UN General Assembly Tackles Global Crises Amid Calls for Renewed Peacekeeping

The Summit of the Future aims to reinvigorate international cooperation on climate change, conflict resolution, and sustainable development.

The Summit of the Future, scheduled for Sept. 22-23, will focus on a 'Pact for the Future' to enhance global cooperation on issues like AI, climate change, and space exploration.
The United Nations has seen a decline in peacekeeping missions and funding, despite a 27% increase in global violence last year, according to Elizabeth Shackelford.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has criticized the Security Council for its failures in addressing major conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan.
The Sustainable Development Goals Moment on Sept. 24 will highlight successes and encourage efforts to meet the 2030 targets for poverty reduction and sustainable growth.
Discussions at the General Assembly will also cover pressing issues like sea level rise, nuclear disarmament, and antimicrobial resistance.