Economic and Social Council

Commemoration of ECOSOC at 80 | #ECOSOC80: A Turning…

Commemoration of ECOSOC at 80 | #ECOSOC80: A Turning Point for Multilateralism

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Meetings & Events / Economic and Social Council / Substantive Sessions / 2026 Session
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03:18:07
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DEPARTMENT OF GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS - DGC
Subject Topical
80TH ANNIVERSARY
Corporate Name
ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COUNCIL - ECOSOC
Summary
The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), established by the Charter of the United Nations in 1945, will mark its 80th anniversary on 23 January 2026, coinciding with the first meeting of the Council held on that date in 1946.
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The commemoration of ECOSOC at 80 will aim to:

  • Highlight ECOSOC's contributions and legacy to sustainable development and global governance over the past eight decades.
  • Reaffirm Member States' commitment to strengthening multilateralism and solidarity.
  • Celebrate ECOSOC as a forum for inclusive engagement.
  • Provide a platform for reflection on the role of ECOSOC in addressing current challenges, including inequality, climate change, financing for development, and the SDGs.
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ECOSOC at 80: Commemoration Event webpage

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