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Secretary-General António Guterres told the Security Council that the drawdown of UN peacekeeping missions is “a moment of heightened risk,” but stressed that “their missions are never intended to be permanent." UNIFEED

In post-conflict states, engagement with local actors must continue through transition period and beyond, Secretary-General tells Security Council.

With extreme poverty rising amid Covid-19 pandemic, more action key to ending vicious cycle in conflict-affected, fragile countries, top officials tell Security Council.

Briefing by Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

Chief Inspector Doreen Malambo of Zambia, currently serving in the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) was awarded the 2020 United Nations Woman Police Officer of the Year. UNIFEED

The Chief Inspector Doreen Malambo of Zambia, currently serving in the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) was named the 2020 United Nations Woman Police Officer of the Year by the UN Department of Peace Operations. She will receive the award virtually at a ceremony on 3 November. UNMISS

Speakers highlight efforts in Sahel and partnerships with regional organizations, as General Assembly considers annual reports of Peacebuilding Commission and Fund at 81st plenary.

Speakers highlight efforts in Sahel and partnerships with regional organizations, as General Assembly considers annual reports of Peacebuilding Commission and Fund at 82nd plenary.

Deployment of female personnel boosts effectiveness, says Secretary-General, as Security Council holds open debate on women in peacekeeping at 8508th meeting.

Deployment of female personnel boosts effectiveness, says Secretary-General, as Security Council holds open debate on women in peacekeeping at 8508th meeting.