New Delhi [India], January 17 (ANI): The United Nations in India announced Saturday that Stefan Priesner has assumed office as the UN s Resident Coordinator in India, after presenting his credentials to the Government of India, an official statement said.As Resident Coordinator, Priesner will lead the work of the UN Country Team (UNCT) in India, supporting national development priorities and guiding progress tow
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