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UN General Assembly Opens 81st Session Amid Calls for Reform and Trust

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The General Debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly opened at the UN headquarters in New York on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Khalilur Rahman, who is the president of the session, presided over the opening, noting the theme was "Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all." Rahman emphasized that member states must demonstrate they have learned from what works and are willing to confront what does not.

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The organization is facing significant challenges, including calls for foundational reviews of its structure and management. Secretary-General António Guterres has warned of an imminent financial collapse, noting that arrears reached $1.57 billion. The organization is also constrained by the veto power of its five permanent members.

The United Nations is holding its 81st General Assembly in New York, with António Guterres serving as the outgoing Secretary-General.

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  1. Guyana and Kenya joined calls for UN reform and multipolarity at the General Assembly.1 source
  2. The General Assembly, led by Khalilur Rahman, discussed the Ebola outbreak currently affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo.Sub-event
  3. Khalilur Rahman discussed a comprehensive economic, social, cultural, and political process as part of a high-level global development concept.Sub-event
  4. Liberia backs Rahman's election amid Guterres' impending tenure conclusion.1 source
  5. Rahman opened the General Debate, highlighting UN constraints and the role of Africa.1 source

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