President Joe Biden delivered his final address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (September 24), reflecting on the global challenges faced during his term and emphasizing the need for international cooperation. The speech, delivered in New York City, came amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East, Ukraine, and Sudan.
In his address, Biden drew on his long career in public service to stress that progress is possible, even in the face of global crises. “Our task, our test, is to make sure that the forces holding us together are stronger than those that are pulling us apart,” Biden said. “I truly believe we’re in another inflection point of world history. For the choices we make today will determine our future for decades to come.”
Biden addressed the ongoing wars in Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan, calling for cease-fires and international cooperation to resolve these conflicts. He warned that the world “cannot look away” from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and described the “bloody civil war” in Sudan as one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises.
The President also used his speech to address the climate crisis, the need to strengthen systems for providing humanitarian assistance, and the implications of new technologies such as artificial intelligence. He warned of the profound risks that come with technological advancements while also acknowledging their potential to usher in unprecedented scientific progress.
Biden’s speech served as a farewell of sorts, as he will not be seeking another term. He emphasized that his decision to step down was a lesson for the world’s leaders, stating, “Some things are more important than staying in power.”
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