UNGA 81st session beginning today in New York
Summary
The 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly opens today in New York, with high-level meetings, general debates and climate-focused discussions scheduled from September 18 to 28. Nepal plans to use the forum to press for climate justice and compensation for the damage caused by climate change.
Key Points
- The 81st UN General Assembly opens today in New York under the theme “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations That Delivers for All.”
- High-level meetings, observances and general debates will run from September 18 to 28, with leaders addressing the session from September 22 to 26.
- A climate conference on September 23 will focus on climate change, with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expected to call for stronger international cooperation.
- Nepal aims to raise climate justice concerns and highlight the damage caused by climate change, including losses to human life, infrastructure and natural resources.
