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September 29, 2025 UN
The President of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, Annalena Baerbock, summed up the High-Level Week on Monday, calling the United Nations a "house of dialogue."
Over the course of the week, representatives of 189 countries, including 124 heads of state and government, addressed the General Assembly. According to Baerbock, this demonstrated that the international community is ready to discuss difficult topics – from wars and climate change to artificial intelligence and gender equality.
Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan – a call to action
The Week's main theme was peace and security. Baerbock called on countries to "do more" to protect civilians in Gaza, bring peace to Ukraine, and ensure the safety of women and girls in Sudan. She emphasized: "The Organization is only as strong as our collective will to uphold the Charter and international law."
In her speech, she focused particularly on the Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Palestinian Question and the adoption of the New York Declaration. Baerbock called these steps a "diplomatic shift" on an issue long considered a deadlock. However, she warned that a reality check remains—translating political momentum into concrete steps, including an immediate ceasefire, ensuring humanitarian access, and implementing a two-state solution.
Climate is the greatest threat to security
Baerbock called the climate crisis "the greatest security threat of the 21st century." She recalled that during the Bahamian Prime Minister's speech, his country was bracing for a cyclone. "Climate doesn't wait for us to speak. We either solve the problem together or suffer alone," she declared.
Among the positive signs, the General Assembly President cited the $2 trillion in renewable energy investments made last year. However, she noted that underfunding remains the main obstacle to climate justice. Baerbock called for the fulfillment of the commitments made in 2015 and reaffirmed in the Pact for the Future, emphasizing: "This is not charity. This is an investment in our common future."
AI: Challenges and Opportunities
Baerbock noted the importance of a global dialogue on artificial intelligence, emphasizing that this resource is "too powerful to be controlled by just a few." She called for equal and controlled use of AI, especially in light of growing risks—from algorithmic bias to sexualized deepfakes, 99 percent of which target women and girls.
Gender equality is an indicator of freedom
According to Baerbock, an inspiring moment of the Week was the speech by women leaders at an event commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Platform. "If women aren't free, no one is free. If women are free, everyone is free," she declared.
According to the President of the General Assembly, closing the gender gap could add seven trillion dollars to global GDP.
If women aren't free, no one is free. If women are free, everyone is free.
UN Reform: A Moment for Change
Baerbock emphasized that the UN's 80th anniversary is not only a cause for celebration but also a chance for renewal. The Secretary-General's report, the UN budget review, and proposals for structural changes pave a clear path to a more effective and efficient Organization.
"This isn't just about cutting costs. It's a matter of priorities," she said, calling on delegations to continue discussing reforms at the national level and support processes that will make the UN stronger.
"This week has shown that we can find the will for shared leadership, collective solutions, and the right choices at crossroads," Baerbock concluded. "Let us draw inspiration from the legacy of our past… and boldly strive for a better future that will come if we stand together. Fearless. Unbroken. United."
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