The 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly brings together leaders and representatives from across the globe in New York City.

The session will officially open on September 8 at United Nations Headquarters, with the high-level portion of the General Assembly taking place later that month.

Under the theme 'Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations That Delivers for All', the 81st General Assembly will focus on strengthening international co-operation and addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing the world today.

The General Debate is scheduled to begin on September 22 and will continue until September 28, with Heads of State and Government attending.

Among the key issues on the agenda are sustainable development, climate action, sea-level rise, pandemic prevention and preparedness, human rights, peace and security, and international co-operation.

The high-level week will also feature major meetings on climate action, threats posed by rising sea levels, pandemic preparedness, and the 40th anniversary of the Declaration on the Right to Development.

Presiding over the 81st session is Khalilur Rahman of Bangladesh, who was elected President of the General Assembly earlier this year.