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Media Coverage 04 Nov 2015

What Comes After the War on Drugs?

Leading up to the UN General Assembly Special Session (UNGASS) on the World Drug Problem, UNU's new report asks "What Comes After the War on Drugs?"

Blog Post 03 Nov 2015

Securing the Asia-Pacific: A Report From the CSCAP General Conference

The General Conference of the Council for Security Cooperation in the Asia Pacific highlighted the need for a stronger security architecture.

Blog Post 29 Oct 2015

Disengaging Children in Violent Extremist Contexts

How can the disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration of child soldiers in violent extremist contexts be improved?

Media Coverage 27 Oct 2015

Addressing Security and Urbanization in Fragile Cities

Fragile cities are a growing global risk.

Blog Post 26 Oct 2015

Saving the World Humanitarian Summit From Itself

Now that the World Humanitarian Summit Synthesis Report has been released, what can be done to strengthen the humanitarian reform process?

News 24 Oct 2015

UNU-IAS Board Convenes for 2015 Meeting

Held on 23–24 October 2015, the meeting reviewed the activities of the institute, and provided guidance for its future development.

Blog Post 13 Oct 2015

How the UN Made FIFA Look Well Governed – And What the UN Can Do About It

The case for implementing a UN ethics system for the leaders of its intergovernmental bodies.

Blog Post 25 Sep 2015

Turning Words into Action: Peaceful and Inclusive Societies in the SDGs

Sustainable Development Goal #16 has formalized the link between development and peace & security. The main task now is implementation of the goal.

Media Coverage 25 Sep 2015

The Sustainable Development Fight Will Be Won or Lost in Our Cities

Continued rapid urbanization means that achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals will largely rely on success in cities.

Blog Post 17 Sep 2015

Further Steps Needed To Open Up Secretary-General Selection Process

How the UN can increase transparency to the selection process of the UN Secretary-General.