US to build new military bases in Greenland as deal seeks to end tensions between Nato allies - as it happened Agreement signed at the UN general assembly in New York The Guardian - UK · Sep 22
Global order under stress, multilateralism must assert itself strongly: Jaishankar at inaugural UNGA 'Partners for Multilateralism' Summit External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the global order is under stress from geopolitical competition, tensions and conflicts, calling for stronger multilateralism and reforms to international institutions. Speaking at the Partners for Multilateralism Summit during UNGA week, he urged more participative decision-making, transparency and cooperation on security, climate, technology, supply… The Economic Times · Sep 22
Iran Foreign Minister Araghchi arrives in New York to participate in 81st UNGA session Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in New York for the UN General Assembly session. President Masoud Pezeshkian will also attend, addressing global issues and Iran's stance. He will meet with international leaders and Iranian expatriates during his visit. The US has denied visas to some Iranian delegation members, calling… The Economic Times · Sep 22
Macron says France, US to 'act together' to ease energy market tensions, protect Strait of Hormuz French President Emmanuel Macron said France and the US have agreed to work together to ease energy-market tensions, protect critical infrastructure in West Asia and ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. His remarks came as Iranian officials arrived in New York for the UN General Assembly amid… The Economic Times · Sep 22
EAM Jaishankar discusses regional, global issues with foreign counterparts on margins of UNGA session External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held bilateral meetings with French, Ecuadorian, Slovak and Hungarian counterparts on the margins of the UN General Assembly session in New York, discussing regional and global issues including the Ukraine and Gulf crises, economic ties, multilateral cooperation and UN Security Council reform. The Economic Times · Sep 22
'We have to choose to be hopeful', says UN chief Guterres as he prepares for his last General Assembly UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged hope and cooperation at his final UN General Assembly session. Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand highlighted engagement with Greenland and Arctic security discussions. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised a new security agreement with Denmark and Greenland. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in… The Economic Times · Sep 21
EAM Jaishankar arrives in Switzerland en route to New York for UNGA 2026 India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in Zurich for his New York visit. He will attend the 81st UN General Assembly session in New York. World leaders will gather for the annual high-level General Debate from September 22. The session theme focuses on restoring trust and managing transformation. UN… The Economic Times · Sep 21
Andy Burnham hails Danish prime minister for reaching Greenland deal with Donald Trump Sir Ed Davey said Trump’s Greenland deal is a ‘pretend’ victory and a near carbon copy of the existing agreement The Independent UK · Sep 20
Andy Burnham congratulates Donald Trump on Greenland deal ANDY Burnham has congratulated Denmark and the US on a deal to “strengthen security in the Arctic” after the two countries reached an agreement… The National (Scotland) · Sep 20
Andy Burnham congratulates Donald Trump and Mette Frederiksen on Greenland deal The Prime Minister said the agreement would benefit the US, Greenland and Denmark. Evening Standard · Sep 20
Antonio Guterres calls for global unity, cooperation ahead of 'last UNGA' as UN Secretary-General Guterres' remarks come as the UN General Assembly is set to bring together leaders from across the world for discussions on pressing global challenges, with Guterres urging renewed emphasis on dialogue, cooperation and collective action. The Economic Times · Sep 20
Bangladesh PM Rahman to highlight Rohingya, climate issues in maiden UNGA address Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will address the UN General Assembly on September twenty-fourth. He will highlight the Rohingya crisis and his government's democratic agenda. Climate change concerns for vulnerable nations will also be a key focus. Rahman will seek international support for Rohingya repatriation to Myanmar. Bilateral meetings will… The Economic Times · Sep 20
Climate Change, Conflict And AI: What To Expect From The Upcoming UN General Assembly High-Level Week World leaders will gather in New York next week to discuss the most important threats, both political and existential, facing the international community. International Business Times · Sep 19
UNGA lingo: A guide to UN General Assembly meeting acronyms, buzzwords and more The U.N. General Assembly is about to host its yearly meeting of world leaders The Independent UK · Sep 19
The Economic Times · Sep 18 UNGA 2026: Trump’s Iran war, Ukraine, Gaza and AI to dominate world leaders’ New York summit World leaders gather in New York for the UN General Assembly as wars in Iran, Ukraine and Sudan, the Gaza conflict and rapidly advancing artificial intelligence dominate the agenda. US President Donald Trump’s war against Iran is expected to shape discussions, while leaders also confront climate risks and the UN’s…
The Times of India · Sep 13 Pakistan PM Sharif to meet Trump on September 23 during UNGA in New York Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to meet US President Donald Trump in New York on September 23 during the United Nations General Assembly week, according to a media report cited by news agency PTI.
The Economic Times · Sep 13 Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to meet Trump on sidelines of UNGA on September 23: Report Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will meet President Donald Trump during the UN General Assembly. He received an invitation to a reception dinner hosted by the US President. Sharif will address the UN General Assembly on September twenty-fifth. He plans to raise India's Indus Waters Treaty suspension issue. The Pakistan leader…
The Economic Times · Sep 10 From G7 to D10: Why the world's democracies should finally name their coalition Global summits highlight a multipolar world order and competing national interests. Industrial democracies informally assemble, behaving like a D10 coalition. This grouping commands significant global GDP and economic influence. India's consistent participation makes it indispensable to these discussions. The time has arrived for this informal arrangement to gain formal recognition.
The Economic Times · Sep 5 Nepal PM Balendra Shah to address UN session to voice concern over climate change Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah will address the UN General Assembly soon. He plans to raise climate change and seek international compensation for devastating floods. These flash floods, caused by an ice-rock avalanche, killed over thirteen hundred people. The Nepalese delegation is preparing its position for the upcoming global discussions.…
The Economic Times · Sep 5 EAM S Jaishankar to address annual high-level UNGA session on September 26 External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will address the UN General Assembly on September twenty-sixth. The eighty-first session of the UN General Assembly begins on September eighth. World leaders will address the organization during the General Debate from September twenty-second to twenty-eighth. This session occurs amid ongoing global geopolitical conflicts and…
The Independent UK · Jun 23 Why Andy Burnham might not be worried about charming Donald Trump ANALYSIS: Sir Keir Starmer took a deferential approach to dealing with Donald Trump, but political editor David Maddox explains why Andy Burnham might not follow suit
The Economic Times · Jun 3 Who is Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh foreign minister elected President of UN General Assembly? Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, Dr. Khalilur Rahman, will lead the United Nations General Assembly. He secured the presidency for the 81st session, beginning September 2026. This marks Bangladesh's return to this significant global role after nearly 40 years. India and Pakistan have extended congratulations. Dr. Rahman's leadership will shape discussions on…
The Economic Times · Jun 2 Bangladesh foreign minister Khalilur Rahman elected President of 81st session of UNGA In a remarkable turn of events, Khalilur Rahman from Bangladesh has clinched the presidency of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, edging past Cyprus’s Andreas Kakouris in a tightly contested race. As he prepares to assume leadership in September, this accomplishment marks a triumphant moment for Bangladesh on…
Euronews · Apr 10 Ongoing wars 'not failure of UN but of member states', General Assembly President tells Euronews The head of the United Nations' main policy-making organ responded to mounting criticism of her organisation in a Euronews interview, arguing the abuse of vetoes by key members is blocking progress.
The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2025 Aids cuts will help drive ‘lost decade’ for progress across the globe, UN warns Global conflicts, pushback on climate action, and a retrenchment from values of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are also all seen as key threats to global development