Five major results achieved by the UN in recent years

World leaders are gathering in New York for the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. Against the backdrop of wars, mass displacement, climate pressures and geopolitical fragmentation, the organization’s work is again under discussion.

Although the UN is often judged by the conflicts it has failed to prevent, it has achieved concrete results in various areas in recent years. The session opened on September 8, while the annual general debate began on September 22.

Global response to the pandemic

The UN system played an important role in coordinating the international response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The World Health Organization provided health recommendations and international coordination, while the United Nations Children’s Fund (

These efforts highlighted the importance of multilateral cooperation in responding to global health emergencies. The pandemic also accelerated coordination among international institutions on vaccine access, public-health guidance and humanitarian support.