UN General Assembly president on war, vetoes and UN reform

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 4, 2026 at 03:49 PM

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In a January 4, 2026, interview with Al Jazeera, UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock discussed the United Nations' declining credibility amid multiplying global crises and eroding trust in international institutions. She addressed concerns about stalled progress on ending hunger and reducing inequality, particularly with the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals deadline approaching. Baerbock focused on the limitations of the UN Security Council, specifically the impact of vetoes on paralysing action. The discussion explored whether a more assertive UN General Assembly could drive necessary reforms within the UN system. The interview aimed to examine the UN's relevance and authority in the face of spreading wars and global challenges.

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un general assembly 90% un reform 80% un security council 70% international institutions 70% vetoes 70% sustainable development goals 60% global crises 60% wars 50% annalena baerbock 50%

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