This marks Mohamad’s first appearance at the UNGA since assuming his role in December 2023, representing Malaysia at the 79th session which runs until September 30.
The two-day SOTF, held on September 22-23, aims to build new consensus on how the international system can better meet the needs of the current as well as the future generations.
On the same development, Malaysia also called for a Green Development Pact to bridge the scientific and technological divide between the Global North and South.
Mohamad said that climate financing and development assistance are crucial to closing this gap.
“The Global North should not leave the Global South behind,” he added, noting that advocating for multilateralism driven by science, technology and innovation is vital to tackling the world’s most pressing issues.
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