UN General Assembly
2018

Much progress has been made but, as the Secretary- General has again pointed out, our world suffers from a lack of trust, the reconsideration of policies and a very strong sense of insecurity — feelings that are exacerbated by inequalities in development and the surge in global challenges that have not yet been mastered, such as climate change and terrorism, not to mention the iniquitous severity of poverty and disease. We are all witnessing humanitarian crises caused by conflicts affecting millions of people, including migration crises, terrorist attacks and security threats in certain regions, to name but a few. The theme chosen for this session places us at the heart of the major issues that drive the world today. It challenges us with regard to the role of the Organization in the face of the disruptions that are undermining our societies today. The challenge of sustainable development and the ambitious 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development require a strong and effective Organization that engages all Member States.