United Nations General Assembly

FP’s guide to UNGA 80

Morgan Ortagus, a woman in her 40s wearing an orange suit jacket, raises her right hand while voting. Other officials and aides sit beside her at a long desk.
Morgan Ortagus, a woman in her 40s wearing an orange suit jacket, raises her right hand while voting. Other officials and aides sit beside her at a long desk.

America’s Infuriating and Irreplaceable Role at the U.N.

Trump (probably) won’t leave the international body—he will just continue to make its life difficult.

U.S. President Donald Trump addresses the United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters on Sept. 24, 2019.
U.S. President Donald Trump addresses the United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters on Sept. 24, 2019.

The U.N.’s Magical Thinking About Trump’s Return

Some officials say the president-elect speaks differently about the institution behind closed doors.

Guterres is shown at a podium.
Guterres is shown at a podium.

It’s Not Too Late to Fix the U.N.

The organization’s current cash crunch is a historic opportunity for reform. This article has an audio recording

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Situation Report at UNGA

Reporters John Haltiwanger and Rishi Iyengar will be on the ground, providing an inside look at one of the most consequential gatherings of the year. Enjoy daily editions Sept. 22-26.

FP at UNGA: From FP Events

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