Learn Vocabulary Through Stories - Chapter 21: UN General Assembly Session

The assembly session of the 79th United Nations General Assembly began in New York on September 10, 2024. During the session, important issues such as conflict resolution, sustainable development goals, and challenges faced by developing countries were discussed in deliberations.

Bangladesh's interim government's chief advisor led a 7-member delegation. His first visit to the United Nations is considered an important diplomatic milestone for Bangladesh.

The UN's resident coordinator welcomed the celebration of Bangladesh's 50 years of membership and the advisor's participation. High-level general debates were held from September 24-30, where world leaders exchanged views on global peace, governance, and sustainable development.

Additionally, the Summit of the Future was held on September 22-23, which provided important strategic insights for addressing global challenges.

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Word Meaning Example Sentence Synonyms Antonyms
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assembly session
/əˈsem.bli ˈseʃ.ən/
noun
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A formal meeting where representatives gather to discuss and make decisions on important matters.
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The assembly session discussed global challenges.

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meeting, gathering
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disbanding, separation
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conflict resolution
/ˈkɒn.flɪkt ˌrez.əˈluː.ʃən/
noun
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The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.
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Conflict resolution is vital for global peace.

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dispute settlement, mediation
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escalation, disruption
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goals
/ɡəʊlz/
noun
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Objectives or targets that someone aims to achieve.
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Achieving development goals requires cooperation.

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objectives, targets
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aimlessness, confusion
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deliberations
/dɪˌlɪb.əˈreɪ.ʃənz/
noun
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Careful consideration and discussion before making decisions.
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Deliberations on sustainability continued for hours.

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discussions, debates
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silence, neglect
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delegation
/ˌdel.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
noun
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A group of people chosen to represent others in negotiations or discussions.
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The delegation presented their country's agenda.

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representation, deputation
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individual, isolation
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diplomatic milestone
/ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk ˈmaɪl.stəʊn/
noun
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A significant achievement or important event in diplomatic relations.
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Hosting the summit was a diplomatic milestone.

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significant achievement, landmark
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failure, setback
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resident coordinator
/ˈrez.ɪ.dənt ˈkəʊ.ɔː.dɪ.neɪ.tər/
noun
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A local administrator or official who coordinates activities in a specific region.
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The resident coordinator welcomed all representatives.

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local administrator
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visitor, outsider
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membership
/ˈmem.bə.ʃɪp/
noun
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The state of belonging to or being part of an organization or group.
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The country's membership in the organization marked 50 years.

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affiliation, association
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expulsion, rejection
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debates
/dɪˈbeɪts/
noun
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Formal discussions where different viewpoints are presented and argued.
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Debates on governance lasted throughout the session.

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discussions, arguments
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agreement, silence
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global peace
/ˈɡləʊ.bəl piːs/
noun
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Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.
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Global peace requires collective efforts.

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worldwide harmony
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war, conflict
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governance
/ˈɡʌv.ən.əns/
noun
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The action or manner of governing and controlling a state or organization.
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Effective governance ensures sustainable development.

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administration, leadership
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disorder, mismanagement
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Summit of the Future
/ˈsʌm.ɪt əv ðə ˈfjuː.tʃər/
noun
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A high-level conference focused on addressing future challenges and opportunities.
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The Summit of the Future addressed global challenges.

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future-oriented conference
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past discussions
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strategic insights
/strəˈtiː.dʒɪk ˈɪn.saɪts/
noun
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Deep understanding and wisdom gained through careful analysis for planning purposes.
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Strategic insights guide policymaking.

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tactical understanding, planning
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neglect, oversight
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