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Investing in Peace: Rethinking Global Security…

Investing in Peace: Rethinking Global Security in an Era of Rising Military Spending - SDG Media Zone, 80th Session of the UN General Assembly

Categories
Meetings & Events / Side Events / UNGA80 SDG Media Zone
Production Date
Video Length
00:22:13
Asset Language
English
Broadcasting UN Entity
DEPARTMENT OF GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS - DGC
Subject Topical
PEACE
INTERNATIONAL SECURITY
PEACE AND SECURITY
MILITARY ACTIVITY
Summary
Global military spending is rising significantly across all regions, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions, conflicts and perceived security threats. The Secretary-General's new report, as requested by UN Member States in the 2024 Pact for the Future, examines the difficult trade-offs presented by the increasing global military spending, making a powerful case for investing in peace and in people's futures.
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Description
Speakers:

  • Izumi Nakamitsu, UN Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs

  • Haoliang Xu, Acting Administrator, UN Development Programme  

Moderator:

  • Toshiyuki Inaba, New York Correspondent, Kyodo News

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