UN General Assembly President Addresses War, Vetoes, and UN Reform

UN General Assembly President Voices Concerns

As global crises multiply and trust in international institutions wanes, the United Nations faces increasing scrutiny regarding its relevance and authority. Thirty years after promises to end hunger and reduce inequalities, progress has stagnated, wars are escalating, and vetoes from the UN Security Council paralyze action.

In an interview with "Talk to Al Jazeera", UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock reflects on the credibility of the UN, the limitations of the Security Council, and the potential for a more assertive General Assembly to spearhead reforms ahead of the 2030 deadline for Sustainable Development Goals.