Tag: UNGA President Dennis Francis

India lifted 800 million people out of poverty “simply by smartphone”: UNGA President

He highlighted how people in rural areas of India, are able to make payments and pay bills just on the touch of a smartphone.

August 2, 2024

UNGA President honours India’s Hansa Mehta on International Day for Women in Diplomacy

The introduction of a more inclusive language in UDHR was an important milestone in the fight for women's rights and gender equality.

June 25, 2024

Intolerance, xenophobia, hate speech fuelling increase in hate crimes, conflict: UNGA President

He recalled that UNGA in 2022 adopted a resolution declaring March 15 as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, adding that the resolution was adopted after the Christchurch massacre, which claimed 55 lives.

March 16, 2024