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In commemoration of the 1995 genocide in Srebrenica, UN officials and survivors discussed the collective responsibility to heed warning signs, counter genocide denial and uphold the promise of 'never again.'

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 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.

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.

Contending with unreliable electricity, a hospital in Zimbabwe is receiving support from the Joint SDG Fund and partners to implement clean energy installations that will ensure service continuity and offer a model to other health facilities.

Countries are managing global shocks and declines in official development assistance by finding practical ways to finance development, from new investment models to debt relief tools and stronger partnerships.

Amid the global transition to clean energy, strategic investments that address structural barriers can open doors for women and accelerate the shift toward sustainable energy, building economies and creating a greener and more innovative world for everyone.

Despite declining hunger, malnutrition remains persistent in Pakistan as families struggle to afford and access balanced diets. The UN is supporting the Government in developing new policies that look past food security and prioritise more diverse food options.

Women's knowledge of sustainable resource management and their community leadership are vital to managing climate change. As countries address persistent obstacles and underrepresentation, the UN is supporting them in developing climate pledges that incorporate gender equality.

As climate change pressures natural resources and intensifies disaster hazards, Tajikistan is building on its longstanding water leadership by leveraging new AI technologies that sustainably manage water sources and enhance climate resilience.

As Costa Rica takes the lead in implementing the Global Digital Compact, the Secretary-General's UN 2.0 vision strengthens UN capabilities and the Resident Coordinator system turns global ambition into national action, ensuring a safer digital future for all.

With leadership from the Government of Panamá, and support from the UN, including the Resident Coordinator’s Office and the UN Youth Office, a new youth-led process is taking shape in Colón, bringing together data, history and lived experience to advance racial equality.

Spotlight Initiative and the Joint SDG fund are supporting civil society in Samoa to break barriers for women with disabilities through leadership forums, public platforms and economic empowerment, changing societal and individual narratives around gender and disability.

With the High Seas Treaty now in effect, the UN is building on existing support to ensure that high seas and international seabeds are managed for the benefit of all humanity, offsetting the ecological destruction wrought by unsustainable economic interests.