The high-level meetings and debates of the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) open today at the UN Headquarters in New York, United States. About 300 heads of state and government, vice presidents, ministers, and at least one crown prince are expected to attend. The event began on September 8 with various forums involving institutions, the private sector, and civil society organizations. This session is taking place against a background of increased global tensions and uncertainties, including wars in Gaza, Ukraine, the Middle East, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Sudan, as well as concerns over artificial intelligence and the future of humanity.
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