World Bank Updates Global Governance Indicators With New Country-Level Data
Washington: The World Bank has updated its Worldwide Governance Indicators (WGI) dataset, providing new country-level information on governance across economies...
Global Governance
UN Chief Calls for Stronger Global Cooperation as World Faces Four Major Power Tests
New York: The United Nations has called for stronger international cooperation as governments confront growing challenges involving conflicts, inequality, climate...
World Bank Updates Global Governance Indicators With New Development Data
Washington: The World Bank has released an updated set of global governance and development indicators, providing researchers, policymakers and institutions...
Rwanda Set to Lead G77 in 2027 as Developing Nations Seek Stronger Voice at UN
New York: Rwanda has been elected to chair the Group of 77 and China (G77) for 2027, placing the East...
Global Leaders Renew Calls for UN Reform as Pressure Grows for a More Representative World Order
New York: Calls for reform of the United Nations have gained renewed attention as world leaders gather for the 81st...
World Bank Updates Global Governance Data Covering More Than 200 Economies
The World Bank has updated its Worldwide Governance Indicators database, providing a new global dataset covering governance conditions across more...
South Africa Renews Call for UN Security Council Reform at General Assembly
South Africa has renewed its call for reform of the United Nations Security Council, arguing that the current global governance...
United States Remains Largest Contributor to UN Regular Budget in 2026
The United Nations' financing system continues to depend heavily on contributions from a relatively small group of major economies, with...
Global Institutions Gain Public Trust as Confidence in Major-Power Leadership Faces Questions
A new international survey covering more than 35,000 people worldwide has found continued support for global cooperation and rising confidence...
UN Chief Calls for Major Reform of Global Institutions
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for a major overhaul of international institutions, arguing that the global system created...
Modi Calls for Stronger BRICS Cooperation as Global Conflicts Test Emerging Powers
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged BRICS members to strengthen cooperation as wars, geopolitical tensions, supply disruptions and climate-related...
UN Chief Guterres to Push for Global Institutional Reform at BRICS Summit
New Delhi: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is set to use his upcoming BRICS Summit address to call for reforms...
China Calls for Deeper SCO Cooperation on AI, Trade and Regional Security
China has called for stronger cooperation among members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), with President Xi Jinping urging the...
Viral Graphic Lists Countries With Weakest Governance Systems, but Official Legatum Data Tells a Different Story
London, August 23, 2026: A graphic circulating on social media has drawn attention to countries described as having the “weakest...
Women in Diplomacy Take Center Stage at UN Human Rights Council Discussion
AI Generated pic The United Nations continues to emphasize that gender equality is not only a matter of fairness but...
Candidates for Next UN Secretary-General Face Public Town Hall as Selection Process Advances
The race to lead the United Nations entered an important phase as candidates for the next Secretary-General participated in a...
Centre William Rappard at 100: A Century of Global Dialogue, Diplomacy and Trade
The Centre William Rappard (CWR), one of Geneva's most recognizable international landmarks, has reached a remarkable milestone—its 100th anniversary. Over...
