International Association of World Peace Advocates

All Eminent Peace Ambassadors are kindly informed of the High-Level Preparatory Meeting for the 2026 United Nations Water Conference: 26 – 27 January 2026  Dakar, Senegal Co-organized by: Senegal & United Arab Emirates This meeting is part of preparations for the 2026 UN Water Conference and will bring together key stakeholders to discuss global water, sanitation, and climate issues. The event is open to professionals working in water, sanitation, and environmental sectors, including: • WASH Officers / Managers • Water Supply & Utility Managers • Water / Wastewater Engineers • Water & Sanitation Project Managers • Water Policy / Governance Officers         • Climate & Environmental Officers         • Humanitarian WASH Specialists All Eminent Peace Ambassadors and eligible professionals are encouraged to save the date. For inquiries, please contact the IAWPA Consular Office:   +234 707 765 39...

From deploying peacekeepers to conducting quiet – but at times heated – diplomacy, the UN Security Council sits at the heart of global decision-making on war and peace. As of January, five new countries will have a seat around the iconic horseshoe table. Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Latvia and Liberia have begun two-year terms as non-permanent members, replacing Algeria, Guyana, the Republic of Korea, Sierra Leone and Slovenia, whose terms ended last month. They join the other five non-permanent members – Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama and Somalia – who will serve through the end of 2026, alongside the five nations who are a constant presence – China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States. The P5, as permanent members are called, hold veto power, allowing any one of them to block the adoption of a substantive resolution, regardless of majority support. What the Security Council does Under the UN Charter, the Security Council has primary...

US President Donald Trump made the announcement on social media, and the US Attorney General said Mr. Maduro and his wife would face “the full wrath of American justice on American soil, in American courts,” based on a 2020 narcoterrorism indictment during the first Trump administration, in New York.  Nicolás Maduro Moros, President of Venezuela, delivering a speech at the UN General Assembly's 73rd session. UN Photo/Cia Pak The Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro addresses the United Nations General Assembly in 2018. The US operation began with overnight strikes in and around the capital, Caracas. Venezuela has declared a state of national emergency, with casualty figures and the extent of the damage yet to be confirmed. The Venezuelan Government denounced the act of “extremely serious military aggression” by the US, which followed months of increasing tension including a major military build up off the Venezuela coast and a series of deadly strikes on alleged drug trafficking boat...

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) is pleased to announce the United Nations Innovate4Cities Conference 2026, a global platform designed to create and strengthen opportunities for cities to turn ambition into action. By bridging science and policy, the conference empowers governments worldwide to deliver the transformative solutions urgently needed by cities across the globe. All Eminent Peace Ambassadors involved in Real Estate, Housing and Urban Development and other related business are hereby invited to attend this conference. The event presents valuable opportunities for investment, partnerships, and strategic engagement in sustainable urban development and innovative city projects. Event Details: Date: 21st – 24th June, 2026 Time: 10:00 a.m.  Venue: United Nations Headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya Participants are encouraged to take advantage of the investor focused opportunities available at this prestigious international conference. Please note that t...

The International Office of the International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) hereby announces the dissolution of the IAWPA Lagos State Executives with immediate effect. Furthermore, the International Office is pleased to announce the appointment of His Eminence, Amb. Owolabi Awolowo, as the new Director of IAWPA Lagos State, effective immediately. All members, partners, and stakeholders in Lagos State are hereby directed to accord His Eminence the necessary cooperation and support to enable him carry out his duties effectively in line with the vision and objectives of IAWPA. Signed: International Office International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA)

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) is pleased to announce that Her Eminence, Ambassador Juliet Nwokocha, Rivers State Director, IAWPA, has been duly appointed as the Head of Delegation to the United Nations Global Implementation Support Symposium 2026 Organized by International Civil Aviation Organization( ICAO ).  Event Details: 14–16 April 2026 Marrakech, Morocco Hosted by: The Kingdom of Morocco Ministry of Transport and Logistics Her Eminence Amb. Juliet Nwokocha will lead the IAWPA delegation, representing the organization in high-level engagements, policy discussions, and collaborative sessions aimed at advancing global implementation strategies and sustainable development. IAWPA congratulates Her Eminence on this distinguished appointment, This appointment is in recognition of her outstanding performance as Head of Delegation at the United Nations Second World Summit for Social Development, Doha 2025, where she demonstrated exceptional leadership,...

  HÀ NỘI — UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Saturday extended his warmest greetings to peoples celebrating the Lunar New Year in a video message. Highlighting symbolic significance of the Year of the Snake, which, he said, represents wisdom, resilience and renewal, Guterres expressed his hope that the year will bring about good health, happiness, prosperity, and new opportunities. The UN leader also called for strengthened international cooperation for peace, justice, and equality. His message resonated with a profound desire to construct a more promising future for all people. On December 22, 2023, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution officially recognising Lunar New Year as an annual UN holiday. Acknowledging that the holiday is observed in many member states, the resolution encourages UN agencies to refrain from scheduling meetings on the first day of the lunar calendar. — VNS

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) is pleased to announce its participation in the ongoing United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The summit brings together global leaders to discuss sustainable industrial development and innovative solutions for economic growth. IAWPA’s presence highlights our commitment to promoting peace, sustainable development, and economic advancement—particularly in Nigeria. The summit’s focus on industrialization and technology aligns closely with Nigeria’s priorities, especially for the North-East, which continues to recover from years of conflict and underdevelopment. Key Benefits for Nigeria and the North-East • Industrial Growth: Insights to accelerate industrial development in key sectors, including the blue economy. • Economic Opportunities: Access to international partners and investors who can support growth in the North-East. • Reconstruction: Strategies to supp...