The United Nations General Assembly on Friday adopted by consensus a resolution supporting Secretary-General António Guterres' "UN 80" initiative, designed to strengthen and streamline the UN system through comprehensive reforms.

Key Provisions of the Resolution:

• Unanimous Adoption: Approved without vote by the 193-member Assembly

• Reform Priorities:

  1. Enhancing operational efficiency

  2. Assessing member states' implementation of core mandates

  3. Exploring structural reforms across the UN system

• Implementation Call: Urges all UN entities and specialized agencies to align their reform efforts accordingly

Critical Elements Emphasized:
✔ Member states' central role in ensuring inclusive, transparent reforms
✔ Need for clearly defined objectives and evidence-based approaches
✔ Focus on eliminating duplication while enhancing UN impact, responsiveness and resilience

Background:
Launched in March 2023, the "UN 80" initiative (named for the organization's 80th anniversary in 2025) represents Guterres' most ambitious reform package to date, seeking to modernize the UN for contemporary global challenges.

Next Steps:
The Assembly expressed anticipation for receiving the Secretary-General's detailed proposals, particularly regarding:

• Operational efficiency benchmarks

• Mandate implementation review mechanisms

• Proposed structural adjustments