Guterres warns of ‘powerful forces’ undermining ‘global cooperation’

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Mark TownsendJanuary 17, 2026 at 08:00 AM

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UN Secretary-General António Guterres is set to warn of "powerful forces" undermining global cooperation at an event marking the 80th anniversary of the UN's first major meeting in London. He will advocate for multilateralism and international law amid rising global uncertainty, citing threats like the climate crisis and dangers in cyberspace. Guterres highlights increasing global military spending alongside ignored climate concerns and online content undermining democracy. His comments come during a period of chronic funding difficulties for the UN, exacerbated by reduced US contributions and withdrawals from UN agencies under the Trump administration. Guterres maintains that reforms will ensure the UN is more agile and coordinated despite these challenges.

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UK 50% US State Department 50% London ×260% United States ×470% Donald Trump ×280% António Guterres ×390% UN ×8100%

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global cooperation 90% united nations 80% multilateralism 70% climate crisis 60% international law 60% funding cuts 50% global military spending 50% arms race 50% global uncertainty 40% disarmament 40%