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General Assembly: 16th plenary meeting, 81st session.

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- Use of the veto - Item 62: Special report of the Security Council (A/81/395) Debate pursuant to resolution 76/262. Related Sites and Documents:  (A/81/395) Watch the General Assembly: 16th plenary meeting, 81st session! 02:17:18 General Assembly

(Day 6) General Debate - General Assembly: Plenary meeting, 81st session.

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The debate of the 81st session opens on Tuesday, 22 September, continues through Saturday, 26 September, and concludes on Monday, 28 September 2026. World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, " Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all ". Heads of State and Government and ministers explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development. The General Debate of the United Nations General Assembly is the opportunity for Heads of State and Government to come together at the UN Headquarters and discuss world issues. The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, introduces the annual report (A/81/1) on the activities of the Organization at the opening of the general debate.View less Related Sites and Documents:  General Debate of the 81st Session  &  Report of the Secretary-General on the work of the Organization (A/81/1) Follow our live cover...

(Day 4) General Debate - General Assembly: Plenary meeting, 81st session.

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The general debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly opens on Tuesday, 22 September, continues through Saturday, 26 September, and concludes on Monday, 28 September 2026. World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, " Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all" . Heads of State and Government and ministers explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development . The General Debate of the United Nations General Assembly is the opportunity for Heads of State and Government to come together at the UN Headquarters and discuss world issues. The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, introduces the annual report (A/81/1) on the activities of the Organization at the opening of the general debate. Related Sites and Documents General Debate of the 81st Session  &  Report of the Secretary-General on the work of the Organi...

(Day 3) General Debate - General Assembly: Plenary meeting, 81st session.

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The debate of the 81st session opens on Tuesday, 22 September, continues through Saturday, 26 September, and concludes on Monday, 28 September 2026. World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, " Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all ". Heads of State and Government and ministers explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development. The General Debate of the United Nations General Assembly is the opportunity for Heads of State and Government to come together at the UN Headquarters and discuss world issues. The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, introduces the annual report (A/81/1) on the activities of the Organization at the opening of the general debate. Related Sites and Documents:  General Debate of the 81st Session  &  Report of the Secretary-General on the work of the Organization (A/81/1)  &  Follow ou...

(Day 2) General Debate - General Assembly: Plenary meeting, 81st session.

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The debate of the 81st session opens on Tuesday, 22 September, continues through Saturday, 26 September, and concludes on Monday, 28 September 2026. World leaders gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, "Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all". Heads of State and Government and ministers explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development. The General Debate of the United Nations General Assembly is the opportunity for Heads of State and Government to come together at the UN Headquarters and discuss world issues. The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, introduces the annual report (A/81/1) on the activities of the Organization at the opening of the general debate. Related Sites and Documents General Debate of the 81st Session Report of the Secretary-General on the work of the Organization (A/81/1) Follow our live coverage of the general debate...

General Assembly: 4th plenary meeting, 81st session.

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Organization of work, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items - Item 7: Draft resolution (A/81/L.2) Action on draft resolution. Watch the General Assembly: 4th plenary meeting, 81st session! General Assembly

Transformative Spaces: Where Change Begin.

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Transformation is not only about new strategies, systems or structures — it also begins with how we, as individuals, show up to change . In this interactive two-part session, we explore practical ways staff can create the conditions for greater presence, adaptability, trust and meaningful connection in everyday work. Drawing on insights from Our Common Agenda , the Pact for the Future , UN80 and the Transformative Spaces initiative, the conversation will connect system-level transformation with the individual: How can we work with uncertainty, shift mindsets, build resilience and make space for new possibilities? What small practices can help us navigate complexity and contribute differently to the teams and systems around us? The session then moves from conversation into experience, as Rob Rea leads participants through breathwork and mindfulness, informed by psychological insights into stress, presence and self-regulation — offering a practical opportunity to experience the very c...

(Part 2) Briefing for Delegates on the 81st General Assembly and Main Committees.

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The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Singapore are pleased to host the annual Briefing for Delegates on the 81st General Assembly and Main Committees. The briefing will provide delegates with key insights into the work and functions of the General Assembly and its Main Committees. The annual Briefing for Delegates provides new and current delegates with an overview of the work, functions and working methods of the General Assembly and its six Main Committees. Through expert briefings and panel discussions, participants will gain practical insights into key issues, resolutions and the dynamics of each Committee. Watch the (Part 2) Briefing for Delegates on the 81st General Assembly and Main Committees! Meetings & Events

(Part 1) Briefing for Delegates on the 81st General Assembly and Main Committees.

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The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Singapore are pleased to host the annual Briefing for Delegates on the 81st General Assembly and Main Committees. The briefing will provide delegates with key insights into the work and functions of the General Assembly and its Main Committees. The annual Briefing for Delegates provides new and current delegates with an overview of the work, functions and working methods of the General Assembly and its six Main Committees. Through expert briefings and panel discussions, participants will gain practical insights into key issues, resolutions and the dynamics of each Committee. Watch (Part 1) Briefing for Delegates on the 81st General Assembly and Main Committees! Meetings & Events

General Assembly: 2nd plenary meeting, 81st session.

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- Organization of work, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items: report of the General Committee - Item 7: first report of the General Committee (A/81/250); letter from the Chair of the Committee on Conferences (A/81/362) Watch the General Assembly: 2nd plenary meeting, 81st session! 00:22:36 General Assembly

General Assembly: 1st plenary meeting, 81st session.

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The 81st session of the UN General Assembly will open on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, at 3pm (local time in New York) and will be presided by His Excellency Khalilur Rahman of Bangladesh. - Opening of the session by the President of the General Assembly - Item 1 - Minute of silent prayer or meditation - Item 2 - Appointment of the members of the Credentials Committee - Item 3 (a) - Organization of work, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items - Item 7 : Letter from the Chair of the Committee on Conferences. Watch the General Assembly: 1st plenary meeting, 81st session! General Assembly

General Assembly: 116th plenary meeting, 80th session.

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   Closing of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. - Statement by the Secretary-General - Statement by the President of the General Assembly - Minute of silent prayer or meditation - Item 2 - Oath of office by the President-elect of the eighty-first session of the General Assembly, in accordance with Assembly resolution 70/305 - Closing of the eightieth session of the General Assembly Watch the General Assembly: 116th plenary meeting, 80th session! General Assembly

General Assembly: 115th plenary meeting, 80th session.

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- Multilingualism - Item 125: draft resolution (A/80/L.114) Action on the draft resolution - Cooperation between the United Nations and regional and other organizations - Item 126: draft resolution (A/80/L.103) Action on the draft resolution - Closing of the remaining agenda items   Watch the General Assembly: 115th plenary meeting, 80th session! 00:50:27 General Assembly

General Assembly: 114th Plenary meeting, 80th session.

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- 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.104) Action on the draft resolution - Organization of work, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items - Item 7; Culture and sustainable development - Item 20 (b): draft resolution (A/80/L.102) (Item 7 to reopen and reallocate sub-item (b) of agenda item 20) Action on the draft resolution - Comprehensive implementation of and follow-up to the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action - Item 69 (b): draft decision (A/80/L.116) Action on the draft decision - Organization of work, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items - Item 7; Promotion and protection of human rights - Item 71: draft resolution (A/80/L.99) (Item 7 to reallocate 71)Action on the draft resolution - Organization of work, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items - Item 7; Protection of persons in the ...

Informal meeting of the plenary to hear a briefing on the UN80 Initiative - General Assembly, 80th session.

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Informal meeting of the plenary on the UN80 initiate. The Secretary-General will brief the Assembly on the UN80 initiative. In addition, the Co-Chairs of the Ad Hoc Working Group on the Mandate Implementation Review will provide an update on the progress of the Working Group in line with resolution 80/251. Related Sites and Documents:  UN80 initiative  &  PGA Letter . Watch the informal meeting of the plenary to hear a briefing on the UN80 Initiative - General Assembly, 80th session! 02:33:46 General Assembly

General Assembly: 113th Plenary meeting, 80th session.

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   General Assembly: 113th Plenary meeting, 80th session. - Strengthening of the United Nations system - Item 123: Draft resolution (A/80/L.112) Action on the draft resolution GWatch the general Assembly: 113th Plenary meeting, 80th session 00:36:57 General Assembly

General Assembly: 112th Plenary meeting, 80th session.

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- Report of the United Nations Youth Office - Item 132: report of the Secretary-General (A/80/800) Debate on the item. - Sustainable development - Item 18: draft resolution (A/80/L.113) Action on the draft resolution. - Organization of work, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items - Item 7; Social development - Item 25: draft resolution (A/80/L.110) (Item 7 to reopen and reallocate agenda item 25) Action on the draft resolution Watch General Assembly: 112th Plenary meeting, 80th session! 03:40:55 General Assembly

General Assembly: 111th Plenary meeting, 80th session.

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- General and complete disarmament - Item 99: High-level meeting to commemorate and promote the International Day against Nuclear Tests (continued) Watch the General Assembly: 111th Plenary meeting, 80th session! 00:57:05 General Assembly

General Assembly: 110th Plenary meeting, 80th session.

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   The situation in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine - Item 63 Debate on the item. Watch the General Assembly: 110th Plenary meeting, 80th session! 02:49:14 General Assembly

General Assembly: 109th Plenary meeting, 80th session.

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   General and complete disarmament - Item 99: High-level meeting to commemorate and promote the International Day against Nuclear Tests. 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.105)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; Oceans and the law of the sea - Item 75: draft decision (A/80/L.109)Action on the draft decision - Culture of peace - Item 14: draft resolution (A/80/L.108)Action on the draft resolution - Sustainable development - Item 18: draft resolution (A/80/L.106)Action on the draft resolution - Question of Palestine - Item 35 (A/80/777) - Organization of work, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items - Item 7; Rights of Indigenou...