The drive to a conclusion

No Climate Conference in the last decade has finished on time, and the Conference here in Madrid is showing no signs of nearing completion tonight. The Chilean President has requested delegates to work through the night. Agreement on some issues has been reached, such as on capacity building, a gender programme, and on technology, but the bigger ticket items, including loss and damage are yet to be addressed.

Paris Agreement Anniversary

It was four years ago today that the Paris Agreement was adopted at COP21. The historic agreement, which charted a new and optimistic future for tackling climate change, was signed by most countries on 22 April 2016, and in record-breaking fashion, entered into effect on 4 November 2016. Today, it has 195 signatories and 187 parties.

And there was action

There was a lot happening today. There was Greta, a conversation between the United Nations Secretary-General and the International Space Station. There were protests. Chief...
On Peaceday, the General Debate continues into its third day

On Peaceday, the General Debate continues into its third day

Engage and mobilize people throughout the world to show support for refugees and migrants, that’s the goal of this years' Peaceday, which is celebrated on Thursday as the General Debate continues. Throughout Peaceday people are encouraged to showcase the shared...

The General Debate, and what to look out for on the first day

The General Debate, and what to look out for on the first day

As Heads of State and government from across the globe gather at United Nations Headquarters in New York today for the opening of the General Assembly's annual high-level debate, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres will kick off the Tuesday Morning...

World leaders visit Social Media Space ahead of General Debate

World leaders visit Social Media Space ahead of General Debate

After the high-level "UN Week" kicked off on Sunday evening with a first-ever Facebook Live question and answer session with Secretary-General António Guterres, United Nations Headquarters opened its doors on Monday for heads of state and diplomats attending meetings...