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![King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand (1927-2016) King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand (1927-2016)](https://asiapacific.unfpa.org/sites/default/files/styles/news_list/public/news/HGppWn.jpg?itok=LKkaTpd_)
Condolences on the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej
The United Nations pays its respects to the life and legacy of Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
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International Day of the Girl
On the International Day of the Girl, we recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges they face worldwide.
Making Girls Count in the Sustainable Development Goals Era
Statement by the UNFPA Executive Director on the International Day of the Girl Child,
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What matters to us: girls put their questions to UN Directors
Girls from across the region sent their questions to heads of leading UN agencies about the issues that matter to them.
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The transformative force of population ageing
Population ageing – one of the most significant trends of the 21st century – represents both a cause for celebration and a challenge.
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Ageing populations in Asia-Pacific: Transforming challenges into opportunities
Asia-Pacific is ageing fast. How can countries better prepare and transform challenges into opportunities? Astrid Bant, UNFPA Viet Nam Representative... Read more
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Take a stand against 'ageism'
The International Day of Older Persons is our chance to take a stand against the destructive problem of ageism.
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A #Path2Equality for all: First UN high-level meeting on LGBT Rights
At first-ever high-level UN meeting on LGBT rights, Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon affirms UN commitment to rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and... Read more
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The SDGs as Building Blocks for Peace: International Day of Peace 2016
The International Day of Peace is observed on 21 September. It's a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all... Read more
UNFPA helps restore women's dignity in flood-ravaged DPRK
UNFPA DPRK is delivering essential Dignity Kits and reproductive health services for women and girls under coordinated UN humanitarian efforts in... Read more