During the address to the UNGA, Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan urged Western powers to provide assistance to Afghanistan regardless of the political structure in Kabul. Watch this report for more details.

Turkey President Erdogan reiterates stance on Afghanistan political crisis

The Taliban are demanding an invite to the UN. Their foreign minister wants to address the General Assembly. Will the UN relent or will the envoy of the ousted Afghan government be allowed to speak? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas US Edition: Taliban want to speak at UNGA

World leaders arrive at UNGA 2021 for first in-person meet since Covid pandemic

The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation(SAARC) informal foreign ministers meeting due to take place on&nbsp;September 25 at&nbsp;the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/on-unga-sidelines-jaishankar-discusses-afghanistan-indo-pacific-in-bilateral-meetings-414763">United Nations</a> General Assembly (UNGA) has been cancelled over Pakistan's objection on&nbsp;who will represent Afghanistan at the meet.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/in-first-address-at-un-general-assembly-2021-us-president-joe-biden-says-ended-afghan-war-to-enter-new-era-of-diplomacy-414726">Also Read:&nbsp;US President Joe Biden says ended Afghan war to enter new era of diplomacy &nbsp;</a>

SAARC had reached a consensus with Afghanistan's representation with an "empty seat" as a key solution for the informal foreign ministers meet to take place.

However, the consensus broke down with Pakistan&nbsp;insisting on&nbsp;certain conditions&nbsp;which included the Taliban's representation. At the United Nations, Afghan Republic's envoy Ghulam Isaczai still represents his country. He is listed to speak at the UNGA as well for his country. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-call-french-president-emmanuel-macron-indian-prime-minister-narendra-modi-discuss-indo-pacific-afghanistan-414666">Also Read:&nbsp;Macron, PM&nbsp;Modi discuss Indo-Pacific, Afghanistan</a>

A note verbale by Nepal foreign ministry sent on September 21 said, "due to lack of concurrence from all member states as of today, the informal meeting of the SAARC council of ministers proposed to be held in person on September 25, 2021....will not take place". Nepal is the chair of the grouping. The SAARC secretariat also sent a similar letter of cancellation of the meet.

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The SAARC secretariat had sent a note verbale on September 14 announcing the date for the meet on September 25&nbsp;at 3 pm (New York time). Nepal as the chair decides on invitations to the meet.&nbsp;It is not known&nbsp;who Nepal sent the invite to in Afghanistan.

Afghanistan saw a dramatic change of government on August 15&nbsp;after Kabul fell into the hands of the Taliban. In the chaos, the Afghan government led by President Dr Ashraf Ghani fell. It&nbsp;led to questions over who represents Afghanistan at various international forums&nbsp;but so far the Afghan mission representatives globally appointed by Ashraf Ghani hold the fort.

The current development assumes significance amid the deteriorating&nbsp;India-Pakistan ties. In 2019, the meeting&nbsp;took place at&nbsp;the sidelines of UNGA. Last year, the meet was conducted in&nbsp;virtual mode. The meeting has been taking place since 1997 annually on the sidelines of the UNGA.

The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation(SAARC) informal foreign ministers meeting due to take place on September 25 at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has been cancelled over Pakistan's objection on who will represent Afghanistan at the meet.

The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation(SAARC) informal foreign ministers meeting due to take place on September 25 at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has been cancelled over Pakistan's objection on who will represent Afghanistan at the meet. Also Read: US President Joe Biden says ended Afghan war to enter new era of diplomacy SAARC had reached a consensus with Afghanistan's representation with an "empty seat" as a key solution for the informal foreign ministers meet to take place. However, the consensus broke down with Pakistan insisting on certain conditions which included the Taliban's representation. At the United Nations, Afghan Republic's envoy Ghulam Isaczai still represents his country. He is listed to speak at the UNGA as well for his country. Also Read: Macron, PM Modi discuss Indo-Pacific, Afghanistan A note verbale by Nepal foreign ministry sent on September 21 said, "due to lack of concurrence from all member states as of today, the informal meeting of the SAARC council of ministers proposed to be held in person on September 25, 2021....will not take place". Nepal is the chair of the grouping. The SAARC secretariat also sent a similar letter of cancellation of the meet. Also Read: Key points from strong speech by Secretary General Antonio Guterres The SAARC secretariat had sent a note verbale on September 14 announcing the date for the meet on September 25 at 3 pm (New York time). Nepal as the chair decides on invitations to the meet. It is not known who Nepal sent the invite to in Afghanistan. Afghanistan saw a dramatic change of government on August 15 after Kabul fell into the hands of the Taliban. In the chaos, the Afghan government led by President Dr Ashraf Ghani fell. It led to questions over who represents Afghanistan at various international forums but so far the Afghan mission representatives globally appointed by Ashraf Ghani hold the fort. The current development assumes significance amid the deteriorating India-Pakistan ties. In 2019, the meeting took place at the sidelines of UNGA. Last year, the meet was conducted in virtual mode. The meeting has been taking place since 1997 annually on the sidelines of the UNGA.

SAARC foreign ministers' meet cancelled over Pak row on Afghan 'empty' seat

Chinese President Xi Jinping has vowed to stop funding coal projects overseas as he announced ambitious goals at the UN General Assembly.&nbsp;

"We need to improve the global environmental governance. We need to actively respond to climate change and create a community of life for man and nature," the Chinese president said.

However, President Xi provided no details on how the policy will be implemented.

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"We should focus on developing green and low carbon energy and we should not build new coal-fired power projects abroad," he said.

The move could significantly limit the financing of coal plants in the developing world. China is the world's largest consumer of coal and the world's biggest polluter.&nbsp;

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"China will strive to peak CO2 emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060," the Chinese president promised.

China had reportedly brought 38.4 gigawatts of new coal-fired power into operation last year which was over three times what was brought globally.

China's overall consumption of coal increased by 0.6 per cent in 2020 from a year earlier to around 4.04 billion tonnes.&nbsp;

Watch: Ebrahim Raisi slams the United States in maiden UNGA address&nbsp;

According to China's National Coal Association, the country's coal consumption is expected to rise in 2021 despite Beijing's previous pledges to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/on-unga-sidelines-jaishankar-discusses-afghanistan-indo-pacific-in-bilateral-meetings-414763">Also Read:&nbsp;On UNGA sidelines, Jaishankar discusses Afghanistan, Indo-Pacific&nbsp;</a>

In a letter earlier this year, a coalition of non-governmental groups had said that the state-run Bank of China was the largest single financier of coal projects pumping $35 billion since the Paris climate agreement was signed in 2015.

President Xi's announcement came after South Korea and Japan made similar moves earlier this year.&nbsp;UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres and US climate envoy John Kerry had urged China to follow the lead of its Asian counterparts.

The Chinese president also urged global cooperation to meet the challenges of climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic.

(With inputs from Agencies)

Chinese President Xi Jinping has vowed to stop funding coal projects overseas as he announced ambitious goals at the UN General Assembly. "We need to improve the global environmental governance.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has vowed to stop funding coal projects overseas as he announced ambitious goals at the UN General Assembly. "We need to improve the global environmental governance. We need to actively respond to climate change and create a community of life for man and nature," the Chinese president said. However, President Xi provided no details on how the policy will be implemented. Also Read: At UNGA, President Biden says ended Afghan war to enter new era of diplomacy "We should focus on developing green and low carbon energy and we should not build new coal-fired power projects abroad," he said. The move could significantly limit the financing of coal plants in the developing world. China is the world's largest consumer of coal and the world's biggest polluter. Also Read: Taliban want to address UN General Assembly, appoint new envoy "China will strive to peak CO2 emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060," the Chinese president promised. China had reportedly brought 38.4 gigawatts of new coal-fired power into operation last year which was over three times what was brought globally. China's overall consumption of coal increased by 0.6 per cent in 2020 from a year earlier to around 4.04 billion tonnes. Watch: Ebrahim Raisi slams the United States in maiden UNGA address According to China's National Coal Association, the country's coal consumption is expected to rise in 2021 despite Beijing's previous pledges to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions. Also Read: On UNGA sidelines, Jaishankar discusses Afghanistan, Indo-Pacific In a letter earlier this year, a coalition of non-governmental groups had said that the state-run Bank of China was the largest single financier of coal projects pumping $35 billion since the Paris climate agreement was signed in 2015. President Xi's announcement came after South Korea and Japan made similar moves earlier this year. UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres and US climate envoy John Kerry had urged China to follow the lead of its Asian counterparts. The Chinese president also urged global cooperation to meet the challenges of climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic. (With inputs from Agencies)

Chinese President Xi vows to stop funding coal projects overseas at UNGA

The Taliban, which recently took power in Afghanistan, have reportedly asked the United Nations to allow their foreign minister to represent the country and deliver a speech at the UN General Assembly that is currently being held in New York.

Afghanistan's Taliban wants to address the UN General Assembly meeting this week

The Indian PM Narendra Modi has embarked on a three-day US visit. From UNGA address to engagement with the US's vice president Harris and various bilateral meetings with other global leaders are on PM Modi's busy schedule.

PPM Narendra Modi's begins his US visit, packed schedule in Washington & New York | WION USA Direct

United States President Joe Biden has pledged to buy 500 million doses of Pfizer and BioNTech vaccines and donate it lower-income countries.

The announcement from Biden came during a COVID-19 summit of world leaders that was held virtually from the White House.

“This is an all-hands-on-deck crisis. America will become the arsenal for vaccines as we were the arsenal for democracy in World War II,” Biden said

“The US has already shipped 160 million of these doses to 100 countries. For every one shot we’ve put in an American arm to date, we are now donating three shots globally,” the White House said in a statement. "

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-engaged-in-new-cold-war-with-rivals-china-and-russia-say-most-europeans-in-poll-414905">US engaged in new cold war with rivals China and Russia, say most Europeans in poll &nbsp;</a>

The US and other wealthy countries have been criticized by the World Health Organization for their plans to roll out booster shots for elderly and high-risk populations, while much of the world faces a severe shortage in doses.

On Tuesday, in his first speech to the UN as president, Biden told delegates that the United States had put more than $15 billion towards the global Covid response and shipped more than 160 million doses to other countries.

The summit, held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, saw Biden and US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield hosting a wide variety of health and foreign leaders.

They included UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and the heads of Britain, Canada, the European Union, Indonesia, and South Africa.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/changing-a-lot-of-nappies-uk-pm-boris-johnson-admits-he-has-6-children-414871">'Changing a lot of nappies': UK PM Boris Johnson admits he has 6 children</a>

Washington will seek to rally the world around three goals, the administration official said.

These are: increasing vaccine supply; saving lives now by resolving the oxygen crisis and access to testing, medicine and therapeutics; and lastly improving future preparedness.

(With inputs from agencies)

United States President Joe Biden has pledged to buy 500 million doses of Pfizer and BioNTech vaccines and donate it lower-income countries. The announcement from Biden came during a COVID-19 summit of world leaders that was held virtually from the White House.

United States President Joe Biden has pledged to buy 500 million doses of Pfizer and BioNTech vaccines and donate it lower-income countries. The announcement from Biden came during a COVID-19 summit of world leaders that was held virtually from the White House. “This is an all-hands-on-deck crisis. America will become the arsenal for vaccines as we were the arsenal for democracy in World War II,” Biden said “The US has already shipped 160 million of these doses to 100 countries. For every one shot we’ve put in an American arm to date, we are now donating three shots globally,” the White House said in a statement. " Also read | US engaged in new cold war with rivals China and Russia, say most Europeans in poll The US and other wealthy countries have been criticized by the World Health Organization for their plans to roll out booster shots for elderly and high-risk populations, while much of the world faces a severe shortage in doses. On Tuesday, in his first speech to the UN as president, Biden told delegates that the United States had put more than $15 billion towards the global Covid response and shipped more than 160 million doses to other countries. The summit, held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, saw Biden and US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield hosting a wide variety of health and foreign leaders. They included UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and the heads of Britain, Canada, the European Union, Indonesia, and South Africa. Also read | 'Changing a lot of nappies': UK PM Boris Johnson admits he has 6 children Washington will seek to rally the world around three goals, the administration official said. These are: increasing vaccine supply; saving lives now by resolving the oxygen crisis and access to testing, medicine and therapeutics; and lastly improving future preparedness. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden pledges to donate 500 million vaccines to other nations

United States President Joe Biden has pledged to buy 500 million Pfizer and BioNTech vaccines and donate it lower-income countries.

The announcement from Biden came during a COVID-19 summit of world leaders that was held virtually from the White House.

“This is an all-hands-on-deck crisis. America will become the arsenal for vaccines as we were the arsenal for democracy in World War II,” Biden said

“The US has already shipped 160 million of these doses to 100 countries. For every one shot we’ve put in an American arm to date, we are now donating three shots globally,” the White House said in a statement. "

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-engaged-in-new-cold-war-with-rivals-china-and-russia-say-most-europeans-in-poll-414905">US engaged in new cold war with rivals China and Russia, say most Europeans in poll &nbsp;</a>

The US and other wealthy countries have been criticized by the World Health Organization for their plans to roll out booster shots for elderly and high-risk populations, while much of the world faces a severe shortage in doses.

On Tuesday, in his first speech to the UN as president, Biden told delegates that the United States had put more than $15 billion towards the global Covid response and shipped more than 160 million doses to other countries.

The summit, held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, saw Biden and US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield hosting a wide variety of health and foreign leaders.

They included UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and the heads of Britain, Canada, the European Union, Indonesia, and South Africa.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/changing-a-lot-of-nappies-uk-pm-boris-johnson-admits-he-has-6-children-414871">'Changing a lot of nappies': UK PM Boris Johnson admits he has 6 children</a>

Washington will seek to rally the world around three goals, the administration official said.

These are: increasing vaccine supply; saving lives now by resolving the oxygen crisis and access to testing, medicine and therapeutics; and lastly improving future preparedness.

(With inputs from agencies)

United States President Joe Biden has pledged to buy 500 million Pfizer and BioNTech vaccines and donate it lower-income countries. The announcement from Biden came during a COVID-19 summit of world leaders that was held virtually from the White House.

United States President Joe Biden has pledged to buy 500 million Pfizer and BioNTech vaccines and donate it lower-income countries. The announcement from Biden came during a COVID-19 summit of world leaders that was held virtually from the White House. “This is an all-hands-on-deck crisis. America will become the arsenal for vaccines as we were the arsenal for democracy in World War II,” Biden said “The US has already shipped 160 million of these doses to 100 countries. For every one shot we’ve put in an American arm to date, we are now donating three shots globally,” the White House said in a statement. " Also read | US engaged in new cold war with rivals China and Russia, say most Europeans in poll The US and other wealthy countries have been criticized by the World Health Organization for their plans to roll out booster shots for elderly and high-risk populations, while much of the world faces a severe shortage in doses. On Tuesday, in his first speech to the UN as president, Biden told delegates that the United States had put more than $15 billion towards the global Covid response and shipped more than 160 million doses to other countries. The summit, held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, saw Biden and US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield hosting a wide variety of health and foreign leaders. They included UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and the heads of Britain, Canada, the European Union, Indonesia, and South Africa. Also read | 'Changing a lot of nappies': UK PM Boris Johnson admits he has 6 children Washington will seek to rally the world around three goals, the administration official said. These are: increasing vaccine supply; saving lives now by resolving the oxygen crisis and access to testing, medicine and therapeutics; and lastly improving future preparedness. (With inputs from agencies)

US President Biden pledges to donate 500 million vaccines to 'low-income nations'

In his debut address at the UNGA, US President Joe Biden detailed his vision for leading the United States to a new era of diplomacy.

US President Joe Biden calls for diplomacy, not conflict at UNGA

As 76th session of UNGA gets underway, the Indian EAM S Jaishankar held key bilateral meetings with leaders of various countries on the sidelines of the assembly.

Indian EAM S Jaishankar holds bilateral meetings on the sidelines of UNGA | WION USA Direct

At the UN, President Joe Biden declared that the US is opening an era of relentless diplomacy in Afghanistan. But, countries in South Asia are facing the consequences. Today, India seizes $2.7 billion of heroin from Afghanistan in Gujarat. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas US Edition: India seizes $2.7 billion of heroin from Afghanistan in Gujarat

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for a visit to the United States on Wednesday. PM Modi and US President Joe Biden will meet on Friday for their first in-person discussion at the White House. The Indian PM will also address the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 25.

Modi-Biden meet: Both leaders to discuss trade, defence and clean energy

The Indian PM Narendra Modi is all set to visit United States. First day of the engagement will be with the US's vice president Harris followed by bilateral meetings with other global leaders and more. WION's principal correspondent Siddhant Sibbal brings you all the latest from ground zero.

Indian PM Narendra Modi to address UNGA, attend bilateral meets and more | WION USA Direct

Hours after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, a close ally of Pakistan, raked up the Kashmir issue in his address at the UN General Assembly in New York, India called for respecting UN Security Council resolutions on Cyprus.

In his address on Tuesday, Erdogan said, “We maintain our stance in favour of solving the ongoing problem in Kashmir for 74 years, through dialogue between the parties and within the framework of relevant United Nations resolutions.”

Last year also, Erdogan in his pre-recorded video statement to the General Debate, had made a reference to Kashmir.

Hours after the Turkish president’s speech, India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during a bilateral meeting with his Cyprus counterpart Nikos Christodoulides, emphasised the need to adhere to the relevant UN Security Council resolutions with respect to the east Mediterranean island.

Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-president-xi-vows-to-stop-funding-coal-projects-overseas-at-unga-414805">&nbsp;Chinese President Xi vows to stop funding coal projects overseas at UNGA</a>

Tweeting about his meeting, Jaishankar on Wednesday said,&nbsp;“Working to take our economic ties forward. Appreciated his regional insights. Important that relevant UN Security Council resolutions in respect of Cyprus are adhered to by all”.

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Cyprus was split in a Turkish invasion in 1974 after a brief Greek-inspired coup. North Cyprus is recognised only by Turkey, while the Republic of Cyprus, run by Greek Cypriots, is internationally recognised.

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In his address on Tuesday, the Turkish president also referred to China's minority Muslim Uyghurs in Xinjiang and Myanmar's Rohingya.

Erdogan said that within China's territorial integrity perspective, we do believe that more efforts need to be displayed regarding the protection of the basic rights of the Muslim Uyghur Turks.

(With inputs from agencies)

Hours after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, a close ally of Pakistan, raked up the Kashmir issue in his address at the UN General Assembly in New York, India called for respecting UN Security Council resolutions on Cyprus.

Hours after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, a close ally of Pakistan, raked up the Kashmir issue in his address at the UN General Assembly in New York, India called for respecting UN Security Council resolutions on Cyprus. In his address on Tuesday, Erdogan said, “We maintain our stance in favour of solving the ongoing problem in Kashmir for 74 years, through dialogue between the parties and within the framework of relevant United Nations resolutions.” Last year also, Erdogan in his pre-recorded video statement to the General Debate, had made a reference to Kashmir. Hours after the Turkish president’s speech, India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during a bilateral meeting with his Cyprus counterpart Nikos Christodoulides, emphasised the need to adhere to the relevant UN Security Council resolutions with respect to the east Mediterranean island. Also read | Chinese President Xi vows to stop funding coal projects overseas at UNGA Tweeting about his meeting, Jaishankar on Wednesday said, “Working to take our economic ties forward. Appreciated his regional insights. Important that relevant UN Security Council resolutions in respect of Cyprus are adhered to by all”. Delighted to meet FM @Christodulides of Cyprus. Working to take our economic ties forward. Appreciated his regional insights. Important that relevant UN Security Council resolutions in respect of Cyprus are adhered to by all. pic.twitter.com/pZXPefT9Sj — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) September 21, 2021 × Cyprus was split in a Turkish invasion in 1974 after a brief Greek-inspired coup. North Cyprus is recognised only by Turkey, while the Republic of Cyprus, run by Greek Cypriots, is internationally recognised. Also read | Exclusive-Bilateral ties destined to move ahead, says India's envoy to US Taranjit Singh Sandhu In his address on Tuesday, the Turkish president also referred to China's minority Muslim Uyghurs in Xinjiang and Myanmar's Rohingya. Erdogan said that within China's territorial integrity perspective, we do believe that more efforts need to be displayed regarding the protection of the basic rights of the Muslim Uyghur Turks. (With inputs from agencies)

Hours after Erdogan rakes up Kashmir at UNGA, India calls for respecting UNSC resolutions on Cyprus

Delivering his maiden speech at the United Nations General Assembly, President Joe Biden made it clear that the US would not take a back seat in geopolitics while calling out North Korea and Iran for their attempts to develop nuclear weapons, Beijing’s human rights abuses in Xinjiang, the civil war in Ethiopia and abuse of women’s rights in Afghanistan.

Making specific references to the human rights abuses of Uyghur Muslims in China’s Xinjiang province, Biden spoke about fighting against the repression of religious minorities around the world.

“The US will focus its efforts to find ways to advance human dignity around the world, such as good quality infrastructure,” Biden said.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-urges-action-on-climate-during-his-address-at-unga-414708">Biden urges action on climate during his address at UNGA</a>

Making references to China and Russia, Biden said, “All the major powers in the world have a duty to carefully manage their relationships so we do not tip... into conflict.”

The US, he said, will “stand up for our allies and friends against those who try to dominate weaker countries.”

“But we are not seeking a new Cold War or a world divided into rigid blocks,” he said.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-general-assembly-2021-we-are-not-seeking-a-new-cold-war-us-president-joe-biden-414686">UN General Assembly 2021 | 'We are not seeking a new cold war': US President Joe Biden</a>

“The US is ready to work with any nation that steps up... even if we have intense disagreements in other areas,” he added.

Notably, China’s President Xi Jinping has chosen not to attend the assembly in person, he will instead join virtually.

He also highlighted the American re-engagement with the Paris Accords, with the threat of climate change— a recurring theme of his speech.

(With inputs from agencies)

Delivering his maiden speech at the United Nations General Assembly, President Joe Biden made it clear that the US would not take a back seat in geopolitics while calling out North Korea and Iran for their attempts to develop nuclear weapons, Beijing’s human rights abuses in Xinjiang, the civil war in Ethiopia and abuse of women’s rights in Afghanistan.

Delivering his maiden speech at the United Nations General Assembly, President Joe Biden made it clear that the US would not take a back seat in geopolitics while calling out North Korea and Iran for their attempts to develop nuclear weapons, Beijing’s human rights abuses in Xinjiang, the civil war in Ethiopia and abuse of women’s rights in Afghanistan. Making specific references to the human rights abuses of Uyghur Muslims in China’s Xinjiang province, Biden spoke about fighting against the repression of religious minorities around the world. “The US will focus its efforts to find ways to advance human dignity around the world, such as good quality infrastructure,” Biden said. Also read | Biden urges action on climate during his address at UNGA Making references to China and Russia, Biden said, “All the major powers in the world have a duty to carefully manage their relationships so we do not tip... into conflict.” The US, he said, will “stand up for our allies and friends against those who try to dominate weaker countries.” “But we are not seeking a new Cold War or a world divided into rigid blocks,” he said. Also read | UN General Assembly 2021 | 'We are not seeking a new cold war': US President Joe Biden “The US is ready to work with any nation that steps up... even if we have intense disagreements in other areas,” he added. Notably, China’s President Xi Jinping has chosen not to attend the assembly in person, he will instead join virtually. He also highlighted the American re-engagement with the Paris Accords, with the threat of climate change— a recurring theme of his speech. (With inputs from agencies)

UN General Assembly 2021 | Biden raises Xinjiang human rights abuse issue in maiden speech

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday congratulated Nepal's new Foreign Minister Narayan Khadka, saying that he looks forward to working with him.

President Bidya Devi Bhandari appointed the senior Nepali Congress leader on the recommendation of the government led by Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba.

"Congratulations to Hon’ble Dr&nbsp;Narayan Khadka on his appointment as Nepal's Foreign Minister. Look forward to working with him," Jaishankar tweeted.

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Khadka, 72, was administered the oath of office and secrecy by President Bhandari amid an official ceremony at Sheetal Niwas on Wednesday.

The post of the foreign minister had been vacant for more than two months after the formation of the new government led by Deuba. The Foreign Ministry portfolio was being held by the Nepali Prime Minister till now.

Jaishankar, who is here to participate in the high-level 76th UN General Assembly session, will attend the G4 and G20 meetings on Wednesday on the sidelines of UNGA.

The G-20 meeting will focus on Afghanistan and the G-4 Foreign Ministers meeting will be focussed on Security Council reforms.

According to officials in Nepal, Khadka, who is leading the Nepalese delegation to the UNGA, will leave Kathmandu for New York on Wednesday night.&nbsp;

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday congratulated Nepal's new Foreign Minister Narayan Khadka, saying that he looks forward to working with him.

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday congratulated Nepal's new Foreign Minister Narayan Khadka, saying that he looks forward to working with him. President Bidya Devi Bhandari appointed the senior Nepali Congress leader on the recommendation of the government led by Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba. "Congratulations to Hon’ble Dr Narayan Khadka on his appointment as Nepal's Foreign Minister. Look forward to working with him," Jaishankar tweeted. Congratulations to Hon’ble Dr. Narayan Khadka on his appointment as Nepal's Foreign Minister. Look forward to working with him. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) September 22, 2021 × Khadka, 72, was administered the oath of office and secrecy by President Bhandari amid an official ceremony at Sheetal Niwas on Wednesday. The post of the foreign minister had been vacant for more than two months after the formation of the new government led by Deuba. The Foreign Ministry portfolio was being held by the Nepali Prime Minister till now. Jaishankar, who is here to participate in the high-level 76th UN General Assembly session, will attend the G4 and G20 meetings on Wednesday on the sidelines of UNGA. The G-20 meeting will focus on Afghanistan and the G-4 Foreign Ministers meeting will be focussed on Security Council reforms. According to officials in Nepal, Khadka, who is leading the Nepalese delegation to the UNGA, will leave Kathmandu for New York on Wednesday night.

Look forward to working with Nepal’s new Foreign Minister Narayan Khadka: Jaishankar

'China will never bully or invade others,' Chinese president Xi Jinping made this declaration during his address at the UNGA. Xi Jinping's comments come even as China continues to have territorial disputes with most of its neighboring countries, listen in.

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Iran's new President slammed U.S. sanctions imposed on his nation as a mechanism of war, using his first UN address since his swearing-in to forcefully call out Washington's policies in the region and the growing political schism within America. Watch this report for more details.

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Brazil’s health minister Marcelo Queiroga has tested positive for COVID-19 after attending the UN General Assembly in New York with President Jair Bolsonaro, according to an official statement.

The Brazilian government said on Tuesday that Queiroga, who had received a COVID-19 vaccine, was the second member of Bolsonaro’s entourage to test positive for the virus since arriving in New York for the 76th session of the UNGA.

“The other members of the delegation have been tested and are negative," said the official Brazilian government press release.

The 55-year-old health minister will remain quarantined in the United States, even as the rest of the delegation has returned to Brazil.

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Queiroga earlier told CNN Brasil that he had worn a mask the entire time when he was in the UN building.

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According to reports, Queiroga was with Bolsonaro at several events, including a meeting with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday.

Bolsonaro, a vaccine sceptic and who appeared without a mask on several occasions during his visit to the US, has repeatedly asserted that he would be “the last” Brazilian to get the jab.

In his speech to world leaders at a meeting where the Covid pandemic was top of the agenda, Bolsonaro said his government did not support the use of a vaccine passport and stood by treatment of the virus with unproven drugs such as the anti-malarial hydroxychloroquine.

COVID-19 has killed 591,440 Brazilians in the world’s second-deadliest outbreak after the United States.

As vaccination advances in the country, the rolling 14-day average of COVID deaths has fallen to 519 a day, compared with almost 3,000 at the peak of the pandemic in April.

(With inputs from agencies)

Brazil’s health minister Marcelo Queiroga has tested positive for COVID-19 after attending the UN General Assembly in New York with President Jair Bolsonaro, according to an official statement.

Brazil’s health minister Marcelo Queiroga has tested positive for COVID-19 after attending the UN General Assembly in New York with President Jair Bolsonaro, according to an official statement. The Brazilian government said on Tuesday that Queiroga, who had received a COVID-19 vaccine, was the second member of Bolsonaro’s entourage to test positive for the virus since arriving in New York for the 76th session of the UNGA. “The other members of the delegation have been tested and are negative," said the official Brazilian government press release. The 55-year-old health minister will remain quarantined in the United States, even as the rest of the delegation has returned to Brazil. Watch Queiroga earlier told CNN Brasil that he had worn a mask the entire time when he was in the UN building. Also read | 'He's son of a wh**e': Brazil President insults Supreme Court judge during live broadcast According to reports, Queiroga was with Bolsonaro at several events, including a meeting with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday. Bolsonaro, a vaccine sceptic and who appeared without a mask on several occasions during his visit to the US, has repeatedly asserted that he would be “the last” Brazilian to get the jab. In his speech to world leaders at a meeting where the Covid pandemic was top of the agenda, Bolsonaro said his government did not support the use of a vaccine passport and stood by treatment of the virus with unproven drugs such as the anti-malarial hydroxychloroquine. COVID-19 has killed 591,440 Brazilians in the world’s second-deadliest outbreak after the United States. As vaccination advances in the country, the rolling 14-day average of COVID deaths has fallen to 519 a day, compared with almost 3,000 at the peak of the pandemic in April. (With inputs from agencies)

Brazil’s health minister, who is accompanying Bolsonaro at UNGA, tests positive for COVID-19

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for a visit to the United States on Wednesday. During his trip from September 22-25, PM Modi will be meeting US President Joe Biden, Vice-President Kamala Harris, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, and Japanese Premier Yoshihide Suga.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins his US visit

Brazil’s Health Minister Marcelo Queiroga has tested positive for COVID-19 after attending the United Nations General Assembly in New York, where Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was the first world leader to speak. Watch this report for more details.

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While addressing UNGA, Xi Jinping says China will stop financing the construction of new coal-fired power plants abroad. Watch this report for more details.

Chinese President Xi Jinping pledges to cut carbon emissions

Nepal President Bidya Devi Bhandari on Wednesday appointed Nepali Congress leader Narayan Khadka as the country’s foreign minister on the recommendation of Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Deuba is yet to give a full shape to the cabinet. It’s been over two months since he has assumed the office and has been functioning under four cabinet ministers and a state minister.&nbsp;

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Deuba himself was leading the foreign ministry for the past two months among many other portfolios.&nbsp;

“President Bidya Devi Bhandari on the recommendation of Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba appointed Narayan Khadka as the Foreign Minister as per Article 76 (9) of the Constitution,” Office of the president said in the appointment letter.&nbsp;

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The 25 member cabinet now has three Congress Ministers and one minister of State while the main power ally, the CPN-Maoist has two ministers at the Centre.&nbsp;

Leaders of coalition parties said that discussion on who will get how many ministries are still ongoing.

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Deuba will remain prime minister for a year and a half until elections are held, two months gone and the government is yet finalise the distribution of ministerial portfolios among the ruling alliance.&nbsp;

The newly-appointed Foreign Minister Khadka is all set to lead a delegation to the 76th session of the UN General Assembly and will leave for the US tonight.&nbsp;

Nepal President Bidya Devi Bhandari on Wednesday appointed Nepali Congress leader Narayan Khadka as the country’s foreign minister on the recommendation of Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba.

Nepal President Bidya Devi Bhandari on Wednesday appointed Nepali Congress leader Narayan Khadka as the country’s foreign minister on the recommendation of Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba. Prime Minister Deuba is yet to give a full shape to the cabinet. It’s been over two months since he has assumed the office and has been functioning under four cabinet ministers and a state minister. Also read | Talks to move ahead with US-based MCC, says Nepal PM Deuba Deuba himself was leading the foreign ministry for the past two months among many other portfolios. “President Bidya Devi Bhandari on the recommendation of Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba appointed Narayan Khadka as the Foreign Minister as per Article 76 (9) of the Constitution,” Office of the president said in the appointment letter. Also read | Nepal PM reorganises cabinet, appoints three deputy Prime Ministers The 25 member cabinet now has three Congress Ministers and one minister of State while the main power ally, the CPN-Maoist has two ministers at the Centre. Leaders of coalition parties said that discussion on who will get how many ministries are still ongoing. Also read | SAARC foreign ministers' meet cancelled over Pak row on Afghan 'empty' seat Deuba will remain prime minister for a year and a half until elections are held, two months gone and the government is yet finalise the distribution of ministerial portfolios among the ruling alliance. The newly-appointed Foreign Minister Khadka is all set to lead a delegation to the 76th session of the UN General Assembly and will leave for the US tonight.

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The Taliban's new foreign minister has asked to address world leaders at the 76th United Nations General Assembly in New York. Watch this report for more details.

Afghanistan's new Foreign Minister asks to address UNGA

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for a three-day visit to the US on Wednesday. Duringhis visit, he will address UN General Assembly, attend the Quad summit and also hold a bilateral meet with US President Joe Biden.

Biden will host PM Modi at the White House on September 24. This will be his first in-person meeting with Modi after he became president of theh US.

As per the statement issued by Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla, PM Modi and President Biden are expected to discuss ways to stem radicalisation and combat terrorism. They are also expected to discuss ways to bolster defence, trade ties, security collaborations and clean energy partnership among others.

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PM Modi and Biden will discuss the current regional security situation following the recent developments in Afghanistan. PM Modi will also hold business interactions during his US visit from September 22-25. Prime Minister Modi will attend the first in-person summit of the Quad hosted by the US President on Friday, which will be attended by Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga of Japan and Prime Minister Scott Morrison of Australia. PM Modi will address the General Debate of the High-Level Segment of 76th Session of UN General Assembly (UNGA) on September 25 in New York. The theme for this year`s general debate is building resilience through hope to recover from COVID-19, rebuild sustainability, respond to the needs of the planet, respect the rights of people and revitalise the United Nations.

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While addressing the UN General Assembly, the Prime Minister will dwell on the important issues, including the regional situation, cross border terrorism, global efforts to combat COVID-19 and climate change and the need to reform multilateral institutions.&nbsp;

Another element of the Prime Minister`s visit would be bilateral meetings with Japan and Australia. He will hold several bilateral meetings with US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.

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PM Modi is accompanied by a high-level delegation consisting of National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and senior officials including Shringla. This is Prime Minister Modi`s first visit abroad beyond the neighbourhood since the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for a three-day visit to the US on Wednesday. Duringhis visit, he will address UN General Assembly, attend the Quad summit and also hold a bilateral meet with US President Joe Biden.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for a three-day visit to the US on Wednesday. Duringhis visit, he will address UN General Assembly, attend the Quad summit and also hold a bilateral meet with US President Joe Biden. Biden will host PM Modi at the White House on September 24. This will be his first in-person meeting with Modi after he became president of theh US. As per the statement issued by Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla, PM Modi and President Biden are expected to discuss ways to stem radicalisation and combat terrorism. They are also expected to discuss ways to bolster defence, trade ties, security collaborations and clean energy partnership among others. Also Read: Exclusive-Bilateral ties destined to move ahead, says India's envoy to US Taranjit Singh Sandhu PM Modi and Biden will discuss the current regional security situation following the recent developments in Afghanistan. PM Modi will also hold business interactions during his US visit from September 22-25. Prime Minister Modi will attend the first in-person summit of the Quad hosted by the US President on Friday, which will be attended by Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga of Japan and Prime Minister Scott Morrison of Australia. PM Modi will address the General Debate of the High-Level Segment of 76th Session of UN General Assembly (UNGA) on September 25 in New York. The theme for this year`s general debate is building resilience through hope to recover from COVID-19, rebuild sustainability, respond to the needs of the planet, respect the rights of people and revitalise the United Nations. Also Read: On UNGA sidelines, Jaishankar discusses Afghanistan, Indo-Pacific in bilateral meetings While addressing the UN General Assembly, the Prime Minister will dwell on the important issues, including the regional situation, cross border terrorism, global efforts to combat COVID-19 and climate change and the need to reform multilateral institutions. Another element of the Prime Minister`s visit would be bilateral meetings with Japan and Australia. He will hold several bilateral meetings with US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Also Read: President Biden, PM Modi's meeting will strengthen deep ties, says US ahead of UNGA PM Modi is accompanied by a high-level delegation consisting of National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and senior officials including Shringla. This is Prime Minister Modi`s first visit abroad beyond the neighbourhood since the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi leaves for three-day visit to US

Iran's new President Ebrahim Raisi speaks at the 76th general debate at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at United Nations Headquarters in New York City.

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UN Chief Antonio Guterres opened the UNGA week with a five-point Sustainable development agenda for 2030.

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World leaders are returning to the United Nation for the general assembly. The UNGA will be looking to build momentum to reach an ambitious climate agreement with the focus will be on boosting efforts to fight the covid-19 pandemic, seek unity after the Taliban took over Afghanistan, all this in the shadow of tensions between the United States, China and Russia.

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US President Joe Biden will address the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. At the summit, President Biden will push back against the idea that the United States is plunging into a cold war with key rivals including China and Russia.

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