The U.S. should consider removing Sudan from its list of states sponsoring terrorism, a senior Sudanese diplomat in Washington told VOA, citing the country’s efforts against terror groups on its soil.Waleed Basheer, the deputy chief of mission at the S…
Day: October 19, 2018
Successful Elections, New Peace Pact in Mali Foster Hope for Stability Despite Spread of Extremism across Sahel, Peacekeeping Chief Tells Security Council
Permanent Representative Highlights New Unity Mechanism, Priority on Response to Security, Humanitarian NeedsDespite insecurity and violent extremism spreading across Mali’s borders, the United Nations peacekeeping chief cited reasons for hope, includi…
Siniora delivers speech at Arab Bankers’ Association Gala Dinner in Jumeirah
Former Prime Minister, Foud Siniora, delivered the following speech at the Arab Bankers’ Association Gala Dinner in Jumeirah, Carlton Tower: “I am delighted to address this distinguished audience at a time the world is going through changes of immense …
LIBYA: TRIBE OF SLAIN REBEL COMMANDER PROTESTS AT EASTERN OIL PORT
BENGHAZI, Libyan tribesmen staged a demonstration at the eastern oil port of Hariga on Thursday in protest against the appointment of a government minister, a leading member of the tribe said.It was not clear whether oil exports had been affected from …
Africa Needs More Financing, Debt Relief from International Partners to Realize Shared Vision of Sustainable Development, Speakers Tell General Assembly
Realizing the shared vision of leaving no one behind of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the African Union’s Agenda 2063 is contingent on the international community’s ability to mobilize resources, transfer technology, and forgive debt,…