World News New U.N. body to foster women's equality

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The General Assembly on July 2 unanimously approved the establishment of a single U.N. entity to promote equality for women.

The resolution adopted by consensus by the 192-member world body will put four existing U.N. bodies dealing with the advancement of women under a single umbrella that will be known as U.N. Women. Diplomats burst into applause when Assembly President Ali Abdessalam Treki banged his gavel signifying approval.

"This is truly a watershed day," Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said. "By bringing together four parts of the U.N. system dedicated to women's issues, member states have created a much stronger voice for women and for gender equality at the global level."

Approval of the resolution culminates a four-year campaign. (AP)

国連、女性のための新機関設立

国連総会は7月2日、世界の女性が置かれている状況を改善するための新たな単一機関「国連女性」を設立する決議を全会一致で採択した。

Shukan ST: July 16, 2010

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