Global Issues
News headlines for “Arms Control”, page 520
Q&A: Crisis and Climate Change Driving Unprecedented Migration
- Inter Press Service
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 06 (IPS) - Climate change is now adding new layers of complexity to the nexus between migration and the environment.
Mega Dams Remain Controversial Source of Energy
- Inter Press Service
UNITED NATIONS, Jun 06 (IPS) - Although mega dams can have devastating impacts on ecosystems and indigenous communities, many of the world's poorest countries still see them as a way to fill gaping holes in their energy supplies.
UN Planning Airdrops for Besieged Syrians but Prefers Land Convoys
- Inter Press Service
UNITED NATIONS, Jun 03 (IPS) - The UN has begun plans to deliver aid to besieged Syrian towns by air but says there are a number of obstacles in the way and that delivery by land remains its preferred choice.
Islamophobia: Why Are So Many People So Frightened?
- Inter Press Service
Daylesford, Australia, Jun 01 (IPS) - Islamophobia has become a significant factor driving politics in many Western countries.
Islamophobia – fear of Muslims – is now highly visible among European populations concerned about terrorist responses from Islamic groups claiming Jihadi links.
Poorest Countries Have Progressed but Fragile Countries Lag Behind
- Inter Press Service
UNITED NATIONS, May 26 (IPS) - The world's poorest countries are making development gains, yet challenges remain, particularly for so-called fragile countries affected by conflict or other disasters.
Central America, Still Caught Up in the Arms Race
- Inter Press Service
SAN JOSE, May 25 (IPS) - The recent announcement of the Nicaraguan government's 80-million-dollar purchase of 50 Russian tanks caught the attention of the press in Latin America and caused alarm in the international community.
What do Aid Organisations Want from the Humanitarian Summit
- Inter Press Service
LONDON, May 23 (IPS) - The UN World Humanitarian Summit takes place in Istanbul, 23-24 May. So what hopes do the humanitarian organisations, which deliver aid on the ground, have for the outcomes?
Humanitarian Summit Must Address Weapons Shipments Too
- Inter Press Service
UNITED NATIONS, May 22 (IPS) - Boats carrying refugees and boats carrying aid supplies will be on the agenda at the World Humanitarian Summit this week, but advocates say discussing the free flow of shipments carrying bombs and guns might be even more critical.
When Emergencies Last for Decades
- Inter Press Service
UNITED NATIONS, May 20 (IPS) - For the millions of people whose lives have been uprooted by conflict and natural disasters the average amount of time before they can return home is now 17 years.
Refugees Brings Economic Benefits to Cities
- Inter Press Service
UNITED NATIONS, May 20 (IPS) - Refugees are now more likely to live in cities than in refugee camps, bringing with them planning challenges but also opportunities for economic growth.
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