Special Coverage of the 76th General Debate
21 September – 27 September 2021
The stage is set for the general debate of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly. While the world still grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, the debate will be held in hybrid format, with some leaders participating virtually and others travelling to New York to deliver their statements in the iconic Assembly hall.
 

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Special Coverage of the 76th General Debate

An aerial view over the UN headquarters in NY shows the giant 11,000 square meters (118,000 sq ft) biodegradable ephemeral fresco "Work in Progress II".
Valentin Flauraud for Saype

UNGA76: Giant eco-friendly artwork set to inspire world leaders

18 September 2021
SDGs

A new 11,000 square metre ‘ephemeral fresco’ created by Swiss artist Saype, has set the stage at UN Headquarters in New York, to welcome world leaders for the General Assembly High Level Week. It shows two children building the world of the future using origami, highlighting the participation of young people.