The United States commends IDLO on its adherence to its core principles of Inclusion, Integration, and Innovation during this year of unprecedented challenges. As the only intergovernmental organization exclusively dedicated to the rule of law as an enabler of peace, sustainable development, and human rights, IDLO is uniquely positioned to build judicial capacity in challenging operating environments.
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By USUN Rome Mission | 24 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News | Tags: IDLO, International Development Law Organization, Rule of Law
Let me begin by reiterating the congratulations of the United States to the World Food Program for being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for 2020. This award is recognition for the tremendous impact the World Food Program has under your leadership and that of all the World Food Program staff around the world dealing in …
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By USUN Rome Mission | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News | Tags: Executive Board, Food Security, Humanitarian Assistance, World Food Program
A BIG Congratulations to the FAO on your 75th anniversary.
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By USUN Rome Mission | 23 October, 2020 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, Key Officials, News, Speeches | Tags: agriculture, Canada, FAO, IFAD, Innovation, Sustainable Development, WFP
Ambassador Kip Tom visited Beirut, Lebanon in early October to view the damage caused by the massive explosion in Beirut’s port, and assess the humanitarian response. The United States is working with the World Food Program (WFP) to help meet the food security needs of the most vulnerable communities in Lebanon during these very difficult …
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By USUN Rome Mission | 8 October, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Near East & North Africa, News, USAID, Video | Tags: Beirut, Humanitarian Assistance, Lebanon, WFP
Executive Director Beasley, this first year of a new decade— from the outset —is proving to be one that calls for more fortitude, perseverance and adaptation than we could have ever predicted. The United States more so than in the past looks to institutions like WFP to be a part of the holistic, constructive effort …
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By USUN Rome Mission | 30 June, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, News | Tags: Covid-19, Humanitarian Assistance, WFP, World Food Program
It is a model Italian farm using available science and technology to make sure they do their part in feeding a hungry world
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By USUN Rome Mission | 30 May, 2020 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, News | Tags: agriculture, Ambassador, Family Farm
August 10, 2019 Partnerships were a key theme on Ambassador Kip Tom’s recent visit to Rwanda. From August 5-8th the Ambassador participated in the Africa Food Security Leadership Dialogue (AFSLD) in Kigali, Rwanda and made several site visits to UN projects promoting food security and local economic development. “Agriculture by nature involves risk, but by …
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By USUN Rome Mission | 10 August, 2019 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, News | Tags: agri-buisness, agriculture, Ambassador, development, FAO, IFAD, WFP
We are in the early years of the digital revolution as it relates to farming, and we are seeing the convergence of biotechnology and digital sciences transform our ability to measure, monitor and control our farms.
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By USUN Rome Mission | 11 June, 2019 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, News, Science & Tech, Speeches | Tags: agriculture, Digital Technology, FAO
The role of the United Nations and its partners is indispensable in reaching the most vulnerable people. We rely on organizations like WFP within the United Nations (UN)family to help mitigate the worst impacts of crises and keep beneficiary needs at the center of all humanitarian interventions.
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By USUN Rome Mission | 10 June, 2019 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador, Food Security, Humanitarian Assistance, WFP, World Food Program Executive Board Annual Session
“Famine is an issue of peace and security. With the adoption of this statement, the Security Council has finally acknowledged the clear link between conflict and famine. This is a man-made crisis, and people are dying of hunger because of man-made conflict. The Security Council must continue to demand access for food and other life-saving …
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By USUN Rome Mission | 9 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases | Tags: Food Security. United Nations Security Council, U.S. Mission to the UN New York