Day: September 26, 2019

Violent Protests in Papua After Racist Comments Against Indigenous People

Protests held by high school students turned violent in the Papua and West Papua regions of Indonesia after a teacher allegedly called an indigenous student a “monkey”. These latests riots follow violent protests in August over similar racist remarks. Over 20 people have been reported dead—a number set to rise

Ashley Lamoreaux September 26, 2019

2019 UN General Assembly Held Amid Global Crises

The 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly opened on September 17th, with the first session of high-level general debate starting on the following Tuesday, September 24th, 2019. This year’s theme is “Galvanizing multilateral efforts for poverty, eradication, quality education, climate action and inclusion”. The General Assembly will conclude

Tess Brennan September 26, 2019