Essay: The UN and the multi-lateral system are in crisis – what the Global South must do
In an article first published on The Conversation, academics MONICA HERZ and GIANCARLO SUMMA look at the challenges facing the United Nations…
Nationalism “must not prevail”, Pope Francis says, addressing the United Nations
Vatican CityRNS In a video message to the United Nations, Pope Francis said the COVID-19 pandemic has put the international community at a crossroads and that it’s up to UN leaders to decide whether to choose the path of multi-lateralism and dialogue or nationalism and individualism. “We are faced, then, with a choice between two […]
Pope Francis warns against resurgence of nationalism around the world
Pope Francis has warned against the resurgence of nationalism around the world, saying that politics should not be limited to seeking short-term solutions. In a New Year’s speech to the diplomatic corps on Monday – known informally as his “state of the world” address, the Pope said the resurgence of nationalist impulses being seen in […]