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UN Celebrates 80 Years of Partnership with Libyans

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The United Nations celebrated 80 years since its founding with a photography exhibition and a round table discussion in Libya. The exhibition, titled "Building Our Future Together," highlights the UN's partnership with the people of Libya in advancing peace, stability, and sustainable development. The event was attended by representatives of the UN, Libyan ministers and officials, ambassadors, and members of the public.

Key Takeaways:

  • The photography exhibition showcases the UN's partnership with Libyans, featuring stories of teachers, engineers, youth, women, and advocates working together to advance peace, stability, and sustainable development.
  • The exhibition marks 80 years since the founding of the UN and invites all Libyans, international partners, and UN colleagues to work side by side for a common purpose supporting the country's progress.
  • The UN Day commemorates the entry into force of the UN Charter in 1945, marking the formal establishment of the UN.
  • Libya was one of the first nations to be affirmed for independence through the UN system, following resolutions of the General Assembly in 1949.
  • The UN has supported various initiatives in Libya, including those represented in the photo exhibition, to connect, support, and help Libyans grow.
  • The UN entities working to support a better future in Libya include FAO, ILO, IOM, OCHA, OHCHR, UN Habitat, UN Women, UNDP, UNESCO, UNFPA, UNHCR, UNICEF, UNIDO, UNMAS, UNODC, UNOPS, UNSMIL, WFP, and WHO.

Statistics:

  • 80 years since the founding of the UN
  • 80 years of partnership between the UN and the people of Libya
  • 1945: The UN Charter entered into force, marking the formal establishment of the UN
  • 1949: LIBYA was one of the first nations to be affirmed for independence through the UN system
  • 1: The number of photography exhibition featuring stories of partnership and perseverance

Sources:

  • United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL)
  • United Nations General Assembly Resolutions 1949
  • Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL)

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