#multilateralism

#multilateralism

Such is the gravitational pull cast by Donald Trump and the US economy that the politics of the other 192 countries that make up the United Nations are rapidly being reduced to one long discussion about how to relate to, and challenge this ever darker and weirder presidency. Before Trump's extraordinary 58 minute speech on the supposed threats posed by open borders, sharia law, the UN's failings and the climate hoax,

The task before the Brazilian presidency goes beyond even the most challenging moments in the 30-year history of the UN climate process. This year's summit in Belem will not only test the durability of the Paris Agreement, now a decade oldit will test whether the world can still come together to confront global threats at a time of fracture and distrust.

For decades after the end of World War II, the phrase "liberal international order" was often associated with a few things: globalization, multilateralism, and a rules-based global system anchored by U.S. leadership.

Governments have yet to rise to the moment. They remain disconnected from global concerns and the pressing need for courageous leadership to protect the deep ocean.

This means, and our data clearly shows this, that we need to make every dollar count. We've got to make sure that the money really hits the ground in the most effective way possible and that we leverage it as much as possible to draw in additional private resources.

Despite global trends of declining aid, Spain is increasing its support for the global south, committing to ambitious development goals for 2030.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasized the need for nations to transition from exploiting ocean resources to protective measures, urging bold commitments for sustainability by 2030.