African Union Summit: Guterres hails ‘shared values, mutual respect and common interests’ of UN partnership

The UN chief on Saturday called on the international community to recognize the need for African counter-terrorism operations to tackle the growing threat of extremist violence across the continent, backed by the UN Security Council, and “predictable funding, guaranteed by compulsory contributions”. 

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Somalia in danger of losing hard-won gains, Security Council hears

Somalia in danger of losing hard-won gains, Security Council hears

22 Jun 2023

Despite gains made in tackling terrorism and advancing the electoral process in Somalia, top UN officials warned the Security Council on Thursday that extra effort and funding are needed to address multiple threats, from climate shocks to spates of violence amid a looming food crisis.

Security Council urged to step up on financing for AU peace operations

25 May 2023

  The UN political affairs chief on Thursday appealed for the Security Council to ensure reliable funding for African Union (AU) efforts towards greater peace and security on the continent.

Griffiths to Security Council: ‘Your responsibility is not over’ to Syrian people 

27 Jan 2022

The UN and its partners need to reach more Syrians with immediate life-saving aid, the UN relief chief warned the Security Council on Thursday, calling for expanded access and more funds to sustain humanitarian operations, as the country struggles with an uptick in violence, deepening economic crisis, and a winter storm that has left a ‘trail of destruction’ in its wake.