20 years on from a landmark Convention — and a paradigm shift led by persons with disabilities.
Progress, yes. But too many are still left behind across the #SDGs.
#COSP19 is our call to act faster and go further for a truly inclusive and just world
Persons with disabilities continue facing barriers & discrimination in daily life.
This week’s UN Conference on Disabilities aims to advance a world where persons with disabilities can fully exercise their rights & participate equally in society. news.un.org/en/story/2026/…#COSP19
Despite the ceasefire announced 8 months ago, Gaza still faces profound uncertainty & immense human suffering.
It’s time to get serious about the only credible way forward:
An end to the occupation & a two-State solution, where two independent, sovereign, democratic States –
I join SG @antonioguterres in calling for an immediate end to all attacks, full respect for ceasefires, the protection of civilians, and unhindered humanitarian access.
Dialogue and diplomacy remain the only path to a just and lasting peace.
I'm deeply alarmed by the renewed escalation in the Middle East.
All attacks must stop immediately.
The ceasefires in Lebanon, Iran & Gaza must be fully respected.
Any steps that could undermine ongoing diplomatic efforts must be avoided.
I'm also deeply concerned by Israel's
The ocean flows through us — in the air we breathe, the food we eat and the climate that sustains life.
This #WorldOceansDay, let us reimagine our responsibility, cherish this vast source of life, and become active guardians of its future.
Everyone has a role to play from farm to table in ensuring the food we consume is safe and nutritious.
This #WorldFoodSafetyDay, let’s act to prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks and build safer, healthier and more resilient food systems that advance sustainable
Each year, millions of people fall ill from consuming contaminated food.
Food safety can:
☑️ Prevent foodborne diseases
☑️ Promote healthy diets & lifestyles
☑️ Reduce food loss and waste
… and more!
Details from @WHO on Sunday’s #WorldFoodSafetyDay: who.int/campaigns/worl…
Working together, the UN and Member States have shown that the development system has moved from the promise of reform to delivering results, with greater clarity on the road ahead.
The opportunity in front of us is remarkable—it’s ours to take.
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Today, I joined Secretary-General @antonioguterres in paying tribute to the women and men who made the ultimate sacrifice under the @UN flag in pursuit of peace.
Their service and courage will never be forgotten. And our hearts remain with their families.
At a moment of cascading crises, I am inspired by the work of our @UN_SDG Resident Coordinators, who have scaled up support to meet ever-higher expectations and ensure that countries stay the course on sustainable development.
As we enter the final stretch of the 2030 Agenda, we
Today’s #WorldEnvironmentDay is a reminder that we still have time to change course.
By phasing out fossil fuels, accelerating climate action, and delivering on the SDGs, we can help restore and protect our planet—together.
Our planet is sending us signals.
Too wet. Too dry. Too hot.
But listen, listen again.
Do you hear something else?
This #WorldEnvironmentDay, we turn the volume up on the urgent signals the Earth is sending and how, together, we can act #NowForClimate.
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I condemn the recent killing of a Serbian @UNIFIL_ peacekeeper in Lebanon.
Seven peacekeepers serving with UNIFIL have now been killed & several more have been wounded since the escalation in hostilities since March this year.
These attacks must stop.
I join Secretary-General @antonioguterres in warmly congratulating Dr. Khalilur Rahman of Bangladesh on his election as @UN_PGA of the upcoming 81st #UNGA session.
My heartfelt thanks to President Annalena Baerbock for her continued leadership of the General Assembly during a
A Gift of Peace
Ten years on, Muhammad Ali still speaks—through a painting of the United Nations headquarters he once created.
Everyday, as I pass by it, I am reminded that peace is forged by those who refuse to accept violence as the final word.
Read my op-ed on @AJEnglish: