UN approves new body to promote women's equality
The General Assembly on Friday unanimously approved the establishment of a single UN body to promote equality for women.
The resolution adopted by consensus by the 192-member world body will put four existing UN bodies dealing with the advancement of women under a single umbrella that will be known as "UN Women." Diplomats burst into applause when Assembly President Ali Abdessalam Treki banged his gavel signifying approval. (AP)
