The United Nations recently approved a blueprint aimed at uniting a divided world to address 21st-century challenges. The 42-page “Pact for the Future” challenges leaders of the 193 member nations to translate promises into actions that will have a positive impact on global issues such as climate change, artificial intelligence, conflicts, inequality, and poverty. The pact was adopted at the “Summit for the Future” convened by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres, who emphasized the need for decisive steps towards international cooperation amid turbulent times.
UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang highlighted that the commitments outlined in the pact reflect the collective will of member states and should guide actions towards promoting peace, implementing Sustainable Development Goals, fostering inclusive societies, and ensuring technology benefits mankind. The summit was attended by international delegations, including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai, underscoring the importance of global cooperation in addressing pressing global challenges.
Guterres stated that the world cannot wait for perfect conditions to act, emphasizing the urgency of updating and reforming international cooperation. The summit’s goal was to bring multilateralism back from the brink and encourage leaders to take concrete steps towards building a better future for all. The adoption of the “Pact for the Future” signals a collective commitment to working together to address the complex problems facing the world today.
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