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2001

UN General Assembly Declaration on HIV/AIDS: Mobilizing Global Efforts for Prevention and Treatment.

25 Jun 2001

2000

UN General Assembly endorses Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, enhancing international cooperation in combating crime.

20 Dec 2000

Global Protocol against Human Trafficking adopted by UN General Assembly.

18 Dec 2000

Global Protocol against Human Trafficking adopted by UN General Assembly.

Protocol against Smuggling of Migrants: Protecting Rights, Combating Crime, Enhancing Cooperation

18 Dec 2000

UN Conference Urges Action on Illicit Small Arms Trade

12 Dec 2000

UN Resolution 1325: Women, Peace, Security - Pivotal Recognition of Women in Conflict.

31 Oct 2000

World leaders commit to Millennium Development Goals; progress achieved in health, education, and poverty reduction.

08 Sep 2000

Millennium Summit: Global leaders adopt landmark Declaration and Development Goals for the future.

06 Sep 2000

Millennium Peace Summit unites global religious leaders to promote peace and collaboration with UN.

28 Aug 2000

United Nations Millennium Forum: Global civil society gathers to influence Millennium Summit agenda.

22 May 2000

Conference strengthens NPT commitments for nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation efforts.

15 May 2000

1999

Establishment of UNTAET in East Timor: Transitioning to Independence Amidst Crisis.

25 Oct 1999

Establishment of UNTAET in East Timor: Transitioning to Independence Amidst Crisis.

UN General Assembly Elects Five New Members to Security Council for 2000-2001 Term.

14 Oct 1999

Global Population Reaches 6 Billion: Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

12 Oct 1999

International Convention Combating Terrorism Financing: Unified Approach for Global Security through Financial Regulation.

1999

21st UN General Assembly reviews progress on ICPD Programme of Action in New York.

30 Jun 1999

UN Security Council: Resolutions and Peacekeeping Missions in Kosovo, East Timor, and Sierra Leone.

1999

Global Initiative: International Year of Older Persons addresses challenges facing elderly individuals worldwide.

1999

Impact of globalization on human development: Opportunities and challenges, calls for equitable policies.

1999

Global Commitment to Geneva Conventions: Upholding Humanitarian Standards Amidst Conflicts

1999

Global Compact: Promoting sustainable, responsible business practices to benefit society and the environment.

01 Feb 1999

1998

Resolution 1220: End of UN Angola Mission due to Peace Process Collapse.

30 Dec 1998

UN Resolution 1218: Supporting Cyprus Peace Process & Reducing Military Tensions.

22 Dec 1998

UN Declaration Empowers Human Rights Defenders Through Collective Support and Recognition

18 Dec 1998

UNSC extends UNMOT mandate in Tajikistan to support peace process after devastating civil war.

17 Dec 1998

UNSC Resolution 1214: Urging Ceasefire in War-Torn Afghanistan amid Humanitarian Crisis.

16 Dec 1998

UN Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Human Rights Declaration, Urges Global Commitment to Uphold Rights

10 Dec 1998

COP4 in Buenos Aires: Advancing Climate Action with the Buenos Aires Plan of Action.

02 Nov 1998

UN Resolution 1192: Demanding Justice for Lockerbie Bombing.

31 Aug 1998

Key development in international law: Rome Statute established International Criminal Court to prosecute severe crimes.

17 Jul 1998