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The 79th session of the UN General Assembly focused on peace, gender equality, climate change, and the regulation of artificial intelligence, among other topics, with participation from 87 heads of state, including Prince Albert II of Monaco.
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The 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly took place from September 24th to September 30th, 2024 in New York. Among the 193 speakers were 87 heads of state, including Prince Albert II of Monaco.
In his speech, Prince Albert II emphasized the importance of solidarity and dialogue in a divided world. He also highlighted the need for gender equality, noting that only ten female heads of delegation addressed the General Assembly.
Other topics discussed during the session included climate change, the regulation of artificial intelligence, and combating disinformation.
Several meetings and a Summit were held during this high-level week. The Future Summit, which preceded the General Debate, resulted in the adoption of the Future Pact, including the Declaration for Future Generations and the Global Digital Pact. These agreements aim to provide a roadmap for addressing global challenges.
During his address at the Summit, Prince Albert II emphasized the value of peace and the importance of respecting and protecting human rights. He also highlighted the power of sport as a universal language that promotes understanding and sustainable development.
Monaco’s foreign affairs minister, Isabelle BERRO-AMADEÏ, attended various meetings during the session. She participated in the ministerial meeting of the Security Council dedicated to the situation in Ukraine, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr ZELENSKY urged the international community to “compel” Russia to make peace. She also attended a high-level meeting on rising sea levels, emphasizing Monaco’s commitment to ocean protection and climate change mitigation. Another meeting focused on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) resulted in the adoption of a political declaration to strengthen global health systems and international cooperation in the fight against AMR.
Bilateral meetings were also conducted, with Prince Albert II meeting with the President of the International Olympic Committee, Thomas BACH, and the President of Latvia. Minister BERRO-AMADEÏ had discussions with counterparts from Kosovo, the Philippines, Kyrgyzstan, and Cyprus, as well as participating in informal meetings and dinners with women foreign ministers.
Overall, the 79th session of the UN General Assembly provided a platform for world leaders, including Prince Albert II of Monaco, to address pressing global issues and advocate for peace, equality, and sustainable development.
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Gouvernement Monaco
