Guterres Calls for Multilateral Cooperation, Highlighting Scale of Global Crises
United Nations Secretary-General Guterres stated that global fractures are turning into chasms, emphasizing that norms are eroding and urgent reform is needed.
As he approaches the final period of his term, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres stated that crises in the world are deepening and global fractures are turning into chasms, issuing an urgent call for multilateral cooperation.
Global Power Shifts and the Erosion of Norms
Drawing attention to the erosion of international norms, Secretary-General António Guterres described the emergence of new state powers, the transfer of authority to private companies, and the increasing role of artificial intelligence as fundamental power shifts.
International Conflicts and the Security Council
Touching upon the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, Ukraine, Sudan, and Myanmar, Guterres demanded compliance with International Court of Justice rulings and the reform of the Security Council to include permanent African representation.
Economic Inequality and Gender Equality
Addressing global inequality and the debt burden on developing countries, Guterres announced that full gender equality has been achieved for the first time in senior leadership and personnel within the United Nations.
Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence Threats
Urging developed countries to triple adaptation financing against the climate crisis, Guterres stated that artificial intelligence and autonomous weapons must not be used in life-and-death decisions, calling for a multilateral risk management framework.