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flag UN chief warns of failing global cooperation, urging reform amid rising inequality and geopolitical rifts.

flag UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres delivered his final address to the General Assembly, warning that global cooperation is collapsing due to geopolitical divisions, violations of international law, and deep cuts to humanitarian aid. flag He criticized the paralysis of the Security Council, the erosion of multilateralism, and growing inequality, with the world’s richest 1% now controlling 43% of global financial assets. flag Guterres called for urgent reforms to UN institutions to reflect today’s economic realities, stressing the need for equitable representation and collective action on climate change, conflict, and AI risks.

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