Overview of the 79th Session of the UNGA held from September 10 to 30, 2024.

International | Dated: 08 Oct 2024

The 79th UN General Assembly session occurred from September 10-30, 2024, addressing global issues like climate change and sustainable development.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Philemon Yang, the former Prime Minister of Cameroon, served as the President of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly.
  • - Three agreements—the Pact for the Future, the Global Digital Compact, and the Declaration on Future Generations—were adopted during the summit.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The 79th session of UNGA commenced on 10th September 2024.
  • (ii) The general debate of UNGA 79 took place from September 24 to 28, 2024, under the theme "Leaving no one behind: acting together for the advancement of peace, sustainable development, and human dignity for present and future generations."
  • (iii) The debate closed on 30th September 2024.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which Session of the UNGA held recently from September 10 to 30, 2024?

Correct Answer: 79th

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About UNGA,

  • President: Philémon Yang
  • Headquarters: New York, USA