Better Together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights

The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

The 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly – under the theme Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights – comes at a pivotal moment to renew global commitment to multilateralism, solidarity and shared action for people and planet. This year’s high-level week highlights the urgency of delivering on the promise of the Sustainable Development Goals and reinvigorating global cooperation. 

Two key platforms will spotlight action and solutions: the flagship SDG Media Zone produced by the UN Department of Global Communications with dynamic interviews and panel discussions on SDG solutions held from 22–26 September;  and the Goals Lounge, convened by the UN Deputy Secretary-General and hosted by the UN Office for Partnerships from 20-26 September, featuring unscripted dialogues, deep dives into vital issues and interactive experiences. All events are live streamed on UN WebTV. 

The debate of the 80th session will open on Tuesday, 23 September, continue through Saturday, 27 September, and conclude on Monday, 29 September 2025. Learn more about the General Debate in the FAQ.

Key Events

• 80th Anniversary of the United Nations
• SDG Moment
• 30th Anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women
• General Debate
• Climate Summit
• Summit for a Sustainable, Inclusive and Resilient Global Economy
• Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health and Well-being
• 30th Anniversary of the World Programme of Action for Youth
• International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons
• Situation of Rohingya Muslims and Other Minorities in Myanmar

Information for delegations: Arrangements for the high-level meetings and the general debate of the 80th session of the General Assembly (A/INF/80/4)