The theme for the 74th session was "Effective responses to global crises: strengthening multilateralism and dialogue among civilizations for international peace, security and development.

"[1] On 4 June 2019, Nigerian diplomat and politician Tijjani Muhammad-Bande was elected by acclamation to the position of President of the General Assembly.

Paramount among them was the need to meet the Sustainable Development Goals, with particular attention being paid to peace and security, poverty eradication, zero hunger, quality education and climate action.

He also pledged to focus on the promotion of human rights, as well as the empowerment of women and youth and gender parity in the United Nations system.

Speakers will be put on the list in the order of their request, with special consideration for ministers and other government officials of similar or higher rank.