The 193 members of the United Nations reached agreement on a declaration to commemorate this year's 75th anniversary of the world organization, recalling the UN's successes and failure and vowing to build a post-pandemic world that is more equal, works together, and protects the planet.
General Assembly President Tijjani Muhammad-Bande announced the agreement Tuesday in a letter to UN members. He said the declaration will be adopted by world leaders at the official anniversary commemoration on Sept. 21, which will be virtual because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Touting the UN's accomplishments, its member nations said "even in times of great global challenges and tension, our organization has catalyzed decolonization, promoted freedom, shaped norms for international development, and worked to eradicate disease." Over the decades, the nations said more than 1 million men and women have served in over 70 UN peacekeeping operations around the world.
"Multilateralism is not an option but a necessity as we build back better for a more equal, more resilient, and more sustainable world," the declaration says. "The United Nations must be at the centre of our efforts."
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