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WHO receives confirmation of bird flu death in Beijing
06 January 2009 , Beijing – China's Ministry of Health today informed the World Health Organization (WHO) of a death in Beijing, China due to the H5N1 strain of avian influenza. WHO expect...
06 January 2009 , Beijing – China's Ministry of Health today informed the World Health Organization (WHO) of a death in Beijing, China due to the H5N1 strain of avian influenza. WHO expect...
UNESCO forum focused on media for dialogue among civilizations05 January 2009 , Beijing - Held last November at the Beijing Normal University, the Forum brought together the leading experts from the Xinhua News Agency, China Radio International, the ...
United Nations launches Silk Road City Awards to boost trade, investment and tourism
16 December 2008, Beijing - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have recently launched the UN Silk Road City Awards Scheme within th...
16 December 2008, Beijing - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have recently launched the UN Silk Road City Awards Scheme within th...
Assessing Governance in China
A UN-supported framework to facilitate governance assessment in China
15 December 2008, Beijing – A governance assessment framework developed by Chinese experts was launched today in the United Nations Compound Beijing.
A UN-supported framework to facilitate governance assessment in China
15 December 2008, Beijing – A governance assessment framework developed by Chinese experts was launched today in the United Nations Compound Beijing.
Supported by the United Nations D...
UNFPA Welcomes Finland's €400,000 Donation to Provide Psycho-Social Supoort to Wenchuan Earthquake Survivors in China12 December 2008, Beijing - The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) today welcomed a donation of 400,000 euros by the Finnish Government to provide psycho-social support for a one-year pe...
China Introduces Its Vision of a Low-carbon Future
9 December 2008, Poznan, Poland - The Chinese Government and United Nations, China presented in Poznan, on December 8, a side-event illustrating studies included in the post-2012 Chinese str...
9 December 2008, Poznan, Poland - The Chinese Government and United Nations, China presented in Poznan, on December 8, a side-event illustrating studies included in the post-2012 Chinese str...
WFP teams up with Li Ning and the Government of China to distribute food in Lesotho8 December 2008, MASERU (LESOTHO) – Legendary Chinese Olympic gymnast, Mr Li Ning, today joined a delegation from the Government of China and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) ...
UNIDO and UNDP join together to support environment-friendly business practices
3 December 2008, Vienna – The Director-General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Kandeh K. Yumkella, together with the United Nations System Resident Coord...
3 December 2008, Vienna – The Director-General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Kandeh K. Yumkella, together with the United Nations System Resident Coord...
Giant red ribbons displayed on Olympic Stadium to inspire the response to AIDS in China and beyondDisplay on iconic “Bird’s Nest” highlights China’s commitment to the AIDS response
30 November 2008, Beijing – Chinese AIDS authorities, with the support of UNAIDS, today unveiled three giant red ribbons on the iconic National Stadium - also known as ‘th...
World AIDS Day event at the grandiose Olympic GreenCelebrities, government and civil society pursue jointly a dream of a World without stigma and discrimination in the Olympic park in Beijing
30 November 2008, Beijing – Today on the 20th anniversary of World AIDS Day, a high level commemoration with participation from government, civil society, the private sector, organizations...
People Living with HIV and the Art Community come together to Reduce StigmaUN and Zeshan Foundation co-support launching of the Red Scarf
28 November 2008, Beijing – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), UNICEF and the Zeshan Foundation (Hong Kong) co-sponsored an AIDS and multimedia exhibit and reception hosted b...
Using the Internet to Increase Access to HIV informationUNDP and Yahoo! partner to creatively utilize the reach of the internet
26 November 2008, Beijing - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Yahoo! China have partnered together in an innovative partnership to increase access to HIV and AIDS informati...
United Nations Theme Group on Gender present:International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women
“New Actions – Working Together for the Elimination of Violence Against Women”
25 November 2008, Beijing - The United Nations Theme Group on Gender in collaboration with the Anti-Domestic Violence Network, and NetEase, held an event to commemorate the Internati...
“New Actions – Working Together for the Elimination of Violence Against Women”
25 November 2008, Beijing - The United Nations Theme Group on Gender in collaboration with the Anti-Domestic Violence Network, and NetEase, held an event to commemorate the Internati...
The first targeted HIV/AIDS prevention campaign in China featuring migrant workers for their hometown fellows
Over 700,000 people are living with HIV in China, and the virus is spreading in numbers and geographically. 200 million migrant workers are amongst the vulnerable
25 Novemeber 2008, Beijing – The International Labour Organization (ILO) and the State Council AIDS Committee Office will jointly launch, on 25 November 2008, China’s first HIV/AIDS prev...
Over 700,000 people are living with HIV in China, and the virus is spreading in numbers and geographically. 200 million migrant workers are amongst the vulnerable
25 Novemeber 2008, Beijing – The International Labour Organization (ILO) and the State Council AIDS Committee Office will jointly launch, on 25 November 2008, China’s first HIV/AIDS prev...
The ILO highlights the importance of occupational safety & health in China
Thousands of workers die or injured in work-related accidents in China each year. Many suffer from occupational diseases. Safe work cannot become a casulty of the current financial crisis
19 November 2008, Beijing – The International Labour Organization (ILO) highlights the importance of occupational safety and health (OSH), and further efforts critical to China’s future ...
Thousands of workers die or injured in work-related accidents in China each year. Many suffer from occupational diseases. Safe work cannot become a casulty of the current financial crisis
19 November 2008, Beijing – The International Labour Organization (ILO) highlights the importance of occupational safety and health (OSH), and further efforts critical to China’s future ...
China Human Development Report 2007/08 urges establishing a basic public service system that benefits all the 1.3 billion People16 November 2008, Beijing - The China Human Development Report 2007/08 calls for accelerating the equal provision of basic public services for every Chinese citizen, and echoes the Governmen...
6 months on, United Nations steps up support to Wenchuan survivors
12 November 2008, Beijing – Six months after the Wenchuan earthquake, the UN system in China is continuing efforts to assist affected people in Sichuan, Gansu and Shaanxi provinces. The UN...
12 November 2008, Beijing – Six months after the Wenchuan earthquake, the UN system in China is continuing efforts to assist affected people in Sichuan, Gansu and Shaanxi provinces. The UN...
United Nations Democracy Fund invites civil society organizations to apply for funding
The United Nations Democracy Fund hereby invites civil society organizations to apply for funding for pro...
Countries agree to increasing role of traditional medicine through "Beijing Declaration"
8 November 2008, Beijing - The World Health Organization (WHO) congratulates Member States on the "Beijing Declaration," adopted today by participants at the first ever WHO Congress on Tradi...
8 November 2008, Beijing - The World Health Organization (WHO) congratulates Member States on the "Beijing Declaration," adopted today by participants at the first ever WHO Congress on Tradi...
UNIDO to collaborate with China on environmental programmes
7 November 2008, Vienna/Beijing – During his official visit to China this week, the Director-General of UNIDO, Kandeh K. Yumkella met with the Deputy Director-General of the China CDM F...
A successful response to AIDS in China requires zero-tolerance of stigma and discriminationSouth African Supreme Court Judge Edwin Cameron and former Vice Minister of Health Professor Wang Longde calls for an end to all discrimination
30 October 2008,Beijing – A recent survey supported by UNAIDS revealed high level of stigma and discrimination of people living with HIV among the adult population in 6 urban centres in Ch...
Launch of Handwashing Day in Earthquake-Affected Areas of Sichuan Province30 October 2008, Beijing – After a successful handwashing event in Beijing last week, UNICEF China headed to temporary shelter communities in Sichuan Province's Beichuan County on October ...
Meeting on Post-Nargis Recovery and Livelihood Opportunities in MyanmarESCAP, ASEAN bring together experts to discuss future steps for recovery assistance to Myanmar
28 October 2008, Bangkok (UN/ESCAP Information Services) – Six months after Cyclone Nargis struck Myanmar, key partners in the country’s recovery process gathered in Bangkok to assess ho...
UN issues paper on food safety in China22 October 2008, Beijing — The United Nations system today launched a paper on food safety in China. The paper sets out recommendations for where China can focus energy in making improv...
China Marks Global Handwashing Day20 October 2008, Beijing - A major event was held on 18 October to celebrate Global Handwashing Day and highlight the importance of handwashing at home, school, and the workplace. The event,...
UN and China Mark International Poverty Eradication Day with Major Forum
17 October 2008, Beijing—The State Council Leading Group Office of Poverty Alleviation and Development of China (LGOP) and the United Nations in China jointly hosted in Beijing today a hig...
17 October 2008, Beijing—The State Council Leading Group Office of Poverty Alleviation and Development of China (LGOP) and the United Nations in China jointly hosted in Beijing today a hig...
Large Survey Shows Serious Stigmatisation of People Living with HIV in China
UNAIDS and GBC funded survey by Renmin University shows high levels of stigma and widespread misconceptions on AIDS
26 September 2008, Beijing – A survey report released today at Renmin University, Beijing provides a wealth of information on AIDS related knowledge, attitudes and behaviour in China. The ...
UNAIDS and GBC funded survey by Renmin University shows high levels of stigma and widespread misconceptions on AIDS
26 September 2008, Beijing – A survey report released today at Renmin University, Beijing provides a wealth of information on AIDS related knowledge, attitudes and behaviour in China. The ...
Melamine Milk Crisis
Countries to Ensure Safe Feeding for Infants and Increase Vigilance
26 September 2008, Geneva/Rome– The World Health Organization (WHO) and the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) are urging affected countries to ensure safe feeding of millions of i...
Countries to Ensure Safe Feeding for Infants and Increase Vigilance
26 September 2008, Geneva/Rome– The World Health Organization (WHO) and the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) are urging affected countries to ensure safe feeding of millions of i...
UN AND CHINA LAUNCH NEW REPORT ON CHINA’S PROGRESS TOWARDS THE MILLENNIUM DEVELOPMENT GOAL
24 September 2008, New York - “China's Progress Towards the Millennium Development Goals, 2008 Report” was launched today at UN Headquarters in New York. Chinese Minister He Yafei and...
UNICEF and WHO China Statement on Contaminated Infant Formula
24 September 2008, Beijing - UNICEF and WHO Offices in China have observed with great sadness and concern the unfolding story of tainted infant formula produced by Sanlu and other companies....
24 September 2008, Beijing - UNICEF and WHO Offices in China have observed with great sadness and concern the unfolding story of tainted infant formula produced by Sanlu and other companies....
China joined UN text Message campaign to mark International Day of Peace22 September 2008, Beijing - More than 300 peace messages were sent to the United Nations headquarters in New York through its China office today. Along with messages from all over the world...
China gender facility announces fourth call for proposals
19 September 2008, Beijing - The China Gender Facility’s (CGF) fourth call for proposals, announced yesterday, will respond to urgent and unmet needs for women in China, with a focus on th...
19 September 2008, Beijing - The China Gender Facility’s (CGF) fourth call for proposals, announced yesterday, will respond to urgent and unmet needs for women in China, with a focus on th...
CCTV and Radio Beijing nominated for the 2008 UNICEF International Children's Day of Broadcasting Awards
19 September 2008, Beijing – China Central Television(CCTV)'s TV special "On the Road" and Radio Beijing's "Listen to Children, Listen to Nature" have been nominated for the global UNICEF ...
19 September 2008, Beijing – China Central Television(CCTV)'s TV special "On the Road" and Radio Beijing's "Listen to Children, Listen to Nature" have been nominated for the global UNICEF ...
UNAIDS Presents Medals to Yao Ming and other Dignitaries17 September 2008, Beijing –- UNAIDS Executive Director Dr. Peter Piot presented today the “UNAIDS Award for Outstanding Contributions to the AIDS Response” to Chinese basket ball i...
No people with disabilities, but people with different abilitiesUnited Nations and CDPF join hands in celebrating 13th Paralympics and recognizing contributions in promoting rights of persons with disabilities
15 September 2008, Beijing - As the awe-inspiring 2008 Beijing Paralympics is coming to an end, the United Nations in China and the China Disabled Persons’ Federation (CDPF) jointly hoste...
United Nations Hails Paralympians
4 September 2008, Beijing - With the start of the Paralympics in Beijing on 6 September, the United Nations congratulates the more than 4,000 athletes from 148 countries and regions who...
4 September 2008, Beijing - With the start of the Paralympics in Beijing on 6 September, the United Nations congratulates the more than 4,000 athletes from 148 countries and regions who...
Giving is winning collects 30,000 items from the Beijing Olympics
27 August 2008, Beijing –The Olympic flame has now been put out in the Chinese capital, but for many refugees in Asia, the Olympic spirit will continue to live on: Thanks to the generosity...
27 August 2008, Beijing –The Olympic flame has now been put out in the Chinese capital, but for many refugees in Asia, the Olympic spirit will continue to live on: Thanks to the generosity...
UNDP and Nokia Siemens Networks join forces for earthquake rehabilitation in ChinaNokia Siemens Networks and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) today entered into a partnership to support the recovery and reconstruction in the areas affected by Wenchuan earthquake
27 August 2008, Beijing – A memorandum of understanding was signed today at the UN’s Beijing office. The two parties will cooperate in the disaster rehabilitation and reduction as well a...
UN welcomes US$15 million in donations to assist the Wenchuan earthquake survivors
22 August 2008, Beijing – The United Nations system in China today welcomed contributions from the international community totaling some US$15 million in response to the UN Appeal to assis...
22 August 2008, Beijing – The United Nations system in China today welcomed contributions from the international community totaling some US$15 million in response to the UN Appeal to assis...
WHO sees healthier Beijing as Olympic legacy
21 August 2008, Beijing — The World Health Organization (WHO) is pleased with the progress China has made on key public health issues in preparation for the Olympic Games. The challenge...
21 August 2008, Beijing — The World Health Organization (WHO) is pleased with the progress China has made on key public health issues in preparation for the Olympic Games. The challenge...
Launch of New UNAIDS Website and E-Magazine
UNAIDS China today launched its new China website and an electronic magazine on the 2008 Beijing Olympics AIDS Campaign.
21 August 2008, Beijing – The new UNAIDS China website in English and Chinese was launched today with a special focus on a colourful E-Magazine on the 2008 Beijing Olympics AIDS Campaign. ...
UNAIDS China today launched its new China website and an electronic magazine on the 2008 Beijing Olympics AIDS Campaign.
21 August 2008, Beijing – The new UNAIDS China website in English and Chinese was launched today with a special focus on a colourful E-Magazine on the 2008 Beijing Olympics AIDS Campaign. ...
Beijing Olympic Theme Song composer donates award to UNICEF to help nurture children's musical abilities and dreams19 August 2008, Beijing – Mr. Chen Qigang, composer of the official Theme Song of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, "You and Me", presented an Audi car worth at least 85,000 US dollars to UN...
The power of sport is critical for development and peace15 August 2008, Beijing - As China heads to the midway point of the 2008 Olympic Games, the power of sport in promoting development and peace is clearly evident both in and outside the sport...
UNICEF rallies youths to spread awareness of gender equality and HIV/AIDS at the 2008 Olympic Youth Camp15 August 2008, Beijing – Young people can help promote gender equality and create a better, more equal world for girls to help girls to achieve their full potential, UNICEF China appealed...
Cash roll-out to help hunger hot spots12 August 2008, Rome – As nearly one billion poor people worldwide struggle to survive the unrelenting global high food and fuel price crisis, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP)...
Three Months On, Signs Of Recovery For Survivors of the Wenchuan Earthquake
12 August 2008, Beijing – Three months after the devastating Wenchuan earthquake, the United Nations, working in close cooperation with the international community and the Government of Ch...
12 August 2008, Beijing – Three months after the devastating Wenchuan earthquake, the United Nations, working in close cooperation with the international community and the Government of Ch...
UNICEF "Champions for Children" gala brings stars together to support children's causes12 August 2008, Beijing – With the world's attention focusing on the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, UNICEF China hosted a "Champions for Children" reception on 9 August to advocate for the mo...
Children in China affected by AIDS join Olympic celebration
Annual Summer Camp for Children Affected by AIDS realizes children's rights
9 August 2008, Beijing — The Olympic motto, faster, higher, stronger, invites people to excel in the spirit of friendship, unity, and fair play. This year, the 5th Annual UNICEF/Chin...
Annual Summer Camp for Children Affected by AIDS realizes children's rights
9 August 2008, Beijing — The Olympic motto, faster, higher, stronger, invites people to excel in the spirit of friendship, unity, and fair play. This year, the 5th Annual UNICEF/Chin...
Top Olympic Athlete Yao Ming becomes UNEP's first Environmental Champion
9 August 2008, Beijing -Top Olympic athlete Yao Ming is the UN Environment Programme's first-ever Environmental Champion, UNEP announced today.
Basketball megastar Yao Ming, who plays...
9 August 2008, Beijing -Top Olympic athlete Yao Ming is the UN Environment Programme's first-ever Environmental Champion, UNEP announced today.
Basketball megastar Yao Ming, who plays...
Harness the spirit of Olympic volunteerism as a force for developmentUN and BOCOG recognize contributions of volunteers to the Games and development
7 August 2008, Beijing--The United Nations in China and the Beijing Organizing Committee for the Olympic Games (BOCOG) Volunteer Department hosted a high-level celebration on the eve of the ...
The United Nations and the 2008 Olympic GamesUNFPA launches HIV/AIDS prevention and education activities
In the runup to the Beijing Olympic Games, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), together with the China Family Planning Association (CFPA), and the China Youth Network (CYN) launched an H...
UN Chief in China runs Olympic Torch for sports, development and peace6 August 2008, Beijing - With two days left before the official start of the 2008 Olympics, the United Nations Resident Coordinator Khalid Malik ran the torch today as it made its way toward...
Visitors to Beijing: WHO Guide Shows How to Avoid Foodborne Illnesses
4 August 2008, Beijing - The World Health Organization (WHO) and China's Ministry of Health are together promoting travelers' health -- particularly on food safety -- through a brochure and ...
4 August 2008, Beijing - The World Health Organization (WHO) and China's Ministry of Health are together promoting travelers' health -- particularly on food safety -- through a brochure and ...
Beijing Olympic athletes get the chance to give hope to refugees4 August 2008, Beijing (UNHCR) – The opening ceremony of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games is still days away, but in the Olympic Village, athletes already have the chance to prove them...
Launch of the Beijing Olympics AIDS CampaignUNAIDS, IOC and BOCOG jointly provide AIDS information, condoms and anti-discrimination messages to participants in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
1 August 2008, Beijing – The Beijing Olympics HIV and AIDS Campaign "Play safe – Help stop HIV" was launched today in the Chinese capital by the President of the International Olympic Co...
ESCAP Joined Ban Ki-moon’s “Cool UN” Initiative to Cut Emissions at Bangkok UN Compound
Thermostats turned up and dress code relaxed to save energy
1 August 2008, Bangkok (ESCAP Information Services) -- The main United Nations premises in Bangkok joined the New York Headquarters today to turn up thermostats by 2°C in an effort to reduc...
Thermostats turned up and dress code relaxed to save energy
1 August 2008, Bangkok (ESCAP Information Services) -- The main United Nations premises in Bangkok joined the New York Headquarters today to turn up thermostats by 2°C in an effort to reduc...
Clean Electric Buses debut to serve 2008 OlympicsUnited Nations and GEF team up with Beijing to promote clean energy public transport to reduce emissions and improve air quality
31 July 2008, Beijing-- With the Beijing Olympics one week away, UNDP, the Beijing Olympic Committee and the Beijing Environment Protection Bureau today launch a new programme on to help ach...
Dark Survey Confirms Deepening Hunger for Millions
30 July 2008, Beijing – Millions of people in DPRK are experiencing hunger not seen in almost a decade according to findings of a new UN assessment in DPRK.
“Millions of vulnerabl...
30 July 2008, Beijing – Millions of people in DPRK are experiencing hunger not seen in almost a decade according to findings of a new UN assessment in DPRK.
“Millions of vulnerabl...
UNICEF to set up 30 "Child Friendly Spaces" to address children's psychological wounds in the Sichuan earthquake zone
24 July 2008, Beijing – UNICEF will work with the Government of China to set up 30 centers for the long-term psychological recovery of children and families affected by the May 12 earthqua...
24 July 2008, Beijing – UNICEF will work with the Government of China to set up 30 centers for the long-term psychological recovery of children and families affected by the May 12 earthqua...
UN shows need for building back better in post-earthquake reconstruction
17 July 2008, Beijing – Recovering from a disaster like an 8.0 magnitude earthquake has many challenges, but in reconstructing lives and communities, it is crucial to build back better, co...
17 July 2008, Beijing – Recovering from a disaster like an 8.0 magnitude earthquake has many challenges, but in reconstructing lives and communities, it is crucial to build back better, co...
UN China launches appeal to assist Wenchuan earthquake victims
16 July 2008, Beijing – The United Nations launched today a US$33.5 million UN China Appeal for Early Recovery Support to assist victims of the devastating Wenchuan earthquake that hit C...
16 July 2008, Beijing – The United Nations launched today a US$33.5 million UN China Appeal for Early Recovery Support to assist victims of the devastating Wenchuan earthquake that hit C...
UN holds international post-disaster reconstruction workshop15 July 2008, Beijing—As part of its assistance following the devastating Wenchuan earthquake of 12 May, the United Nations co-hosted a two-day workshop today with China’s Ministry of Co...
Global Observances to Highlight Benefits of Family Planning
10 July 2008, New York—More than 140 countries worldwide will observe World Population Day 11 July by emphasizing the importance of family planning for the well-being of families, communit...
10 July 2008, New York—More than 140 countries worldwide will observe World Population Day 11 July by emphasizing the importance of family planning for the well-being of families, communit...
UNICEF to support water, sanitation and hygiene in China's quake zone1 July 2008, Beijing – Now that more than 5 million people have been relocated to temporary shelters due to the 12 May Sichuan earthquake, provision of safe water and sanitation is a...
UNICEF celebrities rally their fans for children in Sichuan8 July 2008,Beijing – Over the last ten days UNICEF China has welcomed several of Asia's popular entertainers to Sichuan to visit projects in support of children's recovery from the devast...
Ban issues call to China to help lead the way on greatest global challenges1 July 2008, Beijing – The United Nations expects China to be at the forefront of efforts to tackle the world’s biggest challenges, such as the global food crisis, climate change and th...
UNDP, Chinese Government and partners joined efforts in a new programme to assist provincial governments to take action on climate change mitigation and adaptation
A landmark initiative to translate China’s National Climate Change Programme into local action
30 June 2008, Beijing - A joint initiative was launched today to assist provincial governments in China to take action on climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Entitled “...
A landmark initiative to translate China’s National Climate Change Programme into local action
30 June 2008, Beijing - A joint initiative was launched today to assist provincial governments in China to take action on climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Entitled “...
UNDP, MOFCOM and YMGC joined forces on green solutions to alleviate rural poverty in China
An innovative CSR initiative that brings together United Nations Development Programme, Government and Chinese business to foster sustainable development
24 June 2008, Beijing--United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the China International Centre for Economic and Technical Exchanges (CICETE) under Ministry of Commerce and Yunnan Metallu...
An innovative CSR initiative that brings together United Nations Development Programme, Government and Chinese business to foster sustainable development
24 June 2008, Beijing--United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the China International Centre for Economic and Technical Exchanges (CICETE) under Ministry of Commerce and Yunnan Metallu...
The UN trains Olympic Volunteers in AIDS AwarenessThe UN, Beijing Youth League, China Red Cross and MSI join forces with people living with HIV to train Olympic volunteers on HIV prevention and anti-discrimination
15 June 2008, Beijing– Convened by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and United Nations Volunteers (UNV), the United Nations system in China has launched a training p...
A Positive Approach to the OlympicsThe UN join forces with people living with HIV to train Olympic volunteers on HIV prevention and anti-discrimination in collaboration with Beijing Youth League, China Red Cross and Marie Stopes Int...
15 June 2008, Beijing - It is Sunday early morning, but the auditorium at Beijing Modern Vocational and Technical College is already full. Several hundred Olympic volunteers are chatting, wa...
First low carbon event in ChinaUNDP supports Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) to go carbon neutral
14 June 2008, Shanghai—Film stars, famous directors, producers and other celebrities will walk the red carpet tonight to open the 11th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF). This yea...
UN helps Chinese authorities search for radioactivity after quake
12 June 2008 - Training and equipment supplied by the United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has helped emergency workers search for sources of radioactivity during rescue ...
12 June 2008 - Training and equipment supplied by the United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has helped emergency workers search for sources of radioactivity during rescue ...
China’s quake survivors get temporary relief with UNHCR tents4 June 2008, Dujiangyan(UNHCR) – Some 55,000 earthquake survivors in China now have a roof over their heads after the UN refugee agency's recent donation of tents for the worst-hit areas. ...
Additional United Nations aid delivered to earthquake victims in China3 June 2008, Beijing – While planning mid- to long-term rehabilitation and reconstruction, the United Nations is sustaining efforts to meet immediate needs of the victims of the deva...
United Nations stands ready to support quake reconstruction over long-term27 May 2008, Beijing –The United Nations stands ready to provide long-term support to victims of the devastating 8.0 earthquake that struck China’s Sichuan province on 12 May, UN Residen...
UN health agency provides medical help to victims of deadly earthquake
26 May 2008 – Responding to a request by the Chinese government for medical support in wake of the massive 12 May earthquake which struck the East Asian's south-west, the UN World Health O...
26 May 2008 – Responding to a request by the Chinese government for medical support in wake of the massive 12 May earthquake which struck the East Asian's south-west, the UN World Health O...
Secretary-General visits Chinese region devastated by massive quake24 May 2008 –Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today visited one of the towns in China's Sichuan province hit hardest by the recent earthquake, pledging the United Nations' support for the Eas...
Secretary-General to visit quake-affected areas of China as UN supplies pour in23 May 2008 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon will travel tomorrow to China’s Sichuan province, the area devastated by last week’s massive earthquake, to assess the impact first-hand as ...
UNDP continues to rush aid to victims of the devastating earthquake in China23 May 2008, Beijing — United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is rushing to deliver 358 large tents and 1500 quilts to provide emergency shelter for the victims of last week’s devas...
More UN supplies arrive for earthquake victims in China23 May 2008, Beijing - More United Nations supplies arrived today for victims of last week’s devastating earthquake that struck Sichuan province in China’s south-west.
The UN...
UN supplies medical kits and telecoms equipment for earthquake relief
22 May 2008 – Emergency health kits capable of providing assistance to 30,000 people for up to one month have been rushed into the quake-affected areas of Sichuan province in China by the ...
22 May 2008 – Emergency health kits capable of providing assistance to 30,000 people for up to one month have been rushed into the quake-affected areas of Sichuan province in China by the ...
UNHCR responds to China's urgent need for tents for earthquake victims
21 May 2008, Geneva – The UN refugee agency is providing 11,000 urgently needed tents to China to help provide emergency shelter for some of the 5 million people left homeless after last w...
21 May 2008, Geneva – The UN refugee agency is providing 11,000 urgently needed tents to China to help provide emergency shelter for some of the 5 million people left homeless after last w...
UNV volunteers support Chinese earthquake relief21 May 2008, China - UNV volunteers are on their way to Sichuan province in China to support medical relief for people displaced by the recent earthquake. One of them is writing After Chinese Earthquake, UNFPA Mobilizes Supplies to Help Pregnant Women Deliver Safely
21 May 2008, Bangkok/New York — UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is mobilizing life-saving reproductive health supplies to help China respond to the deadly earthquake in Sichuan ...
United Nations contributes US$ 8 million emergency relief grants to assist victims of deadly Chinese quake21 May 2008, Beijing - United Nations today contributed US$ 8 million from the Central Emergency Relief Fund to the Chinese government and UN agencies are stepping up their support to author...
More WFP Relief Food for Quake-hit Province of China
21 May 2008, Beijing - The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) announced today that it is purchasing a fresh batch of relief food for distribution to earthquake survivors in China's qu...
21 May 2008, Beijing - The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) announced today that it is purchasing a fresh batch of relief food for distribution to earthquake survivors in China's qu...
UNICEF assists post earthquake child psycho-social support mission
High level mission with government looks into signs of stress in children
21 May 2008, Beijing – The Government of China has organized a high level mission to Sichuan - with support from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) - to provide immediate psych...
High level mission with government looks into signs of stress in children
21 May 2008, Beijing – The Government of China has organized a high level mission to Sichuan - with support from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) - to provide immediate psych...
Mission of China to UN Mourns Quake Victims
19 May 2008, UN Radio-The mission of China to the United Nations today held a solemn ceremony to mourn the victims of the devastating earthquake which struck China's Sichuan province last Mo...
19 May 2008, UN Radio-The mission of China to the United Nations today held a solemn ceremony to mourn the victims of the devastating earthquake which struck China's Sichuan province last Mo...
UN China staff joins whole country in mourningUN China staff observes 3 minutes of silence as China began a three-day national mourning period for the victims of the earthquake
19 May 2008, Beijing – As China began a three-day national mourning today, UN China staff members joined the Chinese people in observing three minutes of silence at 2:28 p.m. in ...
UNDP joins emergency relief efforts in Sichuan Earthquake
19 May 2008, Beijing — UNDP has allocated USD 100.000 for supporting emergency relief activities in response to the May12 earthquake in southwestern China. These funds will be...
UN agencies increase aid relief in quake-affected south-western China
19 May 2008 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the World Food Programme (WFP) are stepping up their support to authorities in China as they deal with relief ef...
19 May 2008 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the World Food Programme (WFP) are stepping up their support to authorities in China as they deal with relief ef...
UNICEF rushing emergency relief to children in Sichuan
18 May 2008, Beijing – The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) is rushing today to pack and ship emergency relief supplies to children affected by the May 12 earthqua...
The 25th International AIDS Candlelight Memorial18 May 2008, Beijing - The 25th International AIDS Candlelight Memorial Beijing activity was held in UNICEF compound on 18 May 2008. Initiated by the Global Health Council, this...
WFP Purchases Emergency Food for China Quake Victims
16 May 2008, Beijing - The World Food Programme (WFP) said it is purchasing 1.6 million packs of ready-to-eat noodles for survivors of the earthquake that struck Sichuan provi...
16 May 2008, Beijing - The World Food Programme (WFP) said it is purchasing 1.6 million packs of ready-to-eat noodles for survivors of the earthquake that struck Sichuan provi...
UNHCR donates USD 60,000 to Chinese earthquake relief16 May 2008, Beijing - In response to the disastrous 12 May earthquake in Sichuan and neighbouring provinces in China, the UN refugee agency today donated USD 60,000 for relief wor...
UN China Press Release on May 12 Sichuan Earthquake
16 May 2008, Beijing – Today, the United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator in China Mr Khalid Malik formally informed the Chinese Government that the UN Office for the Coordination of...
16 May 2008, Beijing – Today, the United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator in China Mr Khalid Malik formally informed the Chinese Government that the UN Office for the Coordination of...
UN China Statement on 12 May Earthquake in Southwest China
15 May 2008, Beijing-The United Nations system in China would like to again express its sympathy and condolences to the families and friends of the victims of this tragic earthquake. We reco...
15 May 2008, Beijing-The United Nations system in China would like to again express its sympathy and condolences to the families and friends of the victims of this tragic earthquake. We reco...
UN China Statement on 12 May Earthquake in Southwest China
14 May 2008, Beijing-The United Nations in China would like to express its sympathy for the thousands of people who have lost lives and been affected by the earthquake which struck...
14 May 2008, Beijing-The United Nations in China would like to express its sympathy for the thousands of people who have lost lives and been affected by the earthquake which struck...
First carbon neutral film festival in China
UNDP and Shanghai International Film Festival join forces in a historical effort to go green
8 May 2008, Shanghai – United Nations Development Programm (UNDP) in China announced today to help the Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) launch an innovative greening i...
UNDP and Shanghai International Film Festival join forces in a historical effort to go green
8 May 2008, Shanghai – United Nations Development Programm (UNDP) in China announced today to help the Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) launch an innovative greening i...
CHINA FIRST DEVELOPING COUNTRY TO RESPOND TO WFP’S FOOD PRICE EMERGENCY APPEAL
8 May 2008, Beijing – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) announced today that China is the first developing country to have responded to its emergency appeal in the face of risi...
8 May 2008, Beijing – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) announced today that China is the first developing country to have responded to its emergency appeal in the face of risi...
UNDP and partners call for alliance to enhance protection of migrant workers’ rights
28 April 2008, Beijing – The achievements of a project aiming to establish a nation wide lawyers’ network to provide legal aid to migrant workers were exhibited and disseminated tod...
28 April 2008, Beijing – The achievements of a project aiming to establish a nation wide lawyers’ network to provide legal aid to migrant workers were exhibited and disseminated tod...
Green technology—innovative solutions for climate change
High-level Forum held to discuss future actions to combat climate change through technology innovation
25 April 2008, Beijing—A high-level International Forum on Climate Change Science & Technology Innovation was concluded today in Beijing, bringing together world leaders and experts in...
High-level Forum held to discuss future actions to combat climate change through technology innovation
25 April 2008, Beijing—A high-level International Forum on Climate Change Science & Technology Innovation was concluded today in Beijing, bringing together world leaders and experts in...
“Our Part”Enlisting powerful allies in an ambitious awareness campaign to promote sustainable lifestyle and combat climate change
21 April 2008, Beijing—The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announced today that Chinese actress/celebrity Zhou Xun was appointed as its first National Goodwill Ambassador (NGWA...
WHO Welcomes New Regulations for A Smoke-free Beijing
10 April 2008, Beijing - The World Health Organization today welcomed the release of the Beijing Municipal Regulations on the Scope of Banning Smoking in Public Places. "WHO warmly congratul...
10 April 2008, Beijing - The World Health Organization today welcomed the release of the Beijing Municipal Regulations on the Scope of Banning Smoking in Public Places. "WHO warmly congratul...
Innovative Public Private Partnership to Strengthen the response to AIDS in ChinaUN and Total (China) promote volunteerism to strengthen the capacity of civil society
28 March 2008, Beijing – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Total (China) Investment Co., Ltd have signed an agreement to recruit and support four Chinese national United ...
Report of the Independent Commission on AIDS in Asia26 March 2008, New York - The Independent Commission on AIDS in Asia officially presented their report entitled “Redefining AIDS in Asia – Crafting an effective response”, to the Unite...
Private sector kicks off work to promote investment in Northeast Asia24 March 2008, Shanghai – About 40 regional and international business representatives gathered for the second meeting of Greater Tumen Initiative (GTI) Business Advisory Council (BAC) con...
Ericsson and UNDP join forces on mobile solutions for development in rural ChinaEricsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) today entered into a partnership to help raise the standard of living in rural areas of China using affordable, innovative mo...
22 March 2008, Beijing - In a memorandum of understanding signed at a high profile event at the UN’s Beijing office, Mats H Olsson, President of Ericsson China, and United Nations Resident...
Groundbreaking public-private partnership to improve water access and sanitation in China’s rural communities and schools20 March 2008, Beijing - Students from Sichuan and Xinjiang’s remote rural areas will soon be able to wash their hands after using newly installed sanitary toilets in their local schools. ...
United Nations Theme Group on Gender and All China Women's Federation present: International Women's DayGender and Sports
12 March 2008, Beijing - The United Nations Theme Group on Gender and the All China Women’s Federation held a panel discussion on Gender and Sports in the occasion of the celebration of th...
WHO and China Call for Safer Food, Healthier Diets and Regular Exercise to Welcome 2008 Olympic Games in China
Joint Press Release from WHO, MoH and BFA
10 March 2008, Beijing - The World Health Organization (WHO) together with the Chinese authorities introduced today a new health promotion campaign on health benefits of food safety, healthy...
Joint Press Release from WHO, MoH and BFA
10 March 2008, Beijing - The World Health Organization (WHO) together with the Chinese authorities introduced today a new health promotion campaign on health benefits of food safety, healthy...
Online competition kicks off for design of creative green name and logo
UNDP and Zhou Xun team up for an environmental campaign to promote sustainable lifestyle in China
5 March 2008, Beijing—United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Zhou Xun, a top Chinese actress, are teaming up in an environmental campaign to raise awareness on environmental chall...
UNDP and Zhou Xun team up for an environmental campaign to promote sustainable lifestyle in China
5 March 2008, Beijing—United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Zhou Xun, a top Chinese actress, are teaming up in an environmental campaign to raise awareness on environmental chall...
Creating 'Safe Mobility' and HIV Prevention in northern China
UNDP and NPFPC work together to reduce the risk of HIV among mobile populations and cross border communities
27 February 2008, Beijing – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the National Population and Family Planning Commission (NPFPC) and the China International Center for Economic ...
UNDP and NPFPC work together to reduce the risk of HIV among mobile populations and cross border communities
27 February 2008, Beijing – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the National Population and Family Planning Commission (NPFPC) and the China International Center for Economic ...
ICT and disabilities: Seeing in the cyberworld25 February 2008,Beijing - UNESCO In line with the Universal Access to Information principle, UNESCO is committed to consistently addressing the challenges brought about by disabilities in C...
TTF practitioners help farmers recover from climate disaster
UNDP teams up with Government to foster Information and Communications Technologies development in rural China.
19 February, Beihai, Guangxi—Through a combination of information and communication technology development and Technical Task Force (TTF) mechanism, United Naitons Development Prgramme (UN...
UNDP teams up with Government to foster Information and Communications Technologies development in rural China.
19 February, Beihai, Guangxi—Through a combination of information and communication technology development and Technical Task Force (TTF) mechanism, United Naitons Development Prgramme (UN...
Global child death rates have declined; future progress requires intensive effort: UNICEF's State of the World's Children 2008 reportChina's progress on reducing child mortality highlighted, but reduction slowing down.
24 January 2008, Beijing – In a major report released this week, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), has announced that further reduction in the number of deaths among children un...
2007 shows record food purchases by WFP in developing countries23 January 2008, DAVOS - A record 80 percent of the food purchased for cash last year by the world’s largest humanitarian organisation – a total of 2.1 million metric tons valued at more tha...
"Life is too good"
Jackie Chan, Pu Cunxin and Peng Liyuan featured in an ambitious AIDS awareness campaign in China
6 December 2007, Beijing –The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Chang Ai Media Project (CAMP) hosted the launching of three new ambitious HIV awareness public service ann...
Jackie Chan, Pu Cunxin and Peng Liyuan featured in an ambitious AIDS awareness campaign in China
6 December 2007, Beijing –The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Chang Ai Media Project (CAMP) hosted the launching of three new ambitious HIV awareness public service ann...
Put poorest at the centre of the fight against climate change
Launch of the 2007/2008 Human Development Report in China
28 November 2007, Beijing–International technology transfer is crucial to help reduce carbon emissions in developing countries which themselves are increasingly vulnerable to global climat...
Launch of the 2007/2008 Human Development Report in China
28 November 2007, Beijing–International technology transfer is crucial to help reduce carbon emissions in developing countries which themselves are increasingly vulnerable to global climat...
“Greening” of 2008 Beijing Olympic Games Impressive Says UN Environment Programme Report
Remaining Concerns include Air Pollution; Offsetting of Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Public Awareness and Need to Boost Public Transport Use
25 October 2007, Beijing/Nairobi - Significant strides are being made to ‘green’ the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, a report issued today by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) ...
Remaining Concerns include Air Pollution; Offsetting of Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Public Awareness and Need to Boost Public Transport Use
25 October 2007, Beijing/Nairobi - Significant strides are being made to ‘green’ the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, a report issued today by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) ...
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