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South Korea, US discuss Seoul's role in Middle East, investment pact

South Korea, US discuss Seoul's role in Middle East, investment pact

By David Brunnstrom and Simon Lewis WASHINGTON, Sept 18 (Reuters) - South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday as the longtime allies grappled with delayed Korean investments in the United States and Seoul's role in Middle East security.
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President Trump Hosts Reception for World Leaders at UN General Assembly

President Trump Hosts Reception for World Leaders at UN General Assembly

President Trump is scheduled to host the traditional reception for world leaders attending the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York City. This event will take place on Tuesday evening, following the arrival of Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro in New York. The reception is a customary gathering where the U.S. President welcomes heads of state and government participating in the annual UN debate. The 81st General Assembly's theme is 'Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation,' and it marks the final session with António Guterres as the UN Secretary-General. Prime Minister Montenegro's agenda in New York also includes a visit to the Stock Exchange, where he will ring the closing bell, and the inauguration of a Portuguese filigree jewelry store.
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Analysis-Canada, EU face limits to relationship after symbolic EU overture to Carney

Analysis-Canada, EU face limits to relationship after symbolic EU overture to Carney

By Maria Cheng TORONTO, Sept 18 (Reuters) - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney secured this week an offer to become the European Union's first associate member, a mostly symbolic victory in his campaign to demonstrate Canada can flourish while decreasing its reliance on the United States.
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Trump to meet acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez in New York next week, White House says

Trump to meet acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez in New York next week, White House says

The U.S. president has several meetings scheduled with world leaders during the United Nations General Assembly in New York City next week
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North Korea Accused Trump of Declaring War as Tensions Escalated

North Korea Accused Trump of Declaring War as Tensions Escalated

The year 2017 marked a period of intense rhetorical escalation between the United States and North Korea, characterized by sharp exchanges between ...
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Eleanor Roosevelt's Post-White House Leadership Shaped Global Human Rights Standards

Eleanor Roosevelt's Post-White House Leadership Shaped Global Human Rights Standards

Eleanor Roosevelt, after her tenure as First Lady, played a pivotal role in shaping global human rights standards, particularly through her work at the United Nations. Appointed by President Harry Truman to the first U.S. delegation to the UN, she went on to chair the UN Commission on Human Rights. In this capacity, she was instrumental in guiding the international effort to draft the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was adopted in 1948. This document is widely regarded as one of the most important since the United Nations Charter, aiming to guarantee the human rights of every individual globally. Her influence extended beyond her husband's presidency, establishing a blueprint for future First Ladies and demonstrating how her activism continued to impact international policy and human rights advocacy.
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Samantha Power's Tenure as USAID Administrator Highlighted Amidst Calls for Agency Reform

Samantha Power's Tenure as USAID Administrator Highlighted Amidst Calls for Agency Reform

Samantha Power served as the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator from 2021 to 2025. During her tenure, she embraced the mission of reforming the agency, particularly regarding the involvement of beneficiaries in decision-making processes. However, according to a report by Cambodianess, despite Power's commitment to reform, USAID and its staff struggled to fully shift decision-making power to the beneficiaries of aid programs. An example cited is a 2023 request from organizations in Haiti and El Salvador, including the People’s Ecumenical Organization for the Development of Haiti, Communities of Faith Organizing for Action in El Salvador, and Faith in Action International, asking USAID to pause non-emergency work for six weeks to listen to local communities about their aid preferences. The Haitian organization, in particular, faced difficulties in changing USAID’s agricultural programming in their communities, with the agency ultimately offering a presentation on its work rather ...
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President Ruto to Attend UN General Assembly, Launch Diaspora Engagement Platform in U.S.

President Ruto to Attend UN General Assembly, Launch Diaspora Engagement Platform in U.S.

President William Ruto is scheduled to travel to the United States later this week to participate in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). During his visit, President Ruto plans to advocate for the appointment of several Kenyan nationals to specific United Nations positions. Additionally, he will launch the Kenya Diaspora Impact Platform (KDIP) in New York on September 20. This platform aims to enhance engagement with the Kenyan diaspora and encourage investment in Kenya. The engagement with Kenyans in the U.S. will take place at 30 Hudson Yards and is expected to cover government priorities, diaspora concerns, and collaboration opportunities. This visit follows a multi-city tour by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who also engaged with Kenyans in the U.S. regarding the 2027 presidential election and launched satellite diaspora offices.
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Governor Whitmer Leads Investment Mission to South Korea to Strengthen Economic Ties

Governor Whitmer Leads Investment Mission to South Korea to Strengthen Economic Ties

Governor Whitmer Leads Investment Mission to South Korea to Strengthen Economic Ties
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US to allow Iranian leaders to attend UN General Assembly

US to allow Iranian leaders to attend UN General Assembly

By Simon Lewis Sept 17 (Reuters) - The Trump administration will allow top Iranian officials to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York next week, the State Department said on Thursday, even as Washington and Tehran remain at war and continue intermittent talks aimed at ending the
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Explainer-Why are world leaders at the UN next week and what will they talk about?

Explainer-Why are world leaders at the UN next week and what will they talk about?

By Michelle Nichols UNITED NATIONS, Sept 17 (Reuters) - World leaders gather in New York every September for several days of high-level debate starting on Tuesday at the United Nations General Assembly. WHO SPEAKS WHEN?