At the 80th UN General Assembly, the fracture between Israel, the US and the international community over recognition of Palestine is highlighted, with the US, according to the UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza persists, and the two-state solution is debated despite Israeli resistance and US support.
Global greenhouse gas emissions will exceed 60 gigatons (GT) of CO2eq by 2025, projecting an increase to 67.2 GT by 2050, which could cause a temperature increase above 2 °C. Despite this, many countries are improving their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) to reduce emissions, highlighting significant improvements in sectors such as transportation, industry, and energy. Some leading countries, such as the EU and Brazil, are committed to reducing emissions, while emerging countries like China and India are increasing theirs…
Kenya seeks to be a reference in local and inclusive artificial intelligence (AI), investing in infrastructure, human capabilities and innovation to overcome the rural-urban gap and reduce dependence on foreign systems.
During the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Brookings experts highlight key topics, including the U.S. leadership crisis, Trump’s ban on Palestinian leadership at the UNGA, and agile global governance of AI. Emphasis is placed on defending human rights, labor mobility, and climate change without involving the world’s largest economy.
Climate risks to global supply chains are increasing due to more intense and frequent extreme weather events, affecting the global economy. It is vital to understand their past impact and prepare for future shocks.
