Russia· Sergei LavrovUN General Assembly Third Committee to begin work on human rights and social development
Sergei Lavrov announces the UN General Assembly's Third Committee will commence its work on October 1 in New York, focusing on human rights and social development, a key area for Russia.
Background
The UN General Assembly's Third Committee addresses human rights and social development issues globally. Russia, a permanent member of the UN Security Council, frequently engages in UN discussions, often presenting its perspectives on international affairs and human rights, particularly amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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Sergei Lavrov
Minister of Foreign Affairs · Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs · Russia
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