United Nations

Iran's new ambassadorial nominee to the UN was involved in the 1979 hostage crisis between the U.S. and Iran.

By not inviting Iran to the Syria summit, the UN has guaranteed Tehran will have not stake in its outcome.

China is sending a naval escort to assist with the disposal of Syria's chemical weapons. Is that a big deal?

Iran’s recent charm offensive is likely a ruse. But the only way to find out is to try diplomacy.

A new survey finds that support for the UN is highest in the Asia-Pacific. China is a notable exception.

China’s own sense of vulnerability, not its rivalry with the US, accounts for its opposition to a Syrian intervention.

Plus, a Chinese cargo ship attempts to transverse the Arctic route to Europe. Monday China links.

A historical transformation is underway as China begins sending combat forces to UN operations.

Nine years after UNSC 1540 passed, progress remains uneven and incomplete.

Japan’s refusal to subsidize pro-North Korean schools in Japan “constitutes discrimination” a UN committee claims.

North Korea’s recent nuclear test has renewed suspicions over ties with Pakistan.

Laos’ recent WTO membership stands to benefit the country significantly. But the gains will take work.