Betul Yuruk

Betul Yuruk

Switzerland’s Diplomatic Recipe: Neutrality, International Law, Raclette and Musical Harmony

Is the country still the diplomatic hub it once was? ‘It is in our DNA,’ says the Swiss envoy. At a time when diplomacy is being tested like never before—from the war in Ukraine to escalating tensions in the Middle East—Switzerland, a cornerstone of international mediation, now faces questions about its neutrality. Is the country…

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Is a Hunger-Free World Possible?

Humanitarians are fighting hunger in a world of waste Imagine a world where hunger is a distant memory, where every person has access to nutritious food, and where there is no poverty. Is a hunger-free world possible or is it unrealistic? Today more than 783 million people  grapple with hunger even as we witness a…

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U.N. Principles Against Disinformation: Tech Giants’ Responsibility for AI

In an increasingly digital landscape fraught with the perils of disinformation, Melissa Fleming, United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, discusses the U.N.’s comprehensive strategies to combat misinformation, the evolving digital communication landscape, and the implications of artificial intelligence in an exclusive interview. Through powerful storytelling and a commitment to truth, Fleming highlights the U.N.’s ongoing…

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