The annual high-level General Debate of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81) officially commenced on Tuesday (September 22, 2026) at the UN Headquarters in New York, gathering nearly 130 heads of state and government to address pressingly complex international challenges.
Held under the theme "Rebuilding Trust and Managing Transformation: An Effective UN for All," the assembly is being presided over by Bangladesh Foreign Minister and seasoned diplomat Khalilur Rahman. Following the presentation of UN Secretary-General António Guterres's final annual report and President Rahman's opening address, Brazil delivered the traditional opening statement, followed by host country representative US President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will address the assembly via a pre-recorded video message amid diplomatic tensions over host country visa denials. Beyond general addresses, discussions will focus on key international topics, including conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, AI regulation, climate resilience, and the ongoing Security Council straw polls to select Secretary-General Guterres's successor ahead of his December 31 term expiration.
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