We’re in this together, Earth’s leaders told each other at the UN. But how does that work, exactly?

At the United Nations General Assembly, world leaders gathered to discuss urgent global issues, with a focus on restoring trust in the organization. They expressed concern over the effectiveness of the U.N. and questioned its relevance. The concept of multilateralism, which advocates cooperation and shared power to solve problems that transcend borders, was a key theme.

However, its application faced challenges due to the differing concerns of nations with varying levels of power and sovereignty. Despite these obstacles, many leaders emphasized the necessity of multilateralism in addressing global issues such as climate change, artificial intelligence, and pandemics. The theme of the meeting was "restoring trust," reflecting the urgency to address these challenges and find ways to work together.