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Highlighting the continuing challenges facing the world, Dr Jaishankar noted that energy and food security have been the first casualties of conflict and disruption, particularly since 2022.
External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar began his address at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) with a warm greeting to the global community. “Namaskar from the people of Bharat. We are gathered here, eight decades since the founding of this unique body. The UN Charter calls on us not just to prevent war, but to build peace. Not just to defend rights, but to uphold the dignity of every human being,” he said, underlining India’s enduring commitment to multilateralism and global cooperation.
Highlighting the continuing challenges facing the world, Dr Jaishankar noted that energy and food security have been the first casualties of conflict and disruption, particularly since 2022.
He also reflected on the evolving role of the United Nations since its inception. “Forces unleashed by history since the founding of the UN propelled this body forward. As decolonisation advanced, the world began to return to its natural diversity. The membership of the United Nations quadrupled and the organisation’s role and remit grew significantly. In the era of globalisation, its agenda evolved even further. Development goals took centre stage even as climate change emerged as a shared priority. Trade acquired greater prominence while food and health access were recognised as essential to global well-being,” Dr Jaishankar said, tracing the UN’s expanding mandate over eight decades.
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