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3 minutes to understand how the future of AI governance is taking shape
On the occasion of the Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva, the latest episode of 3 Minutes looks at how artificial intelligence is already transforming our world from healthcare and education to research and access to information.As the technology advances rapidly, international cooperation needs to keep pace.
UN Geneva Press Briefing: HRC, UNDP, UNHCR, UNCTAD, UNECE - 30.06.26
🎥 UNDP on the socio-economic assessment of the Ebola crisis 🎥 UNHCR, WHO on humanitarian response to earthquakes in Venezuela🎥 New edition of UNCTAD's Hormuz Monitor🎥 UNECE on the impact of climate change on transport infrastructure🎥 OHCHR:Human Rights Council Update
UN Geneva Press Briefing: IOM, IFRC, OCHA, UNHCR, WHO, OHCHR, WMO, WFP, ITU - 26.06.26
🎥OCHA, UNHCR, IFRC, WMO and IOM: Response after the earthquakes in Venezuela.🎥WHO Update on health implications of earthquakes in Venezuela.🎥WFP's scaled up operations in support of the Ebola outbreak response, and critical importance of stabilizing livelihoods amidst persistent conflict, access challenges, and displacement.
Special Address on the Global Response to the Climate and Energy Crises by the UN Secretary-General - 23.06.26
António Guterres draws on the latest scientific evidence to show how the worsening climate crisis and growing energy insecurity are rooted in continued fossil fuels dependence.
Happening at UN Geneva
62nd Session of Human Rights Council
The Human Rights Council is an intergovernmental body within the United Nations system made up of 47 States responsible for the promotion and protection of all human rights around the globe.
It has the ability to discuss all thematic human rights issues and situations that require its attention throughout the year. It meets at the United Nations Office at Geneva.
UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance
No country can address the opportunities and challenges of AI alone. For the first time, states and stakeholders are coming together at the same table for the inaugural Global Dialogue on AI Governance - to have the meaningful conversation on AI the world needs.
Mandated by the General Assembly, the AI Dialogue aims to ensure that AI governance reflects the priorities of all nations, not just the most technologically advanced.
It meets at the Palexpo Convention Centre. Watch live webcast 🎥: webtv.un.org
World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum 2026
The WSIS Forum is a global event that brings people together to shape the future of digital technologies and its impact on society and development. It provides a space where governments, the private sector, civil society, academia, the youth, and international organizations can meet, share ideas, and work together on digital challenges and opportunities.
The Forum was created as part of a United Nations process to promote a more inclusive and people-centered digital world. It plays an important role in supporting international cooperation on digital issues such as connectivity, innovation, and digital inclusion.
Each year, the Forum is organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), in partnership with UNESCO, UNDP, and UNCTAD, along with many other United Nations organizations. It is co-hosted by ITU and Switzerland.
The WSIS Forum starts at ITU Headquarters on 6-7 July and then moves to Palexpo Convention Centre for 8-10 July. Watch live webcast 🎥: webtv.un.org
AI For Good Global Summit
AI for Good Global Summit—the leading AI event— returns to Geneva !
Don’t miss high-level talks on AI regulations, best practices, and the future of AI governance. Thousands leaders, innovators and changemakers from 170 countries gather to shape the future of artificial intellingence.
It takes place at Palexpo Convention Centre.
