IRAN, U.S. EXPECTED TO SIGN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

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The Embassy of Iran in Windhoek says Iran and the United States are expected to sign a memorandum of understanding on Friday.

This follows an agreement aimed at ending more than three months of conflict between the two countries.

WORLD LEADERS WELCOME U.S.-IRAN PEACE DEAL

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Various world leaders voiced support for the U.S.-Iran peace deal announced by President Donald Trump on Sunday.

The peace deal is raising hopes of lower energy prices and greater stability across the Middle East after months of conflict.

GENOCIDE JOINT DECLARATION EXPECTED BY YEAR-END

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Germany's Ambassador to Namibia, Thorsten Hutter, has expressed hope that the Genocide Joint Declaration between Namibia and Germany will be finalised by the end of the year.

Thorsten Hütter made the announcement during a farewell courtesy visit to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House.

NEW DIPLOMATS PLEDGE STRONGER TIES WITH NAMIBIA

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Namibia's ties with the international community continue to receive boosts, as newly accredited diplomats outlined plans to deepen cooperation in energy, tourism and education sectors.

Six Heads of Mission presented their letters of credence to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House.

NAMIBIA CALLS FOR STRONGER UN DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM FUNDING

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Namibia's mission at the United Nations has called for further efforts to address persistent funding challenges, reduce fragmentation and strengthen transparency and results-based management in the UN Development System (UNDS).

RAMAPHOSA ARRIVES IN BOTSWANA FOR STATE VISIT

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Botswana on a two-day state visit.

Ramaphosa and President Duma Boko will co-chair the 6th session of the Botswana-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) tomorrow.

NAMIBIA BACKS UN SECURITY COUNCIL REFORM PUSH

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Namibia has reiterated its support for Africa's common position on reforming the United Nations Security Council, calling for two permanent and five non-permanent African seats and the abolition of the veto power. 

If the veto is retained, Namibia insists it should be extended to all Council members.