UN Chief to World Leaders: Turn The Tide And Invest In Peace
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called on world leaders and citizens to invest more in peace, emphasizing that achieving peace is a shared choice.
In his message for International Day of Peace (21 September 2026), he highlighted the need for diplomacy, dialogue, mediation, and peacekeeping operations to prevent and resolve conflicts. He noted that while the world faces rising conflicts causing immense suffering, peace – a vital resource for human development remains elusive in many regions due to increasing complexity.
As world leaders gather at UN Headquarters during the High-Level Week, the UN chief stressed the importance of strengthening these essential means of conflict resolution.
Key Takeaways:
- Invest in peace is this year’s International Day of Peace theme, reflecting the UN's founding principles.
- World leaders are urged to prioritize diplomacy, dialogue, mediation, and peacekeeping.
- Global conflicts require collective investment in peaceful solutions for a better future.