In 2001, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) continued to facilitate worldwide cooperation in the generation and exchange of meteorological and hydrological information and the application of meteorology to aviation, ...

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) continued in 2001 to promote development and efficient operation of telecommunication systems and to provide technical assistance. At its annual session (Geneva, 18-29 June), ...

In 2001, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) continued to improve the safety and security of international shipping and prevent marine pollution from ships. The IMO Assembly, the organization's governing body, ...

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) continued in 2001 to promote the economic advancement of the rural poor by improving the productivity of on and off-farm activities and by designing and implementing ...

The United Nations strengthened efforts in 2002 to respond to new and continuing global, regional and national challenges to Africa, particularly the threat of international terrorism. Through the activities of its ...

United Nations efforts to promote human rights continued in 2000 through the Commission on Human Rights and its subsidiary body, the Sub-commission on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights. The Office of the United ...