The 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly begins today in New York, bringing together leaders from around the world, including leaders from the European Union and the Western Balkans. Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama will also be in attendance.
The focus of this meeting will be on the most pressing crises and conflicts facing the world, particularly the wars in Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan. According to a statement from the European Commission, the UN session in New York will be attended by a high-level delegation from the European Union, including Josep Borrell and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen.
“The EU’s focus will be on addressing conflicts and crises globally. Against a grim backdrop of human-made and natural crises, the EU and its member states will concentrate on five main priorities: reaffirming the foundations of a rules-based international order; supporting peace and international security; advancing sustainable development and financing for development; addressing the triple planetary crisis; and fostering trust through a more effective multilateral system,” the European Commission’s statement highlights.
Additionally, a meeting is scheduled for today between the EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, and six leaders from the Western Balkans.
