 10, 2003
SG/A/859
Anwarul K. Chowdhury Designated Secretary-General of 2004 Meeting to Review Action Programme for Small Island States
December 10, 2003
SG/SM/9062
Goal Is "Information Society -- Open and Inclusive -- in Which Knowledge Empowers All "People, Says Secretary-General at World Electronic Media Forum
December 10, 2003
SG/SM/9063
Ict Has Tremendous Potential to Improve Health, Education, Governance, Says Secretary-General in Message at Launch of Ghana-india Kofi Annan Centre
December 10, 2003
SG/SM/9064
Win-win Outcomes Possible If Approach to Migration Is Rational, Compassionate, Secretary-General Annan Tells New Global Commission
December 10, 2003
SG/SM/9065
Secretary-General Urges Full Enforcement of New Merida Convention, Seen as Major Victory in Struggle Against Corruption
December 10, 2003
SG/SM/9066
Secretary-General Shocked by Terror Attack in Moscow
December 10, 2003
SG/SM/9067
Secretary-General Alarmed by Deteriorating Humanitarian Situation in Darfur Region of Sudan
December 10, 2003
SG/SM/9068
Open, Inclusive Information Society That Empowers All People Should Be Geneva Summit Legacy, Says Secretary-General
December 11, 2003
PI/1532
The Special Adviser of Secretary-General on Wsis and the Head of DPI Stress Role of Communication Technologies in Development
December 11, 2003
PI/1533
World Electornic Media Forum Round Table Discusses Media Freedom and Media Landscape in Arab World
December 11, 2003
PI/1537
At World Electronic Media Forum, Panel Debates Potential Opportunities, Dangers of Information Technologies
December 11, 2003
SG/A/860
Ross Mountain Named Acting Special Representative for Iraq
December 11, 2003
SG/SM/9055
In Message to Western Mediterranean Summit, Secretary-General Calls for Strengthening Cooperation Between Countries in Region
December 11, 2003
SG/SM/9069
Secretary-General Hopes Communication Will "Build Bridges of "Understanding, in Message to Students Participating in World Summit Event
December 11, 2003
SG/SM/9070
"Building An Open, Empowering Information Society Is A Social, Economic and Ultimately Political "Challenge, Says Secretary-General at World Summit
December 11, 2003
SG/SM/9071
Community Multimedia Centres Tremendous Platform for Development, Says Secretary-General, in Message to Geneva Launch of Initiative
December 11, 2003
SG/SM/9073
Secretary-General Very Concerned About Disturbances in Liberia Following Launch of Disarmament, Demobilization Programme
December 11, 2003
UNIS/CP/457
Momentum Builds for Anti-corruption Convention at Merida Signing Conference
December 12, 2003
PI/1538
International Partners Launch "Global E-policy Resource Network "(epol-net) at World Summit on Information Society
December 12, 2003
PI/1539
First Round Table of Wsis Discusses Creating Digital Opportunities
December 12, 2003
PI/1540
Wemf: New Technologies in Hands of Actors in Information Age Have Replaced Traditional Media; Speakers Note That New Ways of Acquiring Information Have Important Political Implications
December 12, 2003
PI/1541
Wsis Opening Meeting Discusses How Digital Divide Is Preventing Equal Sharing of Opportunities Concerning Icts; Speakers Call on Need to Promote International Cooperation to Reduce Digital and Other Divides
December 12, 2003
PI/1542
Wsis: Information, Communication Technologies Are Not End in Themselves, but Way to Fight Poverty; Many Speakers Support Creation of Digital Solidarity Fund
December 12, 2003
PI/1543
UN Public Information Chief Moderates Discussion on Digital Divide, Icts, Education Through Internet; Conference Video-links Students from Turkey, Uganda with Counterparts from United Nations Geneva International School
December 12, 2003
SC/7948
Security Council Committee Invites Member States to Comment on Second Report of Al-qaida and Taliban Monitoring Group
December 12, 2003
SC/7949
Press Statement by Security Council President on Democratic Republic of Congo
December 12, 2003
UNIS/CP/458
Top South East European Officials Meet to Discuss Law Enforcement and Anti-trafficking Strategies
December 12, 2003
UNIS/CP/459
Trillion-dollar Scourge of Corruption Under Attack as UN Conference Closes in Merida
December 15, 2003
ENV/DEV/746
Milan Conference Concludes as Ministers Call for Urgent and Coordinated Action on Climate Change
December 15, 2003
PAL/1972
$193 Million in Emergency Relief Needed for Refugees in West Bank and Gaza in 2004
December 15, 2003
PI/1545
Wsis Round Table Discusses Diversity in Cyberspace, Challenges Before World’s Users and Providers of Internet
December 15, 2003
PI/1546
Wsis: Promotion of Icts Can Help World Attain Millennium Development Goals; Participants Stress Icts Must Be Harnessed to Ensure Sustainable Development,inclusive Information Society Based on Human Rights
December 15, 2003
PI/1547
Wsis Round Table Discusses How to Use Icts to Achieve Millennium Development Goals
December 15, 2003
PI/1548
E-schools and Communities Initiative Launched Today at Information Summit; Will Connect Pupils, Villagers Across Developing World
December 15, 2003
PI/1549
World Summit on Information Society Concludes General Debate; Speakers Underscore Need to Bridge Digital Divide and Spread Icts Through Means Like Digital Solidarity Fund
December 15, 2003
PI/1551
UN Ict Task Force Proposed as Forum for Discussing Internet Governance
December 15, 2003
PI/1552
Global Information Society Summit Spurs Solidarity, Alliances but Hard Work, Action Ahead
December 15, 2003
SC/7950
Narrow Window of Opportunity Exists to Put Middle East Peace Process Back on Track, Special Coordinator Tells Security Council
December 15, 2003
SG/SM/9074
Secretary-General Expresses Gratitude for German Support of Global Compact; Calls on Business, Ngos, Governments to Take Stand for International Cooperation
December 15, 2003
SG/SM/9075
Anti-poverty Goals Cannot Be Met Without True Global Development Partnership, Says Secretary-General in Message to Marrakesh Conference
December 15, 2003
SG/SM/9076
Universal Values - Peace, Freedom, Social Progress, Equal Rights, Human Dignity � Acutely Needed, Secretary-General Says at T?bingen University, Germany
December 16, 2003
NGO/523
Non-governmental Organization Committee Opens 2003 Resumed Session, Recommends Consultative Status for 44 Organizations
December 16, 2003
REC/139
Combating Human Trafficking in Asia � Unescap Launches Resource Guide
December 16, 2003
SC/7952
Security Council Hears Call for Six-month Successor Mission to UN Political Office in Bougainville; UN Presence Would Monitor Constitutional Process, Security Situation, Disposal of Contained Weapons
December 16, 2003
SC/7954
Press Statement on Iraq by Security Council President
December 16, 2003
SG/SM/9077
Secretary-General Calls Capture of Saddam An Important Event
December 16, 2003
SG/SM/9078
Achieving Millennium Development Goals Requires Everyone to Join Forces, Secretary-General Says in Message to Poverty Soccer Game
December 16, 2003
SG/SM/9079
Secretary-General Points Out Areas for Mutual Assistance in Message to China-africa Cooperation Forum
December 16, 2003
SG/SM/9080
Secretary-General Affirms UN Support for Africa Environment Action Plan in Message to Algiers Conference
December 16, 2003
SG/SM/9082
Secretary-General Says His Plan for Cyprus Remains on Table
December 16, 2003
SG/SM/9083
Secretary-General Saddened by Death of Eminent Jurist, Scholar Oscar Schachter, "Pioneer in Development of International Law
December 16, 2003
UNIS/NAR/826
Europe’s Drug Consumption Stimulates Cannabis Cultivation in Morocco
December 16, 2003
UNISNAR/826
Europe''s Drug Consumption Stimulates Cannabis Cultivation in Morocco
December 16, 2003
SG/SM/9081
Secretary-General, in International Migrants Day Message, Underlines Need to Maximize Benefits of Migration
December 16, 2003
SC/7953
Security Council Strongly Condemns Violence Against Civilians, Other Protected Persons in Conflict Situations; Presidential Statement Reaffirms Need to Ensure Safety, Security, Free Movement for United Nations, Associated Personnel
December 17, 2003
GA/PAL/939
United Nations Meeting for Asia and Pacific on Question of Palestine Opens in Beijing
December 17, 2003
GA/PAL/940
World Community Must Pressure Israel to Cease Constructing Separation Wall, Beijing Meeting Told; Participants Discuss Illegal Israeli Policies, Actions Against Palestinians
December 17, 2003
PI/1553
UN Commissions Promote Regional Dimension of Information Society
December 17, 2003
SC/7955
In Briefing to Security Council, Secretary-General Says UN Ready to Play "Full "Part in Helping Iraq to Build Better Future; Iraqi Foreign Minister Underlines Need for Expanded UN Role
December 17, 2003
SC/7957
Security Council Requests Establishment of Monitoring Group to Investigate Violations of Arms Embargo on Somalia; Resolution 1519 (2003) Adopted Unanimously
December 17, 2003
SG/SM/9084
Credible, Inclusive Transition Offers Best Hope for Stability in Iraq, Secretary-General Tells Security Council
December 17, 2003
SG/SM/9085
Secretary-General Welcomes Launch of Weapons of Mass Destruction Commission
December 17, 2003
SG/SM/9086
Secretary-General Urges Israelis, Palestinians to Take Steps to Avoid Impairing Future Negotiations; Creative "Track "Two Initiatives Can Promote Momentum for Peace, He Tells Meeting on Palestine Question
December 18, 2003
GA/PAL/942
Separation Barrier Establishes "Facts on the "Ground, Beijing Meeting Told as Speakers Call for End to Construction; There Is No Simple Solution to Violent, Explosive Situation, Cautions Former United States Diplomat
December 18, 2003
NGO/524
Non-governmental Organization Committee Recommends Consultative Status with Ecosoc for 10 More Organizations
December 18, 2003
NGO/525
Non-governmental Organization Committee Recommends World Vision International for Most Participatory Ecosoc Consultative Status
December 18, 2003
PI/1554
Discover UN and Have Fun! Cd-rom for Youngsters from 6 to 96 Years
December 18, 2003
SC/7958
Under-secretary-General for Peacekeeping Briefs Security Council on Kosovo, Highlights Launch of Review Process for "Standards Before "Status Policy
December 18, 2003
SG/SM/9087
Secretary-General Calls for Renewed Dialogue, Release of Kidnapped Civilians in Colombia
December 18, 2003
GA/PAL/943
Asia and Pacific Meeting on Palestine Concludes with Final Document Welcoming Security Council Endorsement of Road Map; Experts in Concluding Session Discuss Support in Asia for Inalienable Rights of Palestinian People
December 19, 2003
GA/PAL/944
Chinese Scholars, International Experts Explore Role of Civil Society in Middle East Conflict
December 19, 2003
NGO/526
Committee on Non-governmental Organizations Takes Note of 52 Quadrennial Reports as It Continues 2003 Session; It Also Grants Six Reports for Special Consultative Status with Economic and Social Council
December 19, 2003
SC/7959
Security Council Condemns Killing of Kuwaitis, Third-country Nationals by Previous Iraqi Regime in Violation of International Law; in Presidential Statement, Council Expresses Strong Hope That Those Responsible Should Be Brought to Justice
December 19, 2003
SC/7960
Press Statement by Security Council President Concerning Working Group on General Issues of Sanctions
December 19, 2003
SC/7961
Press Statement by Security Council President on Cyprus
December 19, 2003
SG/SM/9088
Transcript of Press Conference by Secretary-General Kofi Annan at United Nations Headquarters, New York, on 18 December 2003
December 22, 2003
HR/4719
International Experts Condemn Curbs on Freedom of Expression, Control Over Media, Journalists
December 22, 2003
SG/SM/9089
Secretary-General Encouraged by Commitment to Implement Plan for Democratic Transition in Myanmar
December 22, 2003
SG/SM/9090
Good Governance Essential for Political Stability, Economic Growth Says Secretary-General in Message to West African Summit
December 23, 2003
SC/7964
Security Council Extends Mandate of Force Supervising Israel-syria Ceasefire Until 30 June 2004
December 23, 2003
SC/7966
Security Council Reaffirms Full Support for Burundi Peace Process, in Presidential Statement
December 23, 2003
SG/SM/9092
Secretary-General Distressed by Landslide, Flood Damage in Philippines, Says UN Stands Ready to Help
December 23, 2003
SC/7965
Security Council Resolution Dissolves Committee Overseeing Bans on Liberia, Sets up New Body to Oversee Embargoes; Adoption of New Text Aimed at Reflecting Changed Realities, Including Taylor Exit, Peace Progress in Sierra Leone
December 23, 2003
SG/SM/9091
Secretary-General Welcomes Libya�s Announcement on Weapons of Mass Destruction
December 23, 2003
SC/7963
Security Council Briefed by Chairs of Committees, Working Group on Effectiveness of Sanctions
December 24, 2003
SC/7967
Press Statement on Libya by Security Council President
December 24, 2003
SG/SM/9094
Secretary-General Condemns Deadly Incursion Into Refugee Camp

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