UN's work and mission 'more vital than ever': Guterres

 

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has said that the organization's work and mission are "more vital than ever" in the face of the many challenges facing the world today.

In his annual report to the UN General Assembly, Guterres highlighted the organization's work on a range of issues, including peace and security, development, human rights, and climate change. He said that the UN is "the only multilateral body with the global reach and mandate to address the interconnected challenges we face."

Guterres pointed to the UN's role in helping to resolve conflicts, providing humanitarian assistance to people in need, and promoting sustainable development. He also said that the UN is playing a leading role in the fight against climate change.

"The UN is more needed than ever," Guterres said. "We are facing a perfect storm of crises: war, hunger, climate change, and inequality. The world needs the UN to be stronger than ever before."

Guterres called on member states to provide the UN with the resources and support it needs to carry out its work. He also urged them to work together to address the challenges facing the world.

"We can overcome these challenges, but only if we work together," Guterres said. "The UN is the best place to do that."

Guterres's comments come at a time when the UN is facing a number of challenges. The organization is facing funding shortfalls, and its credibility has been tarnished by a number of scandals. However, Guterres's report shows that the UN is still playing an important role in the world.

The UN is working on a number of important initiatives, such as the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement on climate change. The organization is also providing humanitarian assistance to people in need around the world.

Guterres's report is a reminder that the UN is still essential for addressing the challenges facing the world today. The organization needs the support of member states to continue its work.