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'Afghanistan wants friendly ties with international community'
"The Islamic Emirate wants to have friendly relations with the international community and co-exist with all the nations including the neighboring states. This is our message," Xinhua news agency quoted Muttaqi as saying while addressing a ceremony in Kabul on Thursday.
Nobel Prize ceremonies cancelled again over Covid
The traditional banquet will be cancelled, but the award ceremony will be held at Stockholm's City Hall on December 10 in the presence of a local audience, Xinhua news agency quoted the Foundation as saying in a statement on Thursday.
Modi, Suga agree to promote defence, security cooperation
A readout of their meeting on Thursday issued by India's Ministry of External Affairs said: "They reaffirmed their commitment towards a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. They agreed to enhance bilateral security and defence cooperation, including in the area of defence equipment and technologies."
UN chief's push won't budge rich nations on climate finance: Experts
Demanding much bolder climate action from G20 nations, Guterres has said, "Developed countries must uphold their promise to deliver - before COP26 - $100 billion dollars in climate finance annually to the developing world."
First in 40 years, world leaders to meet on curbing emissions
Joining them will be over 40 leaders from business, UN and international organizations, foundations, NGOs, and youth. As per the programme, over 30 "Energy Compact" commitments will be announced, comprising a major step forward on energy access and transition that will mobilise even more of the large-scale partnerships and commitments needed in years ahead.
Hasina demands intensified global actions with 'real urgency' to repatriate Rohingyas
"Impunity for such heinous crime should not be allowed on all accounts," she also said at a high-level interaction on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York, adding Bangladesh extended its support to the ongoing international efforts to ensure the persecutors' accountability, particularly in the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
Kamala Harris appreciates India's vaccination efforts
"Mr Prime Minister, it is my honour to welcome you to the White House and to Washington D.C. It is my understanding that this is your first trip outside of South Asia for at least the last 16 months. On behalf of the President (Joe Biden) and myself, we are honoured to welcome you for this visit
UN chief highlights three priorities for climate action
Much bolder climate action is needed ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference (or COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland, this November -- with the Group of 20 largest economies in the lead -- to maintain international peace and security, Xinhua news agency quoted Guterres as saying.
India waiting to welcome you, Modi tells Harris
Excellency, some months ago, we had an opportunity to talk to each other on the phone. We had a detailed discussion at that time. And the way you spoke to me so warmly and so naturally, I will always remember that. Thank you so much.
Biden admin prepares for possible govt shutdown
"It's consistent with longstanding practice across many administrations for the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to simply remind agency senior staff of the need to review and update orderly shutdown plans," Psaki said at a press briefing on Thursday, referring to the OMB.
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