Freedom of Religion or Belief: The Cornerstone of the UN Human Rights Covenants

Freedom of Religion or Belief: The Cornerstone of the UN Human Rights Covenants

Those who drafted the human rights treaties regarded FoRB as essential to their integrity—something Taiwan cannot ignore. by Rosita Šorytė Review meeting of Taiwan’s second report under the Two Covenants. From X. Next year, in 2026, the United Nations will solemnly celebrate the 60th anniversary of the signing of the two Human Rights Covenants in 1966 and the 50th anniversary of their entry into force in 1976, upon receiving the required number …

At 80, the United Nations Faces a Moment of Reckoning — and Renewal

A milestone year brings calls for gender parity, regional equity, and bold leadership at the helm of the UN. By Ramesh Jaura This article was first published on https://rjaura.substack.com BERLIN, NEW YORK | 22 July 2025 (IDN) — As the United Nations prepares to celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2025, the milestone presents an opportunity to reflect not only on past achievements but also on the future. It presents a pivotal opportunity to ask wh…