The global community is currently facing unprecedented challenges such as poverty, violence, biodiversity loss, climate change, health crises, and developmental issues.
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka shared these insights during the Forum Leaders Dialogue at the Tonga High School Indoor Stadium alongside the UN Secretary General.
He emphasized that the diverse and pressing threats facing the world today highlight the ongoing changes we are experiencing. Rabuka underscored that collective action remains the only effective solution to these issues.
He also stressed the importance of strong international cooperation, diplomacy, and a commitment to upholding the ideals of the United Nations.
UN Secretary General António Guterres reaffirmed the UN’s commitment to the Pacific Islands, stating, “You can be assured that every member of the UN staff working in your countries will be dedicated to community-based and people-centered solutions.”