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79th UNGA
THEME
Leaving no one behind: acting together for the advancement of peace, sustainable development and human dignity for present and future generations
The 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly marks a crucial milestone in the journey towards achieving the 2030 Agenda and the urgent need to put the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) back on track.
HIGH LEVEl WEEK
General Assembly (September 24th - 27th)
World leaders gathered to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme “Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards peace, prosperity, progress and sustainability for all.” Heads of State and Government and ministers explored solutions to the intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.
Summit of the Future (Sunday, 22ND September & Monday, 23RD September 2024)
Heads of State and Government will gather at UN Headquarters in New York on 22-23 September 2024 to address the critical challenges and gaps in global governance exposed by recent global shocks. This Summit aims to reaffirm commitments to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the United Nations Charter while enhancing cooperation and laying the foundations for a reinvigorated multilateral system. The Summit will result in a negotiated Pact for the Future, an action-oriented document aimed to bolster global cooperation and adapt to current challenges effectively for the benefit of all and for future generations. In addition, the Secretary-General of the United Nations is convening the Summit of the Future Action Days on 20 and 21 September 2024 to generate additional opportunities for the engagement of all actors.
Summit of the Future (Sunday, 22ND September & Monday, 23RD September 2024)
High-level plenary meeting on addressing the existential threats posed by sea level rise
(Wednesday, September 25th 2024)
The High-Level Meeting on Sea-Level Rise will convene global leaders, experts, and stakeholders to address the urgent and escalating threat of rising sea levels. This meeting will focus on building common understanding, mobilizing political leadership, and promoting multisectoral and multi-stakeholder collaboration and international cooperation towards the objective of "addressing the threats posed by sea-level rise”. Participants will work towards developing comprehensive solutions and actionable commitments to combat sea-level rise, ensuring a resilient and sustainable future including for small island developing states and low-lying coastal areas.
High-level plenary meeting to commemorate and promote the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons (Thursday, 26 September 2024)
Achieving global nuclear disarmament is the highest disarmament priority of the United Nations. It was the subject of the General Assembly’s first resolution in 1946, which established the Atomic Energy Commission (dissolved in 1952), with a mandate to make specific proposals for the control of nuclear energy and the elimination of atomic weapons and all other major weapons adaptable to mass destruction. This annual High-level plenary meeting commemorates and promotes the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons.
High-level meeting on antimicrobial resistance (September 26th 2024)
President of the United Nations General Assembly
Meet the President of the 79th session of the General Assembly, H.E. Mr. Philemon Yang. Learn more about his vision in this address to the Member States.
HIGH LEVEL MEETING ON SEA-LEVEL RISEonday, 23RD September 2024
The 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly marks a crucial milestone in the
journey towards achieving the 2030 Agenda and the urgent need to put the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) back on track.
Leaving no one behind: acting together for the advancement of peace, sustainable development and human dignity for present and future generations
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) presents an opportunity for countries and stakeholders to renew efforts and accelerate progress in combating the growing threat of AMR. This meeting will serve as the foundation for executing policies and ensuring accountability for strengthening health systems against AMR. Building on the momentum of previous declarations and commitments, participants will focus on enhancing international cooperation, promoting the responsible use of antimicrobials, and advancing the development of new treatments to safeguard global health.
Watch the meetings live and on demand at UN Web TV or on the General Debate website.