- 11 Jul 2009
- Statement
The Secretary-General Messsage on World Population Day
<p>In the midst of the worst global economic crisis in generations, we must find the most effective ways to continue progress towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals. There is no…
The Secretary-General Messsage on World Population Day
<p>In the midst of the worst global economic crisis in generations, we must find the most effective ways to continue…
Read story- 30 Jun 2009
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Statement on the Occasion of World Population Day 2009
<p>Today, as we commemorate World Population Day, the global financial and economic crisis threatens to reverse hard-won gains in education and health in developing countries. Among those…
Statement on the Occasion of World Population Day 2009
<p>Today, as we commemorate World Population Day, the global financial and economic crisis threatens to reverse hard-won…
Read story- 29 Jun 2009
- Statement
The Global Economic Crisis and Health: Why Investing in Women is a Smart Choice
<p>It has been a long while since I visited the World Bank so it is wonderful to be with you and with many friends here. I thank you all for coming.</p>
The Global Economic Crisis and Health: Why Investing in Women is a Smart Choice
<p>It has been a long while since I visited the World Bank so it is wonderful to be with you and with many friends here. I…
Read story- 27 May 2009
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2009 Annual Session UNDP/UNFPA Executive Board
<p>Together, we are called to move forward as we face uncertain times and tremendous challenges, UNFPA Executive Director Thoraya A. Obaid told the Executive Board at the 2009 Annual Session.…
2009 Annual Session UNDP/UNFPA Executive Board
<p>Together, we are called to move forward as we face uncertain times and tremendous challenges, UNFPA Executive Director…
Read story- 05 May 2009
- Statement
International Day of the Midwife
The presence of a midwife at birth can mean the difference between life and death. <p> <span>Having a skilled professional at birth protects the life of the mother and the child by…
International Day of the Midwife
The presence of a midwife at birth can mean the difference between life and death. <p> <span>Having a skilled…
Read story- 07 Apr 2009
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Advancing the ICPD Agenda: Statement to the UN Commission on Population and Development
<p>The Commission on Population and Development reaffirmed the centrality of the ICPD Programme of Action and Key Actions to the achievement of internationally agreed development goals,…
Advancing the ICPD Agenda: Statement to the UN Commission on Population and…
<p>The Commission on Population and Development reaffirmed the centrality of the ICPD Programme of Action and Key Actions…
Read story- 30 Mar 2009
- Statement
ICPD @ 15: Putting People First
<p>As we meet, the world is seized with crisis. In a few days, leaders of the G-20 countries, representing <span>80 per cent of the world’s output, will meet in London. They will meet…
ICPD @ 15: Putting People First
<p>As we meet, the world is seized with crisis. In a few days, leaders of the G-20 countries, representing <span>80…
Read story- 26 Mar 2009
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World Health Day message
<p>Today, on World Health Day, UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, joins the World Health Organization in drawing attention to the safety of health facilities and the readiness of health…
World Health Day message
<p>Today, on World Health Day, UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, joins the World Health Organization in drawing…
Read story- 25 Mar 2009
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UNFPA Responds to the US State Department’s Resumption of Contributions to UNFPA
<p>Following the announcement by the US Department of State, on 24 March 2009, that it will contribute about $50 million to UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, in 2009, Ms. Thoraya Ahmed…
UNFPA Responds to the US State Department’s Resumption of Contributions to UNFPA
<p>Following the announcement by the US Department of State, on 24 March 2009, that it will contribute about $50 million to…
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