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Ex-UN Chief Ban Ki-moon Abandons South Korea Presidency Bid
Former United Nations secretary-general Ban Ki-moon ended his attempt to seek South Korea's presidency Wednesday, dropping a lifetime of diplomacy to denounce his country's political establishment.
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UN Chief Ban Ki-Moon Lauds India's Decision To Ratify Paris Agreement
UN chief Ban Ki-Moon lauded India for its "swift action" over the decision to ratify the Paris pact on climate change, saying he is looking forward to receiving New Delhi's instrument of accession.
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UN Chief Says He'd Like A Woman To Be Next Secretary-General
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says he would personally like to see a woman lead the United Nations for the first time since it was established more than 70 years ago.
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Buddhism Can Help Nations Tackle Pressing Challenges: UN Chief
In current times of hateful rhetoric aimed at dividing communities and violent conflicts, the Buddhist teachings of compassion and non-violence can help the international community tackle pressing challenges, UN chief Ban Ki-moon said in his message on the Day of Vesak.
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General Assembly is a Great Opportunity for India and Pak Leaders to Meet: UN Chief
As an advocate for friendly relations between India and Pakistan, the United Nations chief, Ban Ki-moon has called for the current General Assembly session as a great opportunity for leaders from both countries to meet. This, despite indications from India that there is no bilateral meeting scheduled between the two neighbours.
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UN Chief Ban Ki-Moon Calls for Postponement of Elections in Burundi
Elections in Burundi should be postponed, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said today, after opposition parties announced they were boycotting the upcoming polls.
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UN Warns of Syria 'Catastrophe' as NGOs Pledge Funds
A UN envoy warned on Monday of a "horrifying" humanitarian situation brewing in Syria as non-governmental organisations pledged more than $500 million for refugees on the eve of a major donor conference.
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UN Chief Ban Ki-Moon Condemns 'Terrorist Attacks' at Yemen Mosques
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon condemned Friday the "terrorist attacks" on Yemeni mosques that killed at least 142 worshippers.
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UN Chief Ban Ki-Moon Condemns 'Deplorable' Tunis Attack
Ban "condemns in the strongest terms today's attack" against the Bardo Museum and "conveys his deepest condolences to the families of the victims of this deplorable act," said his deputy spokesman Farhan Haq.
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Ban Ki-Moon Calls on India to Put Forth Commitments on Climate Change
United Nations Chief Ban Ki-moon has called on India, the world's third-largest emitter, to spell out its nationally determined commitment on reducing emissions by June, saying a "constructive" role played by it will make a universal climate agreement possible in Paris next year.
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PM Modi Meets UN Chief, Discusses Climate Change, Regional Issues
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for India's "significant contribution" to peacekeeping operations and voiced admiration for his focus on improving the socio-economic well-being of the country's people.
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United Nations Chief Urges Pakistan to Address Terrorism
United Nations chief Ban Ki Moon on Monday condemned the attack on Karachi international airport, in which 30 people were killed, and called on the government to address terrorism and religious extremism.
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North Korea fires fifth missile in three days
North Korea fired another short-range missile into the Sea of Japan on Monday, the latest in a series of missile drills that have been condemned by South Korea and UN chief Ban Ki-moon.
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South Korea says it's ready for more North Korean missile tests
South Korea on Monday predicted further missile tests by North Korea which fired four short-range missiles into the Sea of Japan at the weekend, drawing criticism from Seoul and UN chief Ban Ki-moon.
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United Nations chief appeals for peace and calm in Bangladesh
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon today called for peace and calm in Bangladesh as he expressed concern over the current wave of violence in the country. More than 30 people have been killed in the country so far after Islamist hardliners began protests demanding a tougher blasphemy law.
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Ex-UN Chief Ban Ki-moon Abandons South Korea Presidency Bid
Former United Nations secretary-general Ban Ki-moon ended his attempt to seek South Korea's presidency Wednesday, dropping a lifetime of diplomacy to denounce his country's political establishment.
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UN Chief Ban Ki-Moon Lauds India's Decision To Ratify Paris Agreement
UN chief Ban Ki-Moon lauded India for its "swift action" over the decision to ratify the Paris pact on climate change, saying he is looking forward to receiving New Delhi's instrument of accession.
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UN Chief Says He'd Like A Woman To Be Next Secretary-General
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says he would personally like to see a woman lead the United Nations for the first time since it was established more than 70 years ago.
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Buddhism Can Help Nations Tackle Pressing Challenges: UN Chief
In current times of hateful rhetoric aimed at dividing communities and violent conflicts, the Buddhist teachings of compassion and non-violence can help the international community tackle pressing challenges, UN chief Ban Ki-moon said in his message on the Day of Vesak.
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General Assembly is a Great Opportunity for India and Pak Leaders to Meet: UN Chief
As an advocate for friendly relations between India and Pakistan, the United Nations chief, Ban Ki-moon has called for the current General Assembly session as a great opportunity for leaders from both countries to meet. This, despite indications from India that there is no bilateral meeting scheduled between the two neighbours.
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UN Chief Ban Ki-Moon Calls for Postponement of Elections in Burundi
Elections in Burundi should be postponed, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said today, after opposition parties announced they were boycotting the upcoming polls.
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UN Warns of Syria 'Catastrophe' as NGOs Pledge Funds
A UN envoy warned on Monday of a "horrifying" humanitarian situation brewing in Syria as non-governmental organisations pledged more than $500 million for refugees on the eve of a major donor conference.
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UN Chief Ban Ki-Moon Condemns 'Terrorist Attacks' at Yemen Mosques
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon condemned Friday the "terrorist attacks" on Yemeni mosques that killed at least 142 worshippers.
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UN Chief Ban Ki-Moon Condemns 'Deplorable' Tunis Attack
Ban "condemns in the strongest terms today's attack" against the Bardo Museum and "conveys his deepest condolences to the families of the victims of this deplorable act," said his deputy spokesman Farhan Haq.
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Ban Ki-Moon Calls on India to Put Forth Commitments on Climate Change
United Nations Chief Ban Ki-moon has called on India, the world's third-largest emitter, to spell out its nationally determined commitment on reducing emissions by June, saying a "constructive" role played by it will make a universal climate agreement possible in Paris next year.
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PM Modi Meets UN Chief, Discusses Climate Change, Regional Issues
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for India's "significant contribution" to peacekeeping operations and voiced admiration for his focus on improving the socio-economic well-being of the country's people.
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United Nations Chief Urges Pakistan to Address Terrorism
United Nations chief Ban Ki Moon on Monday condemned the attack on Karachi international airport, in which 30 people were killed, and called on the government to address terrorism and religious extremism.
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North Korea fires fifth missile in three days
North Korea fired another short-range missile into the Sea of Japan on Monday, the latest in a series of missile drills that have been condemned by South Korea and UN chief Ban Ki-moon.
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South Korea says it's ready for more North Korean missile tests
South Korea on Monday predicted further missile tests by North Korea which fired four short-range missiles into the Sea of Japan at the weekend, drawing criticism from Seoul and UN chief Ban Ki-moon.
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United Nations chief appeals for peace and calm in Bangladesh
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon today called for peace and calm in Bangladesh as he expressed concern over the current wave of violence in the country. More than 30 people have been killed in the country so far after Islamist hardliners began protests demanding a tougher blasphemy law.
