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South Asia gaining in foreign investment as developed economies seek out India as an alternative manufacturing base

The report released on Tuesday said that in contrast to large swathes of the developing countries, “investment in South Asia, particularly in India, remains strong”.

India-backed landmark resolution on AI safeguards adopted unanimously at UNGA

The unanimity at the UN underscores the fears over AI’s potential to disrupt politics and society through deep fakes and spreading misinformation, and its more sinister capabilities in warfare, development of weapons and disrupting economies.

Pakistan, allies at UN, blocking Global South from getting rightful due at UNSC, says India

The Pakistani representative also introduced a strange element into the discussion, attacking the Council’s designation of international terrorists, claiming that the Council’s actions against terrorists are “arbitrary”.

India assails ‘disguised veto’ at UNSC anti-terrorism panel protecting Pakistan-based terrorists

China has repeatedly blocked the listing of Pakistan-linked terrorists as international terrorists subject to UN sanctions.

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UNDP launches UN Bangla font in Bangladesh

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UN chief thanks Pakistan for giving 'full access' to UNMOGIP in Kashmir

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Improvement in security situation in Pakistan 'absolutely remarkable', says UN chief

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Monday termed the improved security situation of Pakistan as "absolutely remarkable", noting that Islamabad, which looked like a "fortress" a few years back had now become a family station for the world body's staff, Dawn reported.

Security Council resolutions on Kashmir need to be implemented, says UN Chief

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UN chief urges world to 'show similar leadership as Pakistan has shown'

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UN Secretary General arrives in Pakistan

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India denounces double standards in dealing with injustices of colonialism

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India tells Pakistan to take steps for normalcy through diplomacy

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