In an interview recently during the UN General Assembly high-level week, Nowrojee talked about what the world wants from the next UN secretary-general vs. what the powerful countries in the Security ...

An intense flurry of activity took place among the numerous United Nations secretary-general candidates during the high-level week of the General Assembly’s 81st session. As António Guterres prepares ...

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Prashanthi Krishnamoorthy, a diplomat from Sri Lanka, in a traditional sari to represent her country. Josiane Toundzi, who works for the UN, in a dress created by an African designer, Pathé'O.

At the 81st UN General Assembly high-level week, dignitaries, diplomats and advocates moved through meetings where the futures of nations can hinge on the delicate balance of debate and persuasion.

Secretary-General António Guterres (on screen) briefing reporters on the Mideast, April 30, 2026. He has proposed a way to help the UN from being forced to turning out its lights this summer amid a ...