UN Security Council Rejects Russia and China’s Bid to Delay Iran Sanctions

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The UN Security Council (UNSC) has rejected a resolution put forward by Russia and China seeking to delay the reimposition of sanctions on Iran for 6 months.

The proposed resolution comes amid ongoing disputes between global powers and the UN over Iran's nuclear programme.

President urges UN Charter adherence

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on member states to uphold the principles of the United Nations Charter.

In her maiden address to the UN General Assembly, she reaffirmed Namibia's support for promoting peace, security, and human rights worldwide.

Kyrgyzstan seeks Namibia’s backing for AU observer status

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Kyrgyzstan is lobbying for Namibia’s support in its bid to secure observer status at the African Union (AU).

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov met for bilateral talks on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday.

Nandi-Ndaitwah thanks Barbados PM for support

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has thanked the Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley, for her encouragement and moral support as she assumed Namibia’s leadership role.

The two leaders met briefly at the UN headquarters, where they discussed matters of mutual concern between Namibia and Barbados.

China, Namibia mark 35 years of diplomatic relations

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The Embassy of China hosted their 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations with Namibia, which coincided with the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China.

Namibia group launches campaign backing Venezuela

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The Namibia-Venezuela Solidarity Group announced the launch of a signature campaign in Namibia in support of the Venezuelan people.

The exercise seeks to garner support from the international community, following the recent military deployment by the United States in the Caribbean Sea.