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BOSCO Delhi's Program Officer Role Supports Refugees with UNHCR Partnership

BOSCO Delhi's Program Officer Role Supports Refugees with UNHCR Partnership

BOSCO Delhi, in partnership with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), is seeking a Program Officer to support urban refugees and asylum seekers in Delhi-NCR. The role involves implementing project activities, coordinating with teams, and providing services in areas such as livelihood, psychosocial support, and community mobilization. The position requires a Master's degree in Social Work or Sociology and experience in the development sector. The Program Officer will conduct awareness sessions, maintain records, and engage with community leaders to promote refugee welfare. This initiative is part of BOSCO's commitment to safeguarding and protecting vulnerable populations.

Pakistan issues foreign media guidelines, drawing criticism from press freedom groups

Pakistan issues foreign media guidelines, drawing criticism from press freedom groups

Pakistan’s government has issued new guidelines for foreign media, formalizing reporting requirements outside the country's three largest cities

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Visits Saudi Arabia Amid Middle East Tensions

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Visits Saudi Arabia Amid Middle East Tensions

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan has arrived in Saudi Arabia for an official visit, accompanied by key military and government officials. The visit, at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, aims to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments. The talks are expected to focus on strengthening ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia and addressing ongoing Middle East conflicts. The visit underscores Pakistan's role in promoting regional peace and stability.

UNHCR India Conducts Post Distribution Monitoring to Enhance Refugee Assistance

UNHCR India Conducts Post Distribution Monitoring to Enhance Refugee Assistance

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in India is undertaking Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) to evaluate the effectiveness of food and cash assistance provided to refugees and asylum-seekers. This initiative aims to ensure that aid reaches the intended beneficiaries and addresses their essential needs. The PDM process involves collecting feedback from recipients to assess the timeliness, safety, and adequacy of the assistance. The findings will help improve program implementation and accountability, contributing to Sustainable Development Goals such as No Poverty, Zero Hunger, and Reduced Inequalities. Online volunteers are involved in conducting telephonic interviews with beneficiaries to gather data on the assistance received.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan Sign Defense Agreement Amid Regional Tensions

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan Sign Defense Agreement Amid Regional Tensions

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a significant defense agreement known as the 'Mecca Joint Defense Agreement.' This pact, signed in Mecca by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, establishes that an attack on one of these countries will be considered an attack on all three. The agreement aims to enhance defense cooperation among the three Sunni Muslim-majority states, which include oil-rich Saudi Arabia, nuclear power Pakistan, and Turkey, which has NATO's second-largest army. The agreement comes at a time of increased regional uncertainty and threats, particularly from the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The pact is intended to strengthen collective deterrence against aggression and enhance all aspects of defense cooperation among the three states.

US expects deal soon on Strait of Hormuz; Sunni powers unite in defense pact

US expects deal soon on Strait of Hormuz; Sunni powers unite in defense pact

By Steve Holland and Timour Azhari WASHINGTON/RIYADH, Aug 7 (Reuters) - A U.S. official on Friday reported progress between Iran and Oman that could soon reopen the Strait of Hormuz, potentially restoring oil exports that have been disrupted by the five-month-old U.S. war with Iran.

US and Pakistan Reaffirm Commitment to Counterterrorism Cooperation

US and Pakistan Reaffirm Commitment to Counterterrorism Cooperation

The United States and Pakistan held the fourth round of their counter-terrorism dialogue in Washington, reaffirming their commitment to combating terrorist groups and enhancing security cooperation. Led by US Coordinator for Counterterrorism Ambassador Gregory LoGerfo and Pakistan's Special Secretary Ambassador Nabeel Munir, the talks focused on the regional and global terrorist threat landscape. Both countries expressed their determination to confront terrorist organizations such as ISIS-Khorasan, Al Qaeda, the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan, and the Balochistan Liberation Army. The dialogue marks a renewed engagement between the two nations, following a period of strained relations after the US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021.

UNHCR Offers Internship Opportunity in Paris to Boost Private Sector Partnerships

UNHCR Offers Internship Opportunity in Paris to Boost Private Sector Partnerships

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is offering an internship position for a Donor Relation and Data Intern in its Paris office. This role is part of the Private Sector Partnerships (PSP) team, which focuses on mobilizing private sector support and individual donations to diversify funding sources. The internship, starting on October 1, 2026, is a full-time position lasting six months, with a potential extension to eight months. The intern will assist in managing donor care, processing offline donations, and maintaining data integrity in the CRM system. Applicants must be recent graduates or current students with strong skills in data management and fluency in French and English.

Pakistan and US Strengthen Counterterrorism Partnership Amid Regional Threats

Pakistan and US Strengthen Counterterrorism Partnership Amid Regional Threats

During the fourth round of the US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Dialogue held in Washington, both nations reaffirmed their commitment to confronting terrorist groups and enhancing security cooperation. The dialogue, led by US Coordinator for Counterterrorism Ambassador Gregory LoGerfo and Pakistan's Special Secretary Ambassador Nabeel Munir, focused on the evolving threat landscape and ways to strengthen border security. The discussions highlighted the shared interests of both countries in addressing threats from groups like ISIS-Khorasan, Al Qaeda, the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan, and the Balochistan Liberation Army. The dialogue comes amid heightened terrorist activity in Pakistan, with significant casualties reported in recent months.

UN Reports Intensifying Hunger Crisis in Afghanistan Affecting Millions

UN Reports Intensifying Hunger Crisis in Afghanistan Affecting Millions

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has reported a severe escalation in Afghanistan's hunger crisis, with nearly half of the country's minors suffering from malnutrition. According to John Aylieff, the WFP's representative for Afghanistan, the reduction in aid from donor countries has severely limited the organization's ability to provide support, now only able to assist one in nine malnourished children. The crisis has reached unprecedented levels, with 47% of minors undernourished in the first quarter of the year. Afghanistan, home to over 48 million people, sees 14 million of its population facing acute hunger. The situation is exacerbated by the lack of resources, leading to the complete cessation of food distribution in some crisis regions.

Afghanistan Faces Rising Child Malnutrition Amid Aid Cuts, Warns World Food Program

Afghanistan Faces Rising Child Malnutrition Amid Aid Cuts, Warns World Food Program

The World Food Program (WFP) has reported that child malnutrition in Afghanistan has reached critical levels, affecting a third of the country's provinces. This crisis is exacerbated by funding shortfalls that have forced the WFP to scale back food distributions and other support services. The situation is dire, with many children suffering from acute malnutrition, a condition known as wasting, which requires immediate therapeutic feeding. The WFP has highlighted the impact of conflict, unemployment, rising food prices, and reduced humanitarian funding as contributing factors to the crisis. The agency urgently needs $540 million over the next six months to address these challenges.

EU Delegation Seeks Policy Assistant for UN Horizontal Issues Section in New York

EU Delegation Seeks Policy Assistant for UN Horizontal Issues Section in New York

The European Union Delegation to the United Nations in New York is recruiting a Policy Assistant for its Political 4 - UN Horizontal Issues Section. This role involves supporting the Head of Section in coordinating experts from EU Member States during intergovernmental negotiations on the UN General Assembly Fifth Committee's agenda, focusing primarily on accountability-related issues. The position requires assisting with the System of Administration of Justice at the UN, Joint Inspection Unit reviews, and the Office of Internal Oversight Services. The successful candidate will also draft policy language for negotiations, support consultations within the EU, and contribute to reports and political assessments. The job offers a two-year contract with potential renewals, leading to a maximum of seven years of employment, and possibly an indefinite contract, depending on budgetary and operational considerations.