Ahead of G20 Summit in Brazil, Guterres Urges Bloc to Take the Lead on Peace, Climate and Other Challenges
November 17, 2024
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called on the G20 bloc to take the lead in addressing global challenges, including peace, climate change, and the COVID-19 pandemic, ahead of the upcoming G20 Summit in Brazil.
Speaking at a press conference in New York, Guterres said, “The G20 is a unique platform for global cooperation and action. I urge its members to seize this opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people around the world.”
The G20 Summit, which will be held in Rio de Janeiro from November 25-27, will bring together leaders from the world’s 20 largest economies, as well as representatives from international organizations such as the United Nations and the World Bank.
Guterres highlighted the need for the G20 to act on the climate crisis, saying that the world is “facing a climate emergency that threatens our planet and our future.” He called on the bloc to accelerate the transition to a clean energy economy and to provide financial assistance to developing countries that are facing the impacts of climate change.
He also emphasized the importance of peace and security, saying that the G20 must play a leading role in promoting dialogue and cooperation to prevent and resolve conflicts around the world. He called on the bloc to support efforts to end the war in Ukraine and to address other pressing conflicts.
The COVID-19 pandemic was also on Guterres’ agenda. He urged the G20 to ensure equitable access to vaccines and treatments for all, and to support the recovery of the global economy. He also called for international cooperation to strengthen health systems and prevent future pandemics.
Other issues that Guterres discussed included the need for global action on inequality, poverty, and food insecurity. He called on the G20 to commit to a more inclusive and sustainable future for all.
The G20 Summit is widely seen as a critical opportunity for the international community to address pressing global challenges. Guterres’ remarks have set the tone for the summit, and it remains to be seen whether the bloc will rise to the occasion and take the lead on the issues that matter most to people around the world.
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