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#OceanDecade UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development
The UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (UNDOS) is a United Nations Decade that runs from 2021 to 2030, with a vision of "the science we need for the ocean we want".
Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021-2030
In September 2020, the UN General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/74/299 "Improving global road safety", proclaiming the Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021-2030, with the ambitious target of preventing at least 50% of road traffic deaths and injuries by 2030.
Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment – fifth session
In March 2022, at the resumed fifth session of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-5.2), a historic resolution was adopted to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment.
Joint call by the United Nations Secretary-General and the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross for States to establish new prohibitions and restrictions on Autonomous Weapon Systems
In a joint appeal, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, and the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mirjana Spoljaric, are calling on political leaders to urgently establish new international rules on autonomous weapon systems, to protect humanity.
Second International Decade for People of African Descent
The Second International Decade for People of African Descent is a global effort to advance human rights, equality and opportunity for people of African descent around the world.
United Nations 80th anniversary
In 2025, the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, celebrating eight decades of promoting peace, human rights, social progress, and sustainable development worldwide; the theme of the celebration 'Building Our Future Together' underscores the Organization’s evolution, its continued relevance, and its mission to address today’s global challenges.
Seventh session of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7)
The seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) will take place from 8 to 12 December 2025 at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.
Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime / Herdenkingsdag voor Slachtoffers van Genocide 2025
In September 2015, the United Nations General Assembly established 9 December as the International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime.