[1] Most states had a representative speak about issues concerning their country and the hopes for the coming year regarding the actions of the General Assembly.

The general debate serves as an opportunity for Member States to declare which international issues are most pressing to them.

[10] The theme for the session's debate was chosen by President Miroslav Lajcak as "Focusing on People: Striving for Peace and a Decent Life for All on a Sustainable Planet.

[12] United Nations General Assembly Resolution ES-10/L.22 passed by 128 votes to nine against with 21 absentees and 35 abstentions.

[13] An election to choose 18 members of the United Nations Human Rights Council for a three-year term will take place.[when?]