During Geneva Digital Week, UN leaders called for inclusive global governance to ensure that AI is safe, ethical and benefits everyone, especially those in developing countries. They also emphasised the importance of human oversight, transparency and international cooperation to harness AI's potential and mitigate its risks.
At the inaugural UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance, the UN Secretary-General advocated for a humane approach to AI through inclusive implementation and funding, adequate testing and guardrails that protect the most vulnerable and human rights.
As heatwaves become increasingly severe and long, the UN is supporting communities by improving access to water, addressing the health impacts of extreme temperatures and leveraging both nature and new technologies.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Dmytro Shlapachenko of Ukraine as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Azerbaijan, with the host Government’s approval, effective on 1 July 2026.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Xiaojun Grace Wang of China as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, with the host Government’s approval, effective on 1 July 2026.
With conflicts flaring in northern Ghana over land, resources and succession to traditional authority, UN-supported community peacebuilding shows how local action and national leadership reinforce stability while empowering vulnerable communities.
By combining access to finance, skills development, market opportunities and fair policy frameworks, the UN and partners are helping create environments where micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises across the world can flourish.
As the planet reaches a climate tipping point amid major energy shocks, UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered remarks at London Climate Action Week, calling for widespread adoption of renewable energy through a seven-point plan.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres discusses the devastating impacts of the intertwined climate crisis and global dependence on fossil fuels. Renewable energy offers a scalable, clean source of new electricity, with seven steps for effective implementation.
Through the UN 2.0 initiative, Resident Coordinators and UN Country Teams are investing in new skills, digital capabilities, data and innovation to continue supporting governments' national priorities as they navigate uncertainty and pursue a sustainable future.