This marks Priesner's first Republic Day celebrations in India since assuming charge, after presenting his credentials to the Ministry of External Affairs Secretary Sibi George on January 19.
Shombi Sharp, the United Nations' Resident Coordinator for India lauded the initiatives taken by the Government of India towards promoting a more accessible and inclusive society and also shared key initiatives spearheaded by the UN to further the cause. He hailed India to have the potent
The UN warned that Haiti's worsening crisis is underfunded, with only 9.2% of its $900m appeal met. Violence by armed gangs has displaced 1.3 million and killed over 3,100 this year, while international efforts, including a UN-backed Kenyan mission, have failed to restore order.
"I'm here because of the mandate of the Security Council to see how we can facilitate, accelerate and expedite all areas of the assistance that is so much needed for civilians in Gaza," Kaag said on the UN Official X Account.