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UN Chief Calls for Prioritizing People and Planet in 2026

Published December 29, 2025, 19:15
UN Chief Calls for Prioritizing People and Planet in 2026

The UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has called on global leaders to prioritize people and the planet in 2026, warning of a world plunged into chaos. In his New Year's message, he highlighted divisions, violence, climate change and violations of international law as major challenges. Guterres condemned the unequal distribution of global resources, noting that military spending has increased by 10% to reach $2.7 trillion, while development aid remains at low levels. This imbalance, according to the Secretary-General, makes the world more unstable and dangerous. He called on leaders to take responsibility and revise their priorities, emphasizing the fight against poverty and the promotion of peace. He stressed that peace must prevail and that investing in human well-being is essential for a safe and sustainable future. Guterres' message comes shortly before the end of his term, and is a final call for action and a change of course at the global level.