UN General Assembly
2024

It strongly reminds us of the interconnectedness of global challenges and the urgent need for a collective, united, and determined response. Peace—ever a fragile foundation in a divided world—is today undermined by multiple crises with dangerous and deep geostrategic ramifications. Far from being a localised conflict, the war in Ukraine shakes the international order, exacerbates geopolitical tensions, worsens food and energy insecurity, and endangers global peace and security. Terrorism and transnational crime continue to sow terror and despair, disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable populations. The proliferation of weapons and drugs—especially in conflict zones—feeds a vicious cycle of violence and instability, hampering long-term development efforts and jeopardising the future of entire generations. **The climate emergency** has become a tangible and devastating reality. The increasing frequency of extreme weather events, the degradation of ecosystems, and the loss of biodiversity are all warning signs that demand immediate and decisive action.