On September 18, 2026, Algerian Ambassador to the United Nations, Ammar Benjamme, emphasized the need for collective action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Speaking at a high-level event, "A Moment for the SDGs," at the UN headquarters in New York, Benjamme stressed that the remaining four years until 2030 are crucial and present both challenges and opportunities. He highlighted that progress is possible when ambitions are matched with concrete actions and partnerships yield tangible results.
Benjamme reiterated that the SDGs remain a shared roadmap for global development, but achieving them requires stronger collective efforts, renewed commitment to multilateral cooperation, and translating political will into concrete actions and outcomes. He cited the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development, which has received over 400 voluntary national reports since its inception over a decade ago. These reports provide a platform for countries to share experiences, challenges, and priorities.
Algeria recently presented its second voluntary national report on July 15, 2026, during the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development. Benjamme noted that such reports are not mere formalities but opportunities to share visions, progress, and challenges. They also serve as tools for enhancing ownership, accountability, and learning among nations. The reports help bridge the gap between local realities and global actions.
The Algerian Ambassador to the UN called for aligning commitments with actions, improving consistency within the UN system, mobilizing financing, technology, and partnerships to maintain momentum toward achieving the 2030 Agenda. He emphasized that the next phase requires concrete steps to translate commitments into tangible results. Benjamme's remarks underscored the importance of collective action and cooperation to overcome the challenges ahead.
In his address, Benjamme also highlighted the significance of the UN's Economic and Social Council, where he currently holds a leadership position. The council plays a vital role in promoting sustainable development and coordinating international efforts to achieve the SDGs. Benjamme's call for action resonated with the global community, emphasizing the need for cooperation and collective responsibility.
The Sustainable Development Goals are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all by 2030. Achieving these goals requires the cooperation of governments, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector. Benjamme's statement reflected Algeria's commitment to the SDGs and its role in promoting global cooperation.
As the international community moves forward, Benjamme's message serves as a reminder of the need for sustained efforts and cooperation to achieve the SDGs. The Algerian Ambassador to the UN has emphasized that the goals are within reach if countries work together, leveraging their strengths and resources to create a more sustainable and equitable world.
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- Algerian Ambassador to the UN, Ammar Benjamme, calls for stronger collective efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
