The world faces the highest number of violent conflicts since 1945. Today, one quarter of humanity lives in conflict-affected areas. In this challenging context, prevention is more vital than ever. The Secretary-General’s action report, “Our Common Agenda”, proposes a New Agenda for Peace, with conflict prevention at its core.
International Geneva plays an important role in the area of preventive diplomacy and mediation. The unique tradition and spirit of Geneva make the city a venue of choice for mediators who work to prevent or end violent conflicts. UN Geneva, with its skilled staff and state-of-the-art facilities, hosts and supports several peace processes and high-level political discussions, including:
- The Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia, co-chaired by the European Union, the UN, and the OSCE
- Informal 5+1 meetings on Cyprus
“Our Common Agenda” also underlines the critical importance of establishing inclusive, multistakeholder partnerships to build a more peaceful and sustainable world. The strong partnership between the United Nations, regional organizations, non-governmental organizations, think tanks and many other actors has made additional specialized resources available in support of the ongoing work for peace.
UN Geneva also co-organizes outreach events dedicated to peace and conflict resolution on an annual basis, such as the Geneva Peace Forum and Geneva Peace Talks. Additionally, it hosts various discussions to support Member States’ efforts for peace and development.
