Cover; Contents; Foreword; Preface; Introduction; 1 A Vision for Universal Values; 2 The Peaceful Settlement of Disputes; 3 UN Reform and Revitalization; 4 Natural Disaster Prevention and Response; 5 Sustainable Development and Global Prosperity; 6 Challenges to Human Security; Conclusion; Notes; Index; A; B; C; D; E; F; G; H; I; J; L; M; N; O; P; Q; R; S; T; U; V; W; X; Y; Z; About the Author
Summary
From September 2011 to September 2012, Ambassador Nasser Abdulaziz Al-Nasser of Qatar presided over the 66th session of the "world's parliament"--The United Nations General Assembly. It was a critical moment in international affairs as the UN responded to a range of global challenges, from the world financial crisis to the Arab Spring. In A Year at the Helm of the General Assembly, Al-Nasser presents a high-level look inside the organization, assessing its strengths and weaknesses, its successes and struggles. He recounts dramatic moments, such as replacing the Libyan delegation, and a tireless schedule of overseas travel, including joint visits with the Secretary-General to Libya and Somalia
