UN ECOSOC President

Amar Bendjama - United Nations Economic and Social Council (UNECOSOC) President - Official X Account of UN ECOSOC

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

Honoured and privilege to assume the Presidency of @UNECOSOC. The trust and confidence placed in Algeria, and in my humble person, by the African Group and all Member States, is deeply appreciated. This trust reflects Algeria’s steadfast commitment, under the leadership and guidance of His Excellency Abdelmadjid Tebboune, President of the Republic, to multilateralism, international cooperation, and solidarity. As President of #ECOSOC, I accept this responsibility that I intend to carry resolutely throughout my tenure.

[African Union Mission to the UN @AfricanUnionUN]

Congratulations to #Algeria for assuming the Presidency of the @UN Economic and Social Council (#ECOSOC) for its 2027 Session, with Ambassador Amar Bendjama, PR of Algeria to the UN, elected by acclamation today, by the Council. This role underlines Africa’s dedication to sustainable development and addressing global challenges in line with #Agenda2063. Given that 14 African countries are members of the ECOSOC, this will help increased coordination to promote African interests. Algeria's leadership is expected to improve collaboration with member states to tackle significant global issues, enhancing the African Union's influence in important international discussions.

#SDGs #TheAfricaWeWant

[Permanent Mission of Algeria to the United Nations @AlgeriaUN]

PR of #Algeria 🇩🇿 Amb. Amar BENDJAMA unanimously elected today as President of the United Nations Economic and Social Council 🇺🇳 #ECOSOC for the 2027 session.

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

As outgoing President of #ECOSOC, Ambassador Thapa shared a hopeful vision for the future:
"Let us make @UNECOSOC : The Council of voices - where every perspective is heard.
The Council of vision - where we imagine a more sustainable and equitable future.
The Council of partnerships - where governments, communities, and stakeholders unite their strengths.
The Council of action - where commitments are transformed into results.
And above all, the Council of hope - where the world finds reassurance that multilateralism can still deliver for people and for the planet." #2030Agenda #GlobalGoals #SDGs

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

Had the pleasure of meeting today with H.E. Ms. Annalena Baerbock, President of the General Assembly (@UN_PGA) as I conclude my Presidency of @UNECOSOC. It was an honor working with her throughout the year, and I deeply appreciated our close cooperation and regular exchanges during the 80th session. We reflected on the important milestones achieved, including the successful #HLPF, and ongoing institutional processes such as the #UN80 initiative. We also reaffirmed the importance for strengthening multilateralism and accelerating implementation of the #2030Agenda and #SDGs.

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

Had a productive meeting with Ms. Tatiana Molcean, Executive Secretary of @UNECE.

We exchanged views on the outcomes of #HLPF2026, the important role of regional commissions in accelerating SDG implementation through evidence-based policymaking and regional cooperation, and opportunities to strengthen collaboration between ECOSOC and UNECE in advancing sustainable transport, energy transition, resilient infrastructure and data for sustainable development as we work toward the 2027 SDG Summit. #SDGs

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

I addressed the High-level Meeting on Global Road Safety, emphasizing that road safety is not only a transport issue, but also a development, public health, social justice and climate issue.

I stressed that transport decisions shape public health, urban development, economic opportunity, environmental sustainability and social inclusion, requiring coordinated action across sectors. Let us build transport systems that put people first and accelerate implementation of the #SDGs. #RoadSafety

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

Met today with H.E. Mr. Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, Chairman of Pakistan’s Prime Minister’s Youth Programme. We discussed the importance of investing in young people through education, skills, entrepreneurship and decent work to accelerate the #SDGs. We also highlighted the need to strengthen youth participation in decision-making and advance digital inclusion and innovation. We look forward to working together toward the SDGs Summit 2027 to accelerate implementation of the #2030Agenda.

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

Met today with H.E. Mr. Arthayudh Srisamoot, Advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand and Head of Delegation to the #HLPF Ministerial Segment. We discussed Thailand’s strong leadership on the SDGs, the value of data-driven and inclusive implementation, advancing sustainable development financing through the Sevilla Commitment, harnessing science, technology and AI for sustainable development, and maintaining momentum following the adoption of the 2026 HLPF Ministerial Declaration as we work toward an ambitious and action-oriented #SDGs Summit 2027.

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

Met today with H.E. Mrs. Sandra Paulemon, Minister of Planification and External Cooperation of #Haiti. We discussed strengthening support for Haiti through coordinated humanitarian and development efforts, advancing socio-economic recovery and stability, empowering women and youth, and supporting rehabilitation and reintegration programmes for youth associated with gangs. I welcomed Haiti’s readiness to present a Voluntary National Review at the 2027 #HLPF. I reaffirmed ECOSOC’s continued commitment to supporting Haiti’s development priorities and the #2030Agenda. #GlobalGoals #SDGs

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

I participated today in the event “Right to Development at 40: Catalysing Global Partnerships for Inclusive and Sustainable Development” at UN Headquarters. I stressed that sustainable development is not only a policy objective - it is a human right. With only 18% of the SDG targets on track and just four years remaining to achieve the #2030Agenda, we must translate global commitments into concrete action.

I stressed that the right to development must be mainstreamed across financing, trade, debt relief and development cooperation, that participation must be genuine, and that accountability must be strengthened. We must ensure that those furthest behind - including LDCs, LLDCs and SIDS - are not treated as recipients of charity, but as holders of rights the international community has pledged to uphold. #SDGs #RightToDevelopment #GlobalGoals

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

Met today with Mr. Tomas Lamanauskas, Deputy Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (@ITU). We discussed the critical role of digital cooperation, AI governance, and universal connectivity in advancing sustainable development and accelerating the #2030Agenda.

I welcomed ITU’s leadership in promoting inclusive digital transformation and global AI cooperation, and highlighted the importance of ensuring that developing countries are not only users of digital technologies but also innovators and contributors to AI governance. We also discussed bridging the digital divide, expanding affordable connectivity and digital skills, and strengthening collaboration through the ECOSOC STI Forum, the WSIS process, and the Internet Governance Forum to support practical, inclusive outcomes on the road to the 2027 SDG Summit. #GlobalGoals #SDGs

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

Pleased to meet today with H.E. Mr. Khandakar Abdul Muktadir, Minister for Commerce of Bangladesh.

I congratulated Bangladesh on the election of H.E. Mr. Khalilur Rahman as President of the 81st UN General Assembly.

We also discussed Bangladesh’s active leadership in the High-level Political Forum, ongoing UN processes, priorities of my Presidency, among others.

I look forward to working closely with Bangladesh to deliver practical outcomes at the upcoming SDG Summit and shape the sustainable development agenda beyond 2030.

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

We concluded today the 2026 ECOSOC High-level Segment with the adoption of the Ministerial Declaration of the High-level Segment of the 2026 session of ECOSOC with consensus, reaffirming our shared commitment to advancing the #2030Agenda.

The Ministerial Declaration reminds us that even in difficult times, dialogue can build consensus, and multilateral cooperation remains our strongest instrument for advancing sustainable development.

Over the past days, we have heard a clear call for action: to translate the Sevilla Commitment into investment for sustainable development; to harness science, technology and innovation—particularly digital transformation—in ways that are inclusive and bridge, rather than deepen, inequalities; to strengthen resilience through sustainable infrastructure, clean energy and climate action; and to empower cities, local communities and young people as partners in delivering the #SDGs. #GlobalGoals

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

The 2026 of #ECOSOC High-Level Segment continues today, bringing together leaders to advance concrete action, strengthen partnerships, and accelerate #SDG implementation on the road to 2030. Discussions will also help shape the vision of the 2027 #SDGs Summit, building momentum for an action-oriented and impactful Summit. #GlobalGoals #SDGs #2030Agenda 📺https://t.co/WQPEIWlf3N

[UN ECOSOC President @UNECOSOC]

I participated in the high-level roundtable on financing resilient agrifood systems. I emphasized that we cannot continue moving from one crisis to the next. Instead, we must invest in systems that are sustainable, resilient, and capable of delivering food security regardless of geopolitical circumstances. I also underscored that agrifood transformation must be integrated across agriculture, trade, climate, social protection, and employment policies to maximize development impact. The task now is to turn dialogue into delivery - and commitments into investment. #SDG2 #GlobalGoals #2030Agenda