SDG Moment 2026 – Together, We Can Do It | United Nations

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The annual SDG Moment – convened by Secretary-General as mandated under General Assembly Resolution 74/4 — highlights inspiring action on the Sustainable Development Goals. It showcases stories of transformation from communities, countries, and regions driving change across the various goals. The event will bring together a constellation of transformative global and national efforts and discuss how progress can be accelerated, even in the face of growing global challenges.

Agenda:
– Opening Segment: Reflections by the Secretary General and the President of the General Assembly
– Dialogue Segment (Together, We Can Do It: Leading The Way to 2030): Messages from World Leaders, Leaders’ Dialogue and Multi-stakeholder Dialogues
– Call to Action Segment (Bridging Divides And Unlocking Possibilities): Reflections by SDG champions
– Closing Segment: Reflections by the President ECOSOC & Deputy Secretary General

The message of this year’s SDG Moment is clear: no country, institution, business or community can achieve the Goals alone, especially in a world shaped by successive and complex crises. Progress depends on shared responsibility and collective action.

The theme reflects both the urgency and optimism of the moment: despite mounting challenges, the Goals remain within reach provided that the international community acts collectively, scales proven solutions and accelerates implementation.

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Joint Statement on Women, Peace, and Security in #Afghanistan

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Informal comments to the media by Ambassador Jérôme Bonnafont, Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations, joined by Colombia, Denmark, Greece, Latvia, Liberia, Panama, the United Kingdom, signatories of the Shared commitments on Women, Peace and Security as well as, Albania, Austria, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, DRC, Estonia, Finland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Slovenia, and Switzerland; and the European Union, on Women Peace and Security.

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#UNRWA continues its work

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Humanitarian partners warned of major gaps ahead of the 2026-2027 winter preparation phase, driven by severe funding shortfalls and continued restrictions on the entry of critical supplies and equipment into the Gaza Strip. UNRWA continues to play a central role in the response, co-leading the Site Management Cluster and running the largest network of collective displacement sites – currently hosting approximately 65,000 internally displaced persons across 114 emergency shelters.

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Afghanistan: Key risks to country’s stability are accumulating – UNAMA Briefing | United Nations

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UN Deputy Special Representative for Afghanistan Georgette Gagnon said that key risks to the country’s stability are accumulating and mainly stem from the de facto authorities’ own policies.

The Security Council held an open briefing on the work of the 1737 Sanctions Committee concerning Iran.

Addressing the Council today (16 Sep) Gagnon said, “Last month, the de facto authorities marked the fifth year of their return to power. They projected confidence, highlighting nationwide control, improved security, infrastructure development, and economic stabilization efforts as evidence of their success. They also launched an initiative to improve institutional openness and accountability.”

She highlighted, “These developments are encouraging. They are occurring, however, in a context of no progress on issues that are of profound concern to the Afghan people and the international community: the severe restrictions on women and girls, exclusionary governance, a human rights crisis, and the continued presence of terrorist groups that threaten Afghanistan, the region, and international peace and security.”

She said, “Food insecurity and malnutrition present a serious concern. UNICEF reports that some 3.7 million children are suffering from deficient malnutrition, including around one million children experiencing severe acute malnutrition.”

She also said, “Afghanistan continues to experience an extreme demographic and socioeconomic shock. This year alone, nearly 1.2 million Afghans have returned from Pakistan and Iran, with total returns reaching reached 6.5 million since 2023.Without sustained support for returnees and host communities, competition over scarce resources risks fueling grievances, increasing displacement, and promoting instability.”

She continued, “By denying women access to education, professions, and public life, the de facto authorities are not safeguarding Afghanistan’s future.”

She added, “Relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan remain another matter of serious concern. The effects of sporadic hostilities and the almost year-long border closure are taking an increasing toll on civilians, communities and businesses. UNAMA continues to encourage de-escalation and dialogue to resolve differences, including on the presence of terrorist groups in Afghanistan.”

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Women Peace and Security – Joint Media Stakeout | United Nations

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Informal comments to the media by Ambassador Jérôme Bonnafont, Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations, joined by Colombia, Denmark, Greece, Latvia, Liberia, Panama, the United Kingdom, signatories of the Shared commitments on Women, Peace and Security as well as, Albania, Austria, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, DRC, Estonia, Finland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Slovenia, and Switzerland; and the European Union, on Women Peace and Security.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mh9vxq3LYAY

#UNGA 81 General Debate Live – 26 September 2026 (Day 5)

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Join us LIVE for the 81st United Nations General Assembly debate! From 22 – 26 and 28 September 2026. Heads of State and Government, ministers and advocates come together to explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

The theme for the general debate of the 81st session of the General Assembly is "Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all".

General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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#UNGA 81 General Debate Live – 28 September 2026 (Day 5)

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Join us LIVE for the 81st United Nations General Assembly debate! From 22 – 26 and 28 September 2026. Heads of State and Government, ministers and advocates come together to explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

The theme for the general debate of the 81st session of the General Assembly is "Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all".

General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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#UNGA 81 General Debate Live – 25 September 2026 (Day 4)

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Join us LIVE for the 81st United Nations General Assembly debate! From 22 – 26 and 28 September 2026. Heads of State and Government, ministers and advocates come together to explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

The theme for the general debate of the 81st session of the General Assembly is "Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all".

General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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#UNGA 81 General Debate Live – 24 September 2026 (Day 3)

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Join us LIVE for the 81st United Nations General Assembly debate! From 22 – 26 and 28 September 2026. Heads of State and Government, ministers and advocates come together to explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

The theme for the general debate of the 81st session of the General Assembly is "Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all".

General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/
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