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UNGA to Adopt Durban Declaration 25-Year Political Statement

By Drooid · Sep 28, 2026, 8:03 PM UTC · How we work

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The United Nations General Assembly will hold a high-level meeting marking the Durban Declaration’s 25th anniversary.
UN officials expect a political declaration to be adopted on Monday.
The agenda includes an interactive panel on youth leadership from marginalized racial and ethnic groups.
UNGA President Khalilur Rahman, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and High Commissioner Volker Turk will give opening statements.

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The United Nations General Assembly will hold a high-level meeting marking the Durban Declaration’s 25th anniversary.
UN officials expect a political declaration to be adopted on Monday.
The agenda includes an interactive panel on youth leadership from marginalized racial and ethnic groups.
UNGA President Khalilur Rahman, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and High Commissioner Volker Turk will give opening statements.