Africa: 'Old Habits Die Hard,' UN Deputy Chief Tells Environment Assembly, Urging Action Towards Sustainability

26 May 2016

United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson stressed today the need for Member States to redouble efforts at prevention - whether to combat climate change, build resilience or address potential conflict flashpoints before they reach a tipping point.

"The decisions you will take are critical for the well-being of this and future generations," he said at the opening of the high-level segment of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-2).

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