Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par voies de navigation intérieures (ADN)
L'Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par voies navigables intérieures (ADN) a été conclu à Genève le 26 mai 2000, à l'occasion d'une conférence diplomatique tenue sous les auspices conjoints de la Commission économique des Nations Unies pour l'Europe (CEE-ONU) et de la Banque centrale. Il est entré en vigueur le 29 février 2008. L'ADN se compose d'un texte juridique principal (l'Accord lui-même) et de règlements annexes et vise à assurer un niveau élevé de sécurité du transport international de marchandises dangereuses par voies navigables intérieures. Il vise à contribuer efficacement à la protection de l'environnement en prévenant toute pollution résultant d'accidents ou d'incidents lors d'un tel transport ; et à faciliter les opérations de transport et promouvoir le commerce international des marchandises dangereuses.
Africa Human Development Report
The Africa Human Development Report explores issues of paramount importance for all Africans with a view to addressing common objectives and ongoing agenda items on Africa’s development trajectory such as food security and gender equality. The report dwells upon issues which have long been recognized as important priorities for the governments and citizens of African countries. It reviews efforts of African countries in all spheres of society – in the home and community, in health and educational attainment, in the workplace, and in political participation and leadership.
Africa Renewal
The Africa Renewal magazine examines the many issues that confront the people of Africa, its leaders and its international partners: sustainable development goals, economic reform, debt, education, health, women's empowerment, conflict and civil strife, democratization, investment, trade, regional integration and many other topics. It tracks policy debates. It provides expert analysis and on-the-spot reporting to show how those policies affect people on the ground. And, it highlights the views of policy-makers, non-governmental leaders and others actively involved in efforts to transform Africa and improve its prospects in the world today. The magazine also reports on and examines the many different aspects of the United Nations’ involvement in Africa, especially within the framework of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD).
Africa Sustainable Development Report
The annual Africa Sustainable Development Report reviews Africa’s performance on the goals, related targets and indicators of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, taking into account the corresponding goals, targets and indicators of Agenda 2063. The report uses the latest data from international sources to track performance and highlight lessons learned in the implementation of the two agendas. The report is jointly prepared by teams from the Economic Commission for Africa, the African Union Commission, the African Development Bank and the United Nations Development Programme — Regional Bureau for Africa. It is reviewed and validated during the Experts Review Meeting comprising of the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063 Focal Persons from African member States.
African statistical yearbook / Annuaire statistique pour l'Afrique
The Yearbook series is a result of collaborative efforts by major African regional organizations to set up a joint data collection mechanism of socioeconomic data on African countries, as well as the development of a harmonized database. It seeks to promote wider use of country data, reduce costs, significantly improve the availability and quality of the data, and lead to better monitoring of development initiatives on the continent.
Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
The Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR) is a regulatory instrument that applies to international transport by road. Its annexes are also made applicable to national transportation by road in many countries (in particular the countries of the European Union). The ADR lays down requirements for transport operations, driver training and the construction and approval of vehicles.
Agreement on the International Carriage of Perishable Foodstuffs and on the Special Equipment to be Used for such Carriage (ATP)
Done at Geneva on 1 September 1970 and entered into force on 21 November 1976, the objectives of the Agreement on the International Carriage of Perishable Foodstuffs and on the Special Equipment to be used for such Carriage (ATP) are to facilitate international transport of perishable foodstuffs and to ensure a high level of preservation of the quality of perishable foodstuffs during their carriage. It applies to the carriage of perishable foodstuffs performed on the territory of at least two Contracting States not only by road, but also by rail and by sea (sea crossings must be less than 150 km long). The ATP is an Agreement between States, and there is no overall enforcing authority.
Annual Report of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
The Annual Report of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, monitors regional progress, provides cutting-edge analyses and guides policy discussion on the current and emerging socio-economic issues and policy challenges to support inclusive and sustainable development in the region. It focuses on significant aspects or challenges relevant to the economies of Asia and the Pacific region. It is one of the longest, continuously running reports in the United Nations system.