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Ce rapport a pour objectif d'informer les décideurs politiques, qu’ils travaillent dans le secteur de l'eau ou pas, du potentiel des solutions basées sur la nature (SBN) pour relever les défis de la gestion de l'eau dans tous les secteurs, en particulier en ce qui concerne l'eau pour l'agriculture, les zones urbaines, la réduction des risques de catastrophe et la qualité de l'eau. La gestion de l'eau reste fortement dominée par les infrastructures traditionnelles construites par l'homme (c'est-à-dire «grises») et l'énorme potentiel des SBN reste sous-utilisé. Les SBN incluent des infrastructures vertes qui peuvent remplacer, augmenter ou travailler en parallèle avec des infrastructures grises de manière rentable. L’objectif est de trouver la combinaison la plus appropriée d’investissements verts et gris pour maximiser les bénéfices et l’efficacité du système tout en minimisant les coûts et les compromis. Les SBN pour l’eau sont essentiels pour la réalisation du Programme de développement durable à l’horizon 2030, car ils engendrent également des effets sociaux, économiques et environnementaux co-bénéficiaires comprenant la santé humaine et les moyens de subsistance, la sécurité alimentaire et énergétique, la croissance économique durable, des emplois décents, la réhabilitation et le maintien des écosystèmes et la biodiversité. Bien que les SBN ne soient pas une panacée, ils joueront un rôle essentiel dans l’économie circulaire et dans la construction d’un avenir plus équitable pour tous.

Since the establishment of the United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation by General Assembly resolution 913 (X) of 3 December 1955, the mandate of the Committee has been to undertake broad assessments of the sources of ionizing radiation and its effects on human health and the environment. In pursuit of this mandate, this report presents the deliberations of the Committee at its Sixty-fifth session (11-14 June 2018).

This is the annual report submitted to the General Assembly by the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions on the proposed programme budget for the year 2021.

This is the annual report submitted to the General Assembly by the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions on the proposed programme budget for the year 2025.

This is the annual report submitted to the General Assembly by the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions on the proposed programme budget for the year 2023.

The Trafficking in Persons Data in the Economic Community of West African States Region: Standardizing and Leveraging Administrative Data for Evidence provides a comprehensive analysis of trafficking trends and patterns across the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) region. Developed in collaboration with the African Union, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), ECOWAS and IOM, this report marks a significant step towards standardizing trafficking in persons (TIP) administrative data to enhance regional and national responses to trafficking. The report highlights key findings, including the predominance of child victims, gendered patterns of exploitation and the diversification of trafficking types, such as forced labour, sexual exploitation and other emerging forms. It also examines the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on anti-trafficking efforts, including delays in case processing and challenges in victim identification. Through the use of the West Africa TIP questionnaire, aligned with the International Classification for Administrative Data on Trafficking in Persons, the report offers actionable insights and recommendations to improve data collection, reporting and coordination across ECOWAS member States. These efforts aim to strengthen evidence-based policymaking, enhance victim protection and ensure a more effective regional response to TIP. This report is an essential resource for policymakers, practitioners and stakeholders working to combat human trafficking in West Africa, providing a foundation for future data-driven interventions and regional cooperation.

Conformément à l’article 102 de la Charte et aux résolutions pertinentes de l’Assemblée générale, tous les traités et accords internationaux enregistrés ou classés auprès du Secrétariat depuis 1945 sont publiés dans le Recueil des traités. Actuellement, la collection comprend environ 30.000 traités reproduits dans leur langue d’origine, avec des traductions en anglais et en français, si nécessaire

Launched at the COP30 Belém Climate Summit, the Global Status of Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems 2025 report provides a snapshot of progress in the implementation of the UN’s flagship Early Warnings for All (EW4All) initiative, which aims to protect every person on Earth with an early warning system by 2027. The report reveals measurable progress, with 119 countries, or 60% of all countries, now reporting the existence of a Multi-Hazard Early Warning System. This is a 113% increase over the past 10 years. However, coverage gaps persist, especially among small island developing States, as only 43% of them reported having systems in place. Comprehensiveness scores for system capabilities have increased by an average of 45% across all regions. Africa has seen the greatest progress since 2015, with a 72% increase in the comprehensiveness, but it remains the region with the lowest scores. It also places special focus on emerging hazards that are intensifying, including extreme heat, wildfires, and glacial lake outburst floods, which pose new threats that many existing warning systems are not equipped to handle. The report urges governments to unite around achieving universal early warning protection by accelerating targeted financial investments, strengthening risk governance, and ensuring that all systems are co-developed with local communities to ensure no one is left behind.

Consistent with previous editions of this Global Status Report, evidence continues to suggest that concrete progress has been made by countries to improve the coverage and comprehensiveness of MHEWS. Countries have also taken actions to reduce the negative impacts of disasters through investment and capacity development in MHEWS globally, bringing direct benefits in reducing the human cost of disasters. In the first half of 2024, natural hazards have brought death and destruction to every part of the world and, at the same time, the human and economic impact of disasters continues to grow. These disaster impacts have been caused majorly by hazards like flood, storms and cyclones, drought, wildfire, heatwaves, besides landslides and earthquakes. They manifest regularly over the years, resulting in heavy loss of life and affecting large populations.

This comprehensive study explores the multifaceted role of forests within the environment, economy, and society, with a specific focus on the ECE region. It begins by defining and presenting the global distribution of forests, followed by a detailed examination of their diverse biomes and typical forest types within the ECE region. The document tracks forest development, including area and growing stock dynamics, and highlights key tree species. It then delves into critical aspects such as the health and vitality of forests, their management practices (including ownership and functions), and their vital protective functions for both humans and the planet. Further sections are dedicated to the immense biodiversity found in ECE forests, their crucial role as carbon reservoirs in climate regulation, and their significant economic contributions through timber and non-wood forest products. Finally, the overview addresses the profound social dimensions of forests, recognizing their value for recreation and cultural heritage.