International Delegate's Day

The Secretary-General, H.E. Mr. António Guterres, will present a progress report on the UN80 Initiative at the meeting. Related Sites and Documents:  UN80 initiative  &  PGA Letter . IWatch the Informal meeting of the plenary to hear a briefing on the UN80 Initiative - General Assembly, 80th session! General Assembly 02:56:24

The training will consist of a two-day information session on the Security Council's procedures and working methods, open to all UN delegations interested in its work. It will focus on the practical application of working methods, key topics discussed in the Council, and its relationship with other UN organs and organizations. (Session 4) Broader Engagement and Opportunities Improving the Working Methods of the Council. Preparation of the Incoming Five (I5) and Negotiation Dynamics of the Elected Ten (E10) Council's Relations with other Organs and Regional Organizations Session 4 concludes Closing remarks End of programme United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is the principal training arm of the UN system headquartered in Geneva with Offices in New York, Hiroshima, Bonn, and Port Harcourt. At the UN Headquarters in New York, and for the last 6 years, UNITAR New York has been the gateway to learning opportunities, with a vision of providing knowledge "...

The training will consist of a two-day information session on the Security Council's procedures and working methods, open to all UN delegations interested in its work. It will focus on the practical application of working methods, key topics discussed in the Council, and its relationship with other UN organs and organizations. (Session 3) Decision-Making in the Council. The Presidency of the Security Council. Council Decisions and Other Outcomes. Decision-Making and the Use of the Veto. Informal Meetings and their Conduct. Session 3 concludes. United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is the principal training arm of the UN system headquartered in Geneva with Offices in New York, Hiroshima, Bonn, and Port Harcourt. At the UN Headquarters in New York, and for the last 6 years, UNITAR New York has been the gateway to learning opportunities, with a vision of providing knowledge "on the UN, by the UN and for the UN". It develops and delivers an average of ...

The informal interactive dialogue provides a platform for Member States and stakeholders to review recent trends and prospects in global commodity markets, with a focus on energy, minerals, and agriculture, all of which are central to the economic performance of commodity‑dependent developing countries , as well as to the macroeconomic stability and development prospects of commodity-importing developing countries. Watch the Informal Interactive Dialogue on Commodity Markets - General Assembly, 80th session! General Assembly

 The Co-Chairs will conduct informal consultations with delegations to refine drafts. (Continued) Informal consultations on draft templates and model clauses. The establishment of the Ad Hoc Working Group marks a critical step in advancing the reform objectives of the UN80 Initiative, reaffirming the central role of Member States in guiding the Organization's renewal and accountability framework. Related Sites and Documents:  Website  &  Proposed roadmap of Working Group activities through July 2026  &  Resolution adopted by the General Assembly on 31 March 2026 . Watch the (Continued, tbd) Ad hoc Working Group on Mandate Implementation Review - General Assembly, 80th session!

The training will consist of a two-day information session on the Security Council's procedures and working methods, open to all UN delegations interested in its work. It will focus on the practical application of working methods, key topics discussed in the Council, and its relationship with other UN organs and organizations. Watch the (Session 2) Mechanics of the Security Council in Action - Briefing for Delegates on the Work of the United Nations Security Council! Meetings & Events

Facilitating civil society interaction with Prospective Member States for the Asia-Pacific Group Seats on the Council for greater transparency and inclusivity in the work of the Security Council. Watch the UNSC Election Debate with Asia Pacific Candidates! Meetings & Events

  Integrated and coordinated implementation of and follow-up to the outcomes of the major United Nations conferences and summits in the economic, social and related fields - Item 13: draft resolution (A/80/L.61) Action on the draft resolution. Integrated and coordinated implementation of and follow-up to the outcomes of the major United Nations conferences and summits in the economic, social and related fields - Item 13; Follow-up to the outcome of the Millennium Summit - Item 117: draft resolution (A/80/L.64) Action on the draft resolution. Culture of peace - Item 14: draft resolution (A/80/L.43) Action on the draft resolution. Organization of work, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items:  Item 7; Sustainable development - Item 18: draft resolution (A/80/L.52); draft decision (A/80/L.62) (Item 7 to reallocate agenda item 18) Action on the draft resolution and the draft decision. Prevention of armed conflict - Item 31 (a): draft resolution (A/80/L.63). Action on the dr...

The training will consist of a two-day information session on the Security Council's procedures and working methods, open to all UN delegations interested in its work. It will focus on the practical application of working methods, key topics discussed in the Council, and its relationship with other UN organs and organizations. Session 1:  Introduction to the UN Security Council Opening Segment Functions and Powers Foundations of Council Procedure and Working Methods Programme of Work, Meeting Formats and Agenda Items Session 1 concludes United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is the principal training arm of the UN system headquartered in Geneva with Offices in New York, Hiroshima, Bonn, and Port Harcourt. At the UN Headquarters in New York, and for the last 6 years, UNITAR New York has been the gateway to learning opportunities, with a vision of providing knowledge "on the UN, by the UN and for the UN". It develops and delivers an average of 30 cour...

Facilitating civil society interaction with Prospective Member States running uncontested for the Council for greater transparency and inclusivity in the work of the Security Council UWatch the Security Council Election Briefing with Uncontested Candidates Meetings & Events

   During the fifth IGN plenary, the Co-Chairs will reconvene the discussion of the five clusters. The Co-Chairs pose the following guiding questions to delegations, not to limit the discussion in any way:What are the views of delegations regarding the working methods of the Council and the size of an enlarged Council? In what way did the parameters as set out in the Pact for the Future affect the position of delegations with regard to reform of the Security Council, in particular vis-à-vis the parameters in Action 39 and the interim measures outlined in Action 41? Are there any developments in delegations' positions, including new proposals, ideas or potential areas of convergence, that delegations wish to put forward? H.E. Mr. Tareq M. A. M. Albanai, Permanent Representative of the State of Kuwait to the United Nations, and H.E. Ms. Lise Gregoire-van Haaren, Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the United Nations, have been appointed by the President...

During the fifth IGN plenary, the Co-Chairs will reconvene the discussion of the five clusters. The Co-Chairs pose the following guiding questions to delegations, not to limit the discussion in any way: What are the views of delegations regarding the working methods of the Council and the size of an enlarged Council? In what way did the parameters as set out in the Pact for the Future affect the position of delegations with regard to reform of the Security Council, in particular vis-à-vis the parameters in Action 39 and the interim measures outlined in Action 41? Are there any developments in delegations' positions, including new proposals, ideas or potential areas of convergence, that delegations wish to put forward? H.E. Mr. Tareq M. A. M. Albanai, Permanent Representative of the State of Kuwait to the United Nations, and H.E. Ms. Lise Gregoire-van Haaren, Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the United Nations, have been appointed by the President of t...

During this first meeting of the Informal Ad hoc Working Group on Mandate Implementation Review the co-chairs will present drafts of the templates and model clauses and will advise further on modalities for their consideration by Member States . The establishment of the Ad Hoc Working Group marks a critical step in advancing the reform objectives of the UN80 Initiative, reaffirming the central role of Member States in guiding the Organization's renewal and accountability framework. Related Sites and Documents:  Website  &  Co-Chairs letter ; the  Resolution adopted by the General Assembly on 31 March 2026 . Watch the Ad hoc Working Group on Mandate Implementation Review - General Assembly, 80th session! General Assembly

The United Natios Security Council Arria‑Formula Meeting organized by Denmark, New Zealand and Spain. To provide an informal space for the Security Council and the wider UN membership to reflect on the implementation of the resolution, key developments, and emergent threats and opportunities to the protection of medical mission in armed conflict since 2016. Guiding Questions How can the Security Council and the broader UN membership better reflect and respond to the growing dangers facing medical care within the Protection of Civilians agenda, and what new tools, mechanisms, or commitments should be considered at this major milestone? What measures can be taken to strengthen the implementation of international humanitarian law and to ensure that it is interpreted and applied consistently by all parties in this area? How do we safeguard the risks posed by new and emerging technologies, and how can we utilise the opportunities that these technologies represent in ensuring compliance wi...

Press Conference: Ambassador Fu Cong, Permanent Representative of China to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of May 2026. Watch the press Conference with Ambassador Fu Cong, Permanent Representative of China to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of May 2026! Press Conferences