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Chinese was established as an official language of the United Nations in 1946. However, in early years, Chinese was not commonly used in the work of the United Nations. The situation was improved after restoration of the lawful rights of the People's Republic of China in the United Nations in 1971.

The United Nations General Assembly adopts resolution A/RES/58/234 designating 7 April as the International Day of Reflection on the Genocide in Rwanda and encourages "all Member States, organizations of the United Nations system and other relevant international organizations, as well as civil society organizations, to observe the International Day, including special observances and activities in memory of the victims of the genocide in Rwanda.

The event serves as a platform to underscore the critical importance of collective action in driving forward zero-waste initiatives.

Join us on Wednesday, March 20th, for an inspiring discussion hosted by UNEP

Alive and kicking: Environmental multilateralism is a beacon of hope but is it delivering fast enough?

30-45 minute press conference with the UNEP Executive Director, UNEA President and others with accredited international media (TBC) to brief media on outcomes of UNEA-6.

Statements may be delivered by representatives of Member States speaking on behalf of a group of States or speaking in their national capacity, and time permitting, by members of the specialized agencies, the specialized agencies, the United Nations bodies, accredited intergovernmental organizations and the regional economic integration organizations as well as accredited non-governmental organizations and the major groups and stakeholders.

Press event for the launch of the Global Resources Outlook 2024 at the 6th United Nations Environment Programme Assembly (UNEA-6)

Closing Plenary meeting of the sixth session of the Environment Assembly

Show me the money: Can the global financial system really tackle climate change, nature loss and pollution?

High-level segment opening plenary and National Statements

Statements may be delivered by representatives of Member States speaking on behalf of a group of States or speaking in their national capacity, and time permitting, by members of the specialized agencies, the specialized agencies, the United Nations bodies, accredited intergovernmental organizations and the regional economic integration organizations as well as accredited non-governmental organizations and the major groups and stakeholders.