UN call to world leaders: now is the time to act

UN Secretary-General Guterres made a statement to reporters at the UN building in New York.

Calling the 78th UN General Assembly, which will begin next week, “G 193”, Guterres stated that the main issues to be discussed will be the Sustainable Development Goals, the fight against climate change, investment issues and financing, health challenges and conflicts. in different parts of the world.

Antonio Guterres: “My call to world leaders is very clear. This is not the time to be hypocritical or take positions. This is not the time to be indecisive or abstain. It’s time to come together and offer real practical solutions. “It’s time to make concessions for a better tomorrow.” he said.

Stating that the UN General Assembly provides an opportunity to take action for the “common good” of the world, Guterres said: “We must take action for the world.” saying.

Noting that the General Assembly met at a time when humanity was struggling with very serious problems, Guterres said: “People expect their leaders to bring a solution to this disaster.” he made the assessment of it.

CALL FOR “REFORM”

Noting that a multipolar world is beginning to emerge, Gutteres said this can be an element of balance but can also increase divisions.

For this reason, Guterres emphasized that multilateral institutions need to be reformed, saying: “Today’s multilateral institutions built after World War II reflect the political and economic power of that period.” he said.

“Our multilateral institutions do not reflect the world today.” Guterres stressed that the desire for reform must be very strong to build highly representative institutions.

Noting that the Western world dominates current systems, Guterres added that having greater representation, especially in the UN Security Council, would benefit everyone. (AA)