Special Report on US President Trump's Speech at the 81st UN General Assembly (Simultaneous Interpretation)

Voice of America (VOA) Chinese reported on U.S. President Trump's speech at the 81st United Nations General Assembly. In his speech, Trump emphasized the strength of the U.S. economy, border security, and his "America First" policy. He focused on the issue of Iran, stating that he would never allow Iran to possess nuclear weapons, and criticized the Iranian regime's support for regional conflicts. In addition, he reviewed the peace agreements and diplomatic efforts promoted during his term, and criticized the United Nations' own reforms, budget, and the International Criminal Court. The speech also touched upon policies toward countries such as Venezuela and Cuba, as well as his views on the development of artificial intelligence (superintelligence). The report also mentioned progress on Taiwan's participation in UN issues and the speech by Brazilian President Lula at the General Assembly.

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Welcome to VOA's special report on President Trump's speech at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, broadcast for you on September 22. I am Fan Dongning, broadcasting live from Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States. We have VOA reporter Xu Xiangyun with us today, who is currently in front of the UN headquarters. Let us now immediately connect via video link and ask VOA reporter Xu Xiangyun to introduce the latest situation on the scene. Xiangyun.

Okay, Dongning. I am currently at the United Nations headquarters in New York. We know that the high-level week of the 81st United Nations General Assembly has officially begun, and about 130 heads of state and government leaders have come here to attend this year. We also know that the topics of the General Assembly are quite broad, including the Middle East war, the Ukraine war, artificial intelligence, climate change, and the reform of the United Nations itself, among others. We also know that a focus of particular attention here today is that U.S. President Trump will deliver a speech at the General Assembly, and everyone is looking forward to what kind of message President Trump will release this time. We also know that because he is coming, the security measures on the scene today are more rigorous than ever before. Several major streets around the area have been closed, and the New York City Police Department has also dispatched additional police forces to help protect the safety of the surrounding area.

Okay, Xiangyun, we know you just mentioned that President Trump will speak again at the UN General Assembly. Today's VOA special program will also be broadcast live throughout, with simultaneous interpretation in Chinese. So Xiangyun, we know this is the sixth time President Trump has delivered a speech at the UN General Assembly. Of course, the outside world expects what the highlights of the speech might be. Please also introduce them to us, Xiangyun. Xiangyun.

Okay, Dongning. We know that at 9:00 a.m. today, the general debate of the UN General Assembly began. Brazilian President Lula is expected to be the first to speak, and after the Brazilian President, President Trump is also expected to deliver his speech. This is also the first day of the general debate of this UN General Assembly. This year's general debate starts on September 22 and will end on the 28th. As for what President Trump might talk about today, we know that the White House stated that Trump would emphasize how his administration is dealing with some quite complex global issues. One of the themes that will clearly be involved is the issue of Iran, especially the U.S.'s hope to ensure that Iran will not possess nuclear weapons. The situation in the Middle East will also be an important topic. We know that the conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran has been going on for more than half a year, and the Gulf region and energy transportation have been affected, so it is expected that President Trump will also mention this important topic in his speech today.

In addition, the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Waltz, previously mentioned that the series of peace agreements and diplomatic efforts promoted by Trump over the past year would also be mentioned in today's speech, including issues such as Gaza and the conflict in Ukraine. On the other hand, Waltz also previewed that President Trump would not shy away from criticizing the United Nations itself. Waltz mentioned topics that Trump might address, including the U.S. position on UN reform, the UN budget, and the International Criminal Court. He also indicated that Trump would emphasize issues of national sovereignty and America First.

Alright, we will wait and see later. However, Xiangyun, we know that President Trump actually arrived in New York yesterday, and world leaders are now gathered in New York. Besides delivering a speech at the UN General Assembly, will President Trump have the opportunity to engage in further interactions with other leaders? Xiangyun.

We know that President Trump's diplomatic schedule during his two days in New York is very intensive. President Trump arrived in New York on Monday. First, he met with New York City Mayor Adams at the mayor's residence, Gracie Mansion, and later met with French President Macron. On Monday evening, he attended an event for the Republican National Committee. According to information released by the White House, today, Tuesday, after President Trump's speech at the UN, a series of bilateral meetings have been arranged, including meetings with the British Prime Minister, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, and leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council. President Trump will also hold his first meeting with Venezuelan interim President Rodriguez, and his schedule also includes a meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. President Trump is expected to return to Washington on Tuesday evening.

Of course, we know that this UN General Assembly speech by President Trump is being delivered on the eve of the upcoming U.S.-China summit. Naturally, Voice of America reporters have also interviewed many experts to discuss China's role in the United Nations. Regarding the Taiwan part, I would like to ask you: we know that Taiwan has been actively promoting meaningful participation in relevant UN activities. As is customary, the Taiwan issue is never absent from the UN General Assembly, both inside and outside the venue. In this regard, have you grasped any new developments? Xiangyun, let's introduce the topic of Taiwan's UN bid.

We know that Taiwan has been actively promoting meaningful participation in relevant UN activities. We know that on September 18 of this year, the permanent representatives to the UN from five countries—Palau, the Marshall Islands, Saint Lucia, Belize, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines—jointly wrote to UN Secretary-General Guterres, calling on the UN to seek appropriate ways to allow Taiwan to meaningfully participate in the UN system. We know that this letter specifically mentioned UN General Assembly Resolution 2758. Taiwan's diplomatic allies believe that this resolution itself does not mention Taiwan, nor does it exclude Taiwan from participating in the UN system. They also emphasized the importance of peace in the Taiwan Strait.

Alright, regarding these permanent representatives to the UN from Taiwan's diplomatic allies, we will introduce this in detail later in the program. However, we are now looking at the live footage. There might still be some time before President Trump takes the stage to speak, because the person currently speaking is the President of the 81st UN General Assembly, Rahman. Secretary-General Guterres has just finished his speech, so we may have to wait until after Brazilian President Lula speaks before we see President Trump's speech. If there is still a little time, I know that Xiangyun originally wanted to introduce many anecdotes she observed on the scene, but due to time constraints, we are very grateful to Voice of America reporter Xu Xiangyun for the report from the UN headquarters.

Alright, we know that this UN General Assembly is the 81st. Just now, we have seen the agenda for today's UN General Assembly on the scene. It began with a speech by UN Secretary-General Guterres, which is equivalent to an opening address. Currently, Secretary-General Guterres has finished his opening remarks for the 81st UN General Assembly. What we see on the live screen now is the President of the 81st UN General Assembly, Rahman, who is scheduled to speak second. As for world leaders, according to usual practice, the first to speak is Brazilian President Lula, as the representative of the first member state to speak at the UN General Assembly each year, while the host, U.S. President Trump, follows immediately as the second speaker.

So let us talk about President Trump's speech today, which, as VOA reporter Xu Xiangyun just introduced, is a major focus of everyone's attention. From his first term to his second term addressing the United Nations General Assembly, this year will actually mark President Trump's sixth UN General Assembly address during his presidency. Looking back at President Trump's past five UNGA speeches, in 2017—when President Trump delivered his first UN General Assembly address—the theory of sovereignty he put forward attracted widespread attention, placing America's national sovereignty at the core of U.S. diplomacy. At that time in 2017, President Trump also publicly referred to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as the "rocket man" during his UNGA speech, making that year's address particularly memorable.

Subsequently, in 2018 and 2019, President Trump continued to emphasize America First, trade issues, and patriotism in his UNGA speeches. Notably, in 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, President Trump's UNGA address was delivered via pre-recorded video. President Trump used the term "China virus" multiple times in his 2020 UNGA speech, which drew significant attention and strongly demanded that the United Nations hold the Chinese government strictly accountable for the spread of the pandemic. That year, President Trump also criticized the World Health Organization (WHO) for being controlled by China and reiterated the U.S. position of withdrawing from the organization.

President Trump's UNGA speeches have consistently carried a distinct America First coloration. Last year, following his reelection and return to the UN General Assembly, President Trump focused his speech on ending wars while also criticizing the efficiency of the United Nations, immigration, and climate policies. President Trump's UNGA address last year lasted nearly 60 minutes—specifically 57 minutes—setting a record length and surpassing the UNGA speeches of any previous U.S. presidents and other leaders. Therefore, we are eagerly anticipating the key themes and length of President Trump's sixth UNGA address, which is scheduled for later today at 9:55.

Moreover, this year's UNGA speech by President Trump comes as a U.S.-China summit is about to take place, coupled with ongoing conflicts around the world, especially the Middle East issue and the conflict with Iran. The outside world is paying close attention to how President Trump will address the issue of Iran in his UNGA speech, whether he will propose a solution to the Middle East conflict and the Russia-Ukraine war, and what he will say about the relationship between the United States and the United Nations. Of course, whether he will mention China in the UN General Assembly setting ahead of his upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, scheduled for tomorrow, is also a major focus of external concern.

Well, as we continue to share the highlights of this UN General Assembly and China's role in our program, we now see that the speaker currently delivering an address is the President of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, Rahman. We can briefly look at the live footage and listen to how the UN General Assembly President puts it through simultaneous interpretation.

Emerging technologies are being used to amplify lies, manipulate public health crises, spread hatred, and incite violence at a speed and scale exceeding any previous time. We must choose dialogue and tolerance, and promote a culture of respect for human rights—not only respecting human rights in the realm of law, but also in our daily interactions. We must choose those rights that only conform to us and fit our respective cultural and political ethos. Whether it is Islamophobia, anti-Semitism, homophobia, or misogyny, these are all the same: hatred updated with new variations and new labels. We must choose to make good use of the tools we have today, not to deepen fear, but to expand understanding, and to advance this work for everyone everywhere.

But this is just a beginning. Merely shifting things around on the budget table may reduce costs and save money, merging and renaming agencies can reduce duplication and layoffs, and streamlining structures can improve efficiency. These steps are very important, and often a necessary part of putting the house in order, but they are not enough. We need to dig deeper and address the problems behind this superstructure, because the challenges of United Nations reform are long-term and fundamental.

On November 24, 1949, when the United Nations had been established for less than four years, the General Assembly adopted Resolution 310 (Roman numeral V), titled "Complexity and Overlap of the Work Programs of the United Nations and its Specialized Agencies." It urged member states as follows: saying that apart from projects urgently needed and capable of being effectively implemented, countries should avoid initiating new projects. Yet we have not thoroughly reviewed our own decisions. We have created tens of thousands of mandates since then, over 4,000 of which remain in effect, regardless of whether they are urgently needed or can be effectively implemented. We cannot continue to treat a chronic illness with such temporary painkillers; what we need is a deeper diagnosis and a more profound rebirth plan, even if that plan is painful.

We must also be equally candid in recognizing that to achieve this, member states must take the helm. We have said time and again that UN reform must be member-state-led, yet often we see that member states do not seem to have their hands on the steering wheel; this passive ownership is not enough. If we are to truly be masters of our own house, we cannot expect this chronic ailment to be cured on its own. Therefore, we must now take responsibility, put our own house in order, respect the sovereignty of all nations, and work together to realize the changes we need. As we decide the direction of reform, we must also affirm the successful experiences we have summarized. Many times, member states tell us that...

Alright, what you just heard was the UN General Assembly President Dennis Francis, the second speaker at this year's UN General Assembly, whose remarks touched upon UN reform and various discussions regarding national sovereignty. Before the start of this UN General Assembly, Voice of America reporters interviewed many experts to discuss exactly what role China plays at the United Nations. Of course, China's Vice President Han Zheng will not be speaking today; his speech is scheduled for Thursday. However, China is indeed a key member of the UN system and one of the five permanent members of the Security Council. It has been exactly 55 years since China restored its lawful seat at the United Nations.

Today, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the United Nations is a core platform for global governance, and therefore, this year's General Assembly is an important occasion for Beijing to showcase its diplomatic philosophy and participate in discussions on global issues. As we just mentioned, China's representative at this year's 79th UN General Assembly General Debate is Vice President Han Zheng. According to the schedule released by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Han Zheng is set to attend the General Debate in New York from September 24th to 26th and will meet with the UN Secretary-General, the General Assembly President, and leaders of other countries.

We know that one of China's most important identities at the United Nations is, of course, as a permanent member of the Security Council. China is one of the five permanent members of the Security Council, possessing veto power alongside the United States, Russia, the United Kingdom, and France. This means that China holds significant institutional influence on critical issues concerning international peace and security. Under the UN Charter, the Security Council bears the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security, and its decisions are binding on member states under specific circumstances. Therefore, observing China's role at the United Nations cannot be limited to its annual General Assembly speech; one must also look at China's positions in the Security Council, peacekeeping operations, and international security issues.

Additionally, China emphasizes multilateralism and the role of the United Nations, which is a very clear message released by the Chinese delegation this year. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated today that Han Zheng will elaborate on China's views on the international situation, major international and regional issues, and the work of the United Nations at the General Assembly. He will emphasize so-called true multilateralism, call for strengthening the authority and role of the United Nations, and promote global governance reform. In other words, Beijing hopes to emphasize that international issues should be coordinated more through the United Nations and multilateral mechanisms, rather than being decided by a single country or a small group of countries.

Furthermore, experts interviewed by Voice of America also noted that China has repeatedly emphasized this point in past General Assembly speeches: opposing unilateralism, emphasizing the equality of national sovereignty, and increasing the representation and voice of developing countries in global governance. Regarding China's role in the UN General Assembly, experts also indicated that development issues are another focus of China's UN diplomacy. China not only positions itself as a permanent member of the Security Council but also specifically emphasizes that it is the largest developing country, making global development an important part of its diplomatic agenda. Of course, there is a highly noteworthy event this week: on September 25th, China will host a high-level dialogue on the fifth anniversary of the Global Development Initiative at the UN headquarters. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that over the past five years, under the framework of the Global Development Initiative, more than 23 billion USD has been mobilized, and over 2,000 cooperation projects have been implemented, covering more than 770 countries. China hopes to use this event to promote the implementation of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Therefore, if Chinese Vice President Han Zheng discusses issues such as poverty reduction in developing countries, development financing, and sustainable development at the UN General Assembly, it will be part of China's long-term UN diplomatic path.

In addition, we can also invite experts to discuss peace and security, especially how some recent hot-spot conflicts affect the relationship between China and the United Nations. On this part, experts interviewed by Voice of America stated that China has actually tried to position itself as a promoter of dialogue and mediation in international conflicts. Last year, when Chinese Premier Li Qiang spoke at the UN General Assembly, he stated that China is the second-largest contributor to the UN peacekeeping budget and the largest contributor of peacekeepers among the five permanent members of the Security Council. This is the Chinese side's statement. This year, the Chinese side continues to emphasize resolving international disputes through dialogue and negotiation rather than force. Therefore, against the broad backdrop of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and escalating Middle East conflicts, the outside world is also paying close attention to how the Chinese representative, Han Zheng, will address peace, security, and the role China hopes the UN will play in these conflicts at the UN General Assembly.

Particularly worth observing this time, including AI and emerging technologies just mentioned by the President of the UN General Assembly, is also a key focus of external observation. Okay, we are now returning to the live footage. Since the second speaker, the President of the UN General Assembly, has finished his speech, we know that according to traditional convention, among the leaders of all countries, the first one to speak might be seen on screen as Brazilian President Lula. This diplomatic convention dates back to the initial establishment of the United Nations. When many general assemblies were held at the very beginning, many countries were unwilling to participate as speakers, but Brazil was the first to step forward and express its willingness to speak. Consequently, Brazil became, in accordance with past diplomatic convention and the diplomatic tradition formed in the early days of the UN, the first country to speak.

Now we see on the screen UN Secretary-General Guterres on the far left, and in the middle, still speaking from his seat, is the President of this 81st session of the UN General Assembly, Rahman, who should introduce the Brazilian President shortly as the first speaking leader. Rahman just mentioned AI and emerging technologies in his speech, specifically noting that AI technology and current artificial intelligence are playing an increasingly important role in international affairs. He also mentioned that China is now increasingly integrating artificial intelligence, cyberspace, and outer space governance into the framework of its so-called global governance agenda.

Just this week, the UN Security Council will also discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on international affairs and international security. We know that China's artificial intelligence enterprise DeepSeek has also been invited to participate in related discussions. According to Reuters reports, this meeting coincides with the US and China discussing AI safety and governance, and therefore China's statements regarding AI at the UN General Assembly are also attracting close attention from the outside world. In addition, China's representative, namely Vice President Han Zheng, when delivering a speech at the Xiangshan Forum in Beijing in mid-September, specifically mentioned governance rules for emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, cyberspace, and outer space. Therefore, AI may become a new direction for China to promote global governance issues at the UN this year. So, synthesizing the key points from the UN General Assembly President just now, AI is actually something we can look forward to paying attention to shortly.

However, we now see that Brazilian President Lula is already at the podium. As we just mentioned, Brazil, following this traditional diplomatic convention, is the first to speak. As the host of the UN headquarters, US President Trump will speak after Lula. The reason why Brazil has long been the first member state to speak at the UN General Assembly, as I just mentioned, is that in the early days of the UN establishment, other countries were unwilling to speak first and Brazil voluntarily assumed this role. Brazil is not only the largest economy in Latin America, but also a core member of the BRICS countries and an important voice of the Global South. As Brazil and China's economic and trade relations continue to deepen, Brazil also emphasizes diplomatic autonomy, which also makes Brazilian President Lula's UN General Assembly speech on the international stage today a special observational indicator. We are now approaching the live footage to listen to the specific remarks of Brazilian President Lula in his UN General Assembly speech.

Today, my strongest feeling is indignation. The United Nations has failed in one of its most important missions, which is to spare humanity from the scourge of war. Its credibility has never been lower, and its ability to protect the most vulnerable groups—those without armies or arsenals—has never been weaker. We are all held hostage by the inaction of the Security Council failing to function. In 1946, at the first General Assembly, Brazil warned that the international community would pay a high price for the veto power. This inherent flaw of the UN Charter has given major powers the luxury of a state of numbness. To this original sin is now added a profound leadership crisis. 2025 has recorded the highest number of armed conflicts since World War II, trillions of dollars are funding a new arms race, geopolitical tensions risk spreading regional conflicts to a global scale, and those responsible for making critical decisions must act responsibly and urgently. The leaders of the Security Council member states must meet.

I am very familiar with the reality of power, but submitting to the law of the strong has gone beyond all limits. This is not idealism; this is pure realism. War is by no means a continuation of politics by other means, but the utter collapse of politics. In an interdependent world, exercising leadership means aligning the interests of individual nations with the interests of all humanity. The author of these views represents a nation that loves peace and freedom; we fight against military dictatorships and defend our country in the face of coups. This is the conviction of a factory worker who, having been elected president three times, also lifted Brazil out of the hunger map. The Assembly recently corrected a historical distortion on the world map by acknowledging that the trafficking of enslaved Africans is one of the gravest crimes against humanity, and endorsed a more accurate representation of the world map; now it needs to focus on issues vital to humanity's future.

We are now called upon to make a choice: multilateralism or unilateralism? Democracy or extremism? Sovereignty or submission? These choices require courage, political will, and clear goals, which is what we expect of statesmen. Yasser Arafat and Yitzhak Rabin were statesmen who challenged the past and envisioned future peace; they were defeated by hatred. Generations of Palestinians will carry the pain and trauma brought by the genocide committed by the Netanyahu government against women and children in the ongoing blockade. Israeli civilians have also paid the price due to the extremism and intolerance of Hamas's terrorist acts, persecuting international initiatives and their members, and leaving these crimes unpunished. UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese must never be silenced for speaking the truth. The illegal settlements in the West Bank are making the two-state solution increasingly unfeasible, yet the two-state solution is essential for the peoples of both Israel and Palestine to live in security. Threatening civilization with extinction will not bring stability to the Middle East.

The Strait of Hormuz has become a battlefield; it should have been a critical passage for international trade, yet families around the world are paying the price through rising fuel, fertilizer, and food prices. The war between Russia and Ukraine has dragged on for five years, and this dramatic humanitarian situation continues to claim lives. We all know there are no winners on the battlefield, and diplomacy is the only option. Relevant initiatives, such as the Group of Friends for Peace jointly established by Brazil and China, reveal the strength within the international community of those willing to make efforts toward dialogue. In Latin America and the Caribbean, being close to the world's most powerful military power is inescapable, especially right now with the resurgence of hegemonic temptations, but Brazil belongs to no one's backyard; the partners we need must have a positive agenda to promote development. Ideological differences should not hinder further integration among neighboring countries. Countries within the region have suffered the terror of authoritarian regimes, and we have made long strides in restoring the will of the people. Democracy is once again under threat, and we note once more that interfering in electoral processes to turn the world into spheres of influence, as well as neo-colonial incursions to seize strategic resources, are outdated postures. The Venezuelan people should define their own destiny; Nicaragua cannot solve its problems by obstructing the opposition from running in elections, while the crisis in Haiti continues to test the limits of the international community's indifference. In Cuba, the world watches with horror as ten million people are collectively punished by an illegal economic and energy blockade.

Mr. President, Brazil does not underestimate the challenges posed by organized crime, and we are willing to confront head-on the criminal organizations that bring fear to our local communities. Workers are robbed, mothers lose their children, police officers cannot return home, and people are exhausted by violence. However, we will not hand over the rights and responsibilities of defending our borders and ensuring that our people can live without fear to outside forces; we do not need aircraft carriers to defend our waters—what we need is cooperation to cut off the weapons and funds that fuel organized crime. This is the spirit of the proposal I personally made to the President of the United States: we want to combat the money laundering activities of Brazilian criminals overseas. For a long time, Brazil's states acted in silos, and the fight against crime lacked coordination the most, but that has changed. In Manaus, we established the Amazon International Police Cooperation Center, enabling the public security departments of nine countries in the Amazon basin to work together. In 2025, we launched the largest operation in Brazil's history against organized crime, recording record seizures of drugs, illegal assets, and resources, and we are directly tackling all types of crime, including criminal kingpins. We have just passed anti-gang legislation that imposes heavier sentences for organized crime offenses than for terrorism. Organized crime and corruption go hand in hand, and our fight against corruption will be relentless, no matter whom it hurts; no one is above the law.

Ladies and gentlemen, the pillars of multilateralism are being eroded, and the World Trade Organization is now in intensive care. If governments yield to those who use tariffs as weapons of relief and extortion, the consequences will be harmful. Amidst such misinformation, cover-ups deny scientific evidence, and we forget the millions of lives lost to negligence during the COVID-19 pandemic. Anti-vaccine movements make us think that epidemics we had already eliminated are making a comeback, weakening the World Health Organization and making everyone more vulnerable. Until recently, the response to climate change was firmly rooted at the core of the international agenda, but this year, the topic has disappeared from the G7 and G20, forums that involve the largest emitters. We now need to restore consensus and defeat denialism; nature reminds us every day that we share the same planet. Himalayan glaciers are melting, super El Niños cause torrential rains, droughts, and wildfires across the globe, and their impact is felt most severely by the most vulnerable groups.

Brazil has been proving that we can combine economic growth with emission reductions. We have achieved self-sufficiency in oil and will continue to explore the potential of new reserves, including in the equatorial margin area, but we will not abandon the environmental agenda, and we will continue to advance our economic decarbonization roadmap. At COP30 in Belém, we launched the Tropical Forests Forever Facility, demonstrating that old paradigms can be changed—forests should aid rather than be destroyed. We will continue to reduce deforestation, which has been halved in the Amazon, reaching an 11-year low. We have the moral authority to reject protectionist measures disguised as a commitment to environmental causes. We are a global benchmark for green energy, possessing critical minerals and rare earths that the world needs to achieve the energy transition. Our natural wealth belongs to the Brazilian people, and its extraction is pursued for their benefit. Access to our minerals depends on achieving mandatory value-added output within our territory, technology transfer, and supply in strategic national sectors.

Mr. President, we are in the midst of an unprecedented technological revolution that brings enormous risks and opportunities. We cannot afford the historical negligence of failing to address challenges or failing to regulate Big Tech and artificial intelligence. A handful of tech oligarchs want to re-establish a form of digital ultra-neoliberalism without any rules or transparency. Well, while we are still waiting for President Trump to deliver his speech to the UN General Assembly, what we currently see on screen is Brazilian President Lula, who is scheduled to speak first today. He just mentioned the role that artificial intelligence plays in UN affairs and international security. We know that Brazil is not only Latin America's largest economy, but also a core member of the BRICS nations and an important voice of the Global South. As Brazil's economic and trade relations with China continue to deepen, Brazil also constantly emphasizes diplomatic autonomy, which makes President Lula's speech at this UN General Assembly and on the international stage a special observation indicator.

We know that President Lula met with New York City Mayor Mamdani in New York on Monday, the day before, to discuss common challenges faced by the US and Brazil—especially rising living costs, poverty, and public policies to help low-income families, which were the focus of discussions between Lula and Mayor Mamdani. New York City Mayor Mamdani stated that the social programs promoted by Lula in Brazil have provided him with some inspiration. Mamdani is currently making issues like housing, food, and other living costs his governance priorities in New York. After the meeting, Lula and Mamdani exchanged soccer jerseys. As we know, the Brazilian national soccer team is extremely strong, and Lula specifically invited New York City Mayor Mamdani to visit Brazil, though no specific date has been set yet. In the live footage, we still see Brazilian President Lula as the first scheduled leader to speak, but later on, as we know, the special focus of our special report today will be the live broadcast of US President Trump's UN General Assembly speech.

Free and quality education and healthcare. Around the world, the desire for change is legitimate, but change is not equivalent to regression, nor is it equivalent to deprivation of power; it is not about bringing back the theories of racial supremacy or the subjugation of women, nor is it about recolonizing the Global South. It means moving toward a more participatory future and greater achievements, building and sharing effective public solutions to tackle development challenges, establishing more democratic, strong, efficient, and supportive states, and investing in a spirit of solidarity and cooperation with Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Related initiatives—such as the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty launched by Brazil and the UN Intergovernmental Group on Inequality launched by South Africa—stem from this political will.

Brazil is accelerating its transformation into a developed, socially equitable nation. The economic model we have adopted is based on income distribution, job creation, and increasing revenue. We are investing in improving productivity, expanding credit, and building a favorable social safety net. We have restored sustainable growth, and we are the third-largest destination for foreign investment; despite the high tariffs our country faces, we will break export records this year. There is still a long way to go. The labor market is undergoing a transition: older adults want to continue working, young people want to start businesses, and workers need time to rest, improve their skills, and spend time with their families. Achieving this in Brazil means ending the so-called six-day workweek schedule to ensure workers get a two-day weekend. This change is crucial to alleviating the burden of household chores, which are still predominantly borne by women. We are building a Brazil where women do not need permission to attain positions of power or enter the labor market, where there are no femicides, and where no woman—whether at home or outside the family—lives under the threat of violence. Such a cause is one that the entire world needs to embrace.

Mr. President, upon being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said that what self-centered people tear down, other-centered people can build up and utilize. The United Nations was born amidst signs of hope, and for over 80 years, it has contributed to decolonization, promoted human rights, fostered sustainable development, protected migrants and refugees, and condemned racism, antisemitism, and religious intolerance. These achievements came from leaders who, when taking this podium, were driven by the indignation brought by the injustices of their eras. These men and women refused to accept war as destiny, colonialism as a right, or apartheid as a legitimate system. It is this capacity to say no to inequality that has enabled us to achieve the greatest changes. In the face of the paralysis of the United Nations, we must rediscover the political will to make it a beacon of peace once again. Finally, returning domestically... well, currently on the screen, we see the UN General Assembly. Brazilian President Lula, the first scheduled leader to speak at this assembly, is still delivering his speech. And as we await President Trump, who is about to take the stage as the second speaker, we immediately cross live to Voice of America reporter Xu Xiangyun, who is still at the UN headquarters. So, Xiangyun, of course President Lula is still speaking, but President Trump is scheduled right after him and is receiving widespread attention as the second speaker. Tell us about the latest information you have, including messages from the White House, regarding what the main points of President Trump's sixth UN General Assembly speech will be today, Xiangying?

Yes, everyone is eagerly anticipating President Trump's speech at today's UN General Assembly session. We know that information previously released by the White House has revealed that Trump will emphasize how the Trump administration is addressing some of the world's most complex issues. One clear theme that will be touched upon is the Iran issue, especially the United States' desire to ensure that Iran does not acquire nuclear weapons. Another very important topic will be the situation in the Middle East, because we know that the conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran has actually been ongoing for about half a year, affecting the Gulf region and energy transportation issues as well. On the other hand, U.S. Ambassador to the UN Waltz previously mentioned specifically that the series of peace agreements and diplomatic efforts promoted by Trump over the past year will also be expressed in today's speech, which includes topics such as the Gaza issue and the conflict in Ukraine. Furthermore, Waltz previously previewed that President Trump will not shy away from offering criticism of the United Nations itself, mentioning positions on issues including U.S. reform of the UN, the UN budget, and the International Criminal Court. He also stated that President Trump will emphasize topics such as national sovereignty and America First.

Well, right now we see on the screen that Brazilian President Lula has finished his speech. There is still some time before we wait for Trump to take the stage, as there is a slight gap between speeches. So in this very brief time, I would like to ask our Voice of America reporter Xu Xiangyun—I know you are in New York covering this UN General Assembly and have many on-site observations and behind-the-scenes exclusive reports—to quickly share with us your experiences and insights from covering this event in New York, shall we, Xiangyun?

Well, we can clearly feel that because Trump is going to deliver a speech at the United Nations, the security measures in the vicinity are even stricter than usual. This includes the main roads near the UN, which have actually been closed for the past day or two. Security checks are also very strict. For instance, the passage to enter the UN this morning, the entire First Avenue, is also in a closed state. However, the crowd of people queuing has already extended beyond First Avenue and continues into the pedestrian walkways further back. On another note, there was a rather interesting little episode. Yesterday, after I finished a full day of reporting, I headed to Koreatown in Midtown Manhattan to have dinner. As I passed by a Korean restaurant, it was packed with a huge crowd, about several dozen people. We were quite curious, so we asked the crowd, 'Are you waiting for someone's arrival?' They pointed to the second floor and said that South Korean President Lee Jae-myung was dining there, and he was sitting in a spot on the second floor very close to the window. This meant that everyone below could easily see him dining and talking with his entourage. While the South Korean President was dining, he would frequently wave to the crowd gathered below. After waiting for about an hour, when the South Korean President finished his meal and came down, he saw the queue of people and took selfies with them one by one, and also shook hands with many supporters. I also asked the restaurant staff and the manager, wanting to know what kind of dishes the South Korean President ordered and what his favorite dishes were. However, the manager just smiled and said it was inconvenient to disclose. But he did tell us that they didn't know in advance that the South Korean President would come to this restaurant to dine, so they were also very excited and had the opportunity to take photos and shake hands with him during his meal. This was quite an interesting little episode.

Well, we are very grateful to VOA's Xu Xiangyun for reporting from the UN General Assembly in New York and sharing her on-site observations and some behind-the-scenes anecdotes. These are things you can only report on when you are on the scene, with so many global leaders gathered in New York. We thank VOA reporter Xu Xiangyun for her report. Alright, we are now returning to the scene of the 81st UN General Assembly. The first global leader scheduled to speak, Brazilian President Lula, has finished his speech. According to tradition, following the Brazilian President's opening speech, the host of the UN headquarters, US President Trump, is about to take the stage. We can see him walking to the podium now, so let's switch to our simultaneous interpretation and prepare to listen to President Trump's speech at the 81st UN General Assembly together.

Two hundred and fifty years ago, on this continent, we founded these nations, and I am very proud to tell you that America is back. Our country is stronger than ever before, our economy is the envy of the entire world, our military is the strongest on the surface of the earth, our technology is far ahead in almost all fields, our energy spans the globe, our country is rising once again, our country is stronger and doing better than before, and our future is full of light. Since I took office, we have created more than 1 million private-sector jobs, and today the scale of the American labor market has set a record. Last week it was announced that the poverty rate reached the lowest level in American history, and we lifted 1.5 million Americans out of poverty—that was achieved just in the past year alone, which is another record. The poverty rate among African Americans and Hispanic Americans reached a historical low, and real American family income reached a historic high of $83,000. I set a previous record during my first term, and now we have surpassed it. From the very first day I took office, I worked hard to eliminate any unnecessary red tape and outdated practices. We provided the largest tax cuts in history, and more money was invested in the United States, surpassing the investment level of any other country in the world. Our stock market broke records 80 times, and this happened in the past 12 months. We will have $21 trillion in new investments to invest in our country, a massive increase compared to the previous administration. Two years ago our country... currently our country is the hottest country in the world, the most buzzing country. When I took over, our border was the most dangerous, and now our border is the safest in history. Unless we invite you, unless you get permission, you cannot get in. Over the past 16 months, the number of illegal immigrant entries has been zero. This was achieved by some very astute people; it is not my administration announcing that the number is zero. Furthermore, our level of violent crime is also the lowest, the lowest crime rate in these 125 years since 1900. Cities like Memphis and New Orleans have seen an 80% reduction in crime rates, and it continues to drop. When I just took office in January of last year, crime in Washington, D.C., was rampant; now it has dropped by 87%, and we hope to achieve a 100% reduction. If you look at the tourism industry—many people have been there, you’ve seen it right?—tourism is also very popular, restaurant business is booming, and everyone is proud that our capital is so safe. Over the past 12 months, investment in the military has set a record, and we will invest $1.5 trillion. Under the previous president, we lived in the dark ages; now we have entered a golden age, and the entire world has been elevated by our wealth, strength, and new momentum. Because America and China have turned a new page, we are quickly solving various problems—problems left over from before—and we are decisively and with thunderous means reshaping the world stage and resolving issues that have plagued us for a long time. Every leader present here—there are many great leaders present, and I know them—knows that in such a short period of time, to make our world more prosperous, safer, and better for our children and for our planet, we must seize this opportunity. We are the greatest country in history, and I am the leader of this country. I will not let problems linger indefinitely; the longer they drag on, the harder they are to resolve. While others talk idly, I put things into action. Others talk about peace, I make peace. Others disregard threats, I face threats directly. Others talk about courage, America demonstrates courage. Others promise they will show strength, but I use strength to build America into the most powerful country in the world. We work together with many countries present here to solve challenges that have lingered for decades, and we have also resolved problems that went unsolved for years; we are doing very well. The best example is a danger, a danger that threatens the entire world: the world's largest sponsor of terrorism, the Islamic Republic of Iran. For 51 years, the fanatical Iranian regime has caused rivers of blood to flow across the Middle East through bloodshed and mass slaughter. They have run amok in the Middle East, but that page has been turned. From the very first day I took office, I have consistently stated that Iran will never be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons. Then last year, after my trip, I immediately initiated negotiations with Iran to stop its nuclear program and stop supporting terrorism, but they refused—they flatly rejected it. As a result, they suffered the consequences, and we launched Operation Midnight Hammer, and we negotiated with them again to make them back down, but they still refused. They later began building a missile and massive arsenal, threatening neighboring countries and all countries in the region. Their missiles can reach Europe—Europe, they are very proud that they can reach Europe, and hopefully Europe realizes this. Iran is stubbornly determined to build nuclear weapons under the cover of ballistic missiles. If they succeed, they can permanently spread terror and death, and anyone who tries to stop them may suffer nuclear destruction. We recently commemorated the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks—Jimmy Lai is just a few miles away, causing thousands of casualties—and in two weeks, we will commemorate the October 7 terrorist attacks that took place in Israel, which were orchestrated behind the scenes by Iran, kidnapping and killing many people, including American citizens and little babies, beautiful little babies.

Iran claims to serve humanity with malicious intent; they killed ten thousand people this year because of their protests. Imagine what it would be like if this violent regime had the opportunity to launch terrorist attacks under a nuclear umbrella; we must face this reality. Many choose to turn a blind eye; many presidents, heads of state, and others in various countries turn a blind eye and are unwilling to act, even though they know the problem exists. We have given Iran many opportunities to reach an agreement with me. I want to point out that the United States and other countries do not want to face such a catastrophe, such a nightmarish problem. We have taken decisive action; we destroyed their naval power—their navy is gone, their radar is gone, their air force is gone, and their ability to manufacture weapons is almost non-existent. Their economy has also collapsed. What hasn't disappeared is the inflation that is destroying the country, which has now reached over 300%. Although we are willing to negotiate through a ceasefire, regarding their attacks on civilian vessels of other countries, I thank the UN Security Council for passing a resolution condemning Iran's heinous attacks on commercial shipping. I am pleased to tell you that this resolution received the support of the vast majority of UN member states, which also broke a record in UN history. We should be equally united in maintaining this high pressure. Our navy recently escorted one billion barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz; since the war began, we have had 20%, and every day we have 20, 25, or over 30 oil tankers passing through the strait under our escort. But I need to make a decision: can we reach an agreement with them to make them a greater country than before—perhaps the greatest in the Middle East, or even the greatest in the world—or should we destroy this Islamic Republic, and do it quickly, so they have no chance to kill the people of other countries, destroy other nations, leave them without hope, and make it impossible for them to achieve greatness for generations to come? I believe that after the election, we can reach an agreement, because it would be too stupid for them not to. They are watching to see how I fare in the midterm elections, but they don't realize that I am not running in the midterm elections. I have already won; we won the last election by an overwhelming majority. I have two and a half years left here. I support the Republican candidates running in the midterms, but I am not running myself. As for Iran, we decided without a second thought that Iran must never possess nuclear weapons. Thank you all. Those cowards and traitors who say the United States is running out of ammunition are wrong. Our ammunition is very plentiful, and our production speed is unprecedented. The speed at which we are replenishing our ammunition—the most sophisticated ammunition—is unprecedented. Furthermore, we will open new ammunition factories in the future; there are currently 18 being built by the world's largest defense companies, which will be completed very soon.

It is almost completed, a rapid construction, and next we will be able to rapidly deploy every type of missile and ammunition, and we can provide them to our allies, faster than now, much faster. I call on all countries to stand with us to completely isolate it, isolate it economically, until it stops attacking commercial industries, abandons its nuclear ambitions, and stops supporting terrorist regimes. They are very bad, not because they are strong and confident, but because they are desperate, they are very weak. After sweeping away this 51-year-old threat, oil prices will be lower than they were before the conflict began, and in the United States, this price is very low. So once this problem is solved, everything becomes possible, and huge changes can happen very quickly.

When I addressed world leaders in this great hall a year ago, the war in Gaza was still ongoing, and Hamas tunnels were still in use, but during the assembly, we took some measures to find a solution. After this week, we have solved the Gaza problem, saved countless lives, and rescued and returned every hostage, both the living and the deceased. Thank you all, everyone thought it was a miracle, but we did what they all thought was a miracle. I want to thank the UN Security Council, thank them for unanimously passing our 20-point Gaza peace plan, and for officially recognizing the Peace Committee. This Peace Committee is a group of wonderful people, nearly 30 countries have joined the Peace Committee, and I am honored to serve as the chairman of this committee.

I want to thank many member states for contributing billions of dollars for reconstruction, countries like Bahrain, Morocco, as well as Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan, etc., they have all been generous, and this money will definitely be used where it is most needed, it is urgently needed money. These countries are very generous, and other countries have also stepped up, the money they contributed is unbelievable, they hope that those people can survive, they hope that humanitarian aid can be delivered. I want to thank some of the military and police forces involved, including Indonesia, Morocco, Albania, Kosovo, Kazakhstan, Egypt, Jordan, and other countries, for providing money and manpower to train personnel in Gaza. Since I took office, I have stopped eight wars, I am friends with many of these national leaders, and I am honored to have done so, many wars have lasted for years, even decades. Why was I able to end them quickly? It is because I can leverage the very special relationships I have with these leaders, using trade, the threat of tariffs, and other measures, including various resolution clauses.

Thailand and Burma, Serbia and Kosovo, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, Pakistan and India, Armenia and Azerbaijan, and of course the war in Gaza that I mentioned earlier, all hostages, whether alive or deceased, have been returned. Almost every country has written a thank-you letter. The Prime Minister of Pakistan is a remarkable man, he said Donald Trump saved 30 million lives, maybe even more. The President of Azerbaijan said that President Trump accomplished a miracle in half a year that others could not do. The Prime Minister of Armenia said that none of this would have been possible without President Trump's personal intervention and such commitment to peace, he demonstrated such determination to resolve conflicts, avoid the catastrophe of war, and through innovative diplomatic means. Recently, he personally mediated to achieve a ceasefire and peace. These conflicts could have caused catastrophe and the loss of many lives, but they have stopped, and now recovery can begin.

The President of Rwanda said that President Trump saw an opportunity to contribute to peace and he immediately seized it. Our conflict had lasted for 32 years, with millions of people losing their lives in the war, but I solved it. We have seen countless mediation and arbitration efforts, but no one has grasped the root cause of the problem like President Trump, solved this problem, and created peace and space to achieve this breakthrough, a breakthrough we originally thought was impossible. We are in close consultation with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine, and we will solve this matter too, perhaps faster than they think. Twenty-five thousand, twenty-five thousand young people, mostly young soldiers, have already died, I don't even want to look at the photos, this is the death toll on both sides, we will definitely be able to do it, no matter what method is used, we will definitely end this war very quickly.

From a year ago until now, many things have happened. This January, I directed our military to launch a large-scale military operation, deep into the heart of Caracas, the capital of Venezuela. Although they were famously claimed to be impregnable and impossible to breach, we arrested the true criminal and dictator, Maduro. Many people were released from prison, and we will work with Venezuela to build a better future for the Venezuelan people. Last week, we signed the largest oil deal in history, involving 65 billion barrels of oil, which is good news for the whole world. The world's largest oil companies will participate in this project. The numbers are huge; combined, we account for 60% of the world's oil, so this may be the largest deal ever, the largest in history. Some say that to the victor go the spoils; our actions show that we will not allow any threat to the United States, and there will be no foothold in the Western Hemisphere. If necessary, we will use unparalleled military means to defend our key national interests. Because I know that Venezuela used equipment from other countries, the best equipment, yet they had no power to resist me.

Our region previously had gangs, drug cartels, plus immigration issues, and hostile foreign adversaries—perverted, deranged opponents—gradually growing in the Western Hemisphere, but that history has ended. We will certainly use our force when necessary, use our power, so that we can bring a safer future for all of us, and this is happening rapidly. Since taking office, I have designated drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations and deployed our armed forces to eliminate them. These drug cartels are the ISIS of the Western Hemisphere; they are not good people. They oppose civilization, using murder, rape, and torture as tools of war, just like ISIS. We should eliminate them, wipe them out, and drive them away. Therefore, the United States is conducting dozens of operations, stopping 97% of the drugs entering the U.S. by sea and land. It will soon disappear, a 97% reduction. No one thought it could be done; this is a remarkable achievement.

Three months ago, we killed the Venezuelan gang leader. Unfortunately, we still have rampant drug cartels in Mexico. We have a 2,000-mile border with Mexico, which is regrettable. We hope to resolve the Cuba issue soon; their communist regime is under unprecedented pressure. This country has completely failed; it is further failing and further declining. Secretary of State Rubio is conducting negotiations, negotiating with Cuba, and we will see what happens. Foreign adversaries use their land as a safe haven, a safe haven right at our doorstep, to commit evil, which we cannot allow. The U.S. State Department has reported in detail that some radical groups, such as the Communist Party USA and radical institutions, are colluding with them. Communism will not come to the United States, but freedom will go to Cuba. We have a very good relationship with the Mexican government and have made better progress. We will also help them; they also hope to wipe out the drug cartels. When that day comes, the entire region will be safer, a more beautiful region, and will be able to prosper.

A few days ago, I announced that the United States has also reached an unprecedented agreement regarding a very important strategic location in North America, Greenland. The agreement we reached is with the beautiful Kingdom of Denmark. The people of Greenland have given us permanent control to be responsible for the security of Greenland. We will do everything we can to defend the American continent as well as Europe and other regions. The adversaries of the United States will never be able to establish a military presence in Greenland; it will not happen again, or they cannot engage in other activities without our explicit written permission. We will soon develop and build our military bases in appropriate locations in Greenland, two major military bases. This agreement will be signed later today. I look forward to signing this agreement with the great people of Denmark and Greenland; this experience is fantastic. We are expanding our footprint in the Arctic and the North Atlantic, which will allow us to protect the Americas, protect the entire region, and also significantly strengthen NATO. I know you, Rutte, are also sitting in the audience. You are indeed a remarkable NATO leader. Now NATO is stronger than ever, doing what people previously thought was impossible, increasing defense spending to 5% of GDP, which will only bring them greater protection.

We see the catastrophic Russia-Ukraine war. As I said before, tens of thousands are killed every month. Last week, to commemorate Graham, I signed a new law. If necessary, I will use tariffs; it is time to stop the killing. I also want to praise the work done by the great First Lady. She has ensured the reunification of many displaced Ukrainian and Russian children with their families. Thank you, First Lady. Where is the First Lady sitting? Where is she sitting? She is sitting below anyway, I can't see clearly from here. Thank you very much, First Lady, you have done a fantastic job, you have worked hard. She is the first First Lady to host a Security Council meeting, which she did this year. Now she has a committee with historic members to help children and young people around the world. First Lady, thank you, you have done very well.

Under the leadership of Ambassador Mark Wallace at the United Nations, we have joined many countries here to implement the most sweeping reforms in the history of the UN. For the first time ever, we have reduced the budget, cutting it by 15% in 2026, and eliminated 4,000 positions within the UN bureaucracy. The UN has enormous potential, as I have said for many years, but it cannot impose a far-left agenda and bureaucracy on sovereign nations. Last year, we were unable to intervene to dismantle the International Maritime Organization, which wants to impose a carbon tax that would increase international shipping costs by more than 10%, perhaps even more. As long as I am President, there will be no global tax; I will not allow it.

The United States also opposes out-of-control institutions like the International Criminal Court. Our military personnel and others cannot be investigated or tried by them; they have no jurisdiction over us. These are evil people. I call on the personnel of the International Criminal Court to resign from this institution immediately. UN human rights officials have condemned us for protecting children from the mutilation and madness of gender transition, and for enforcing our immigration laws. What they have done is terrible—mutilating our children for gender transition. The hypocrites at the Human Rights Council say nothing about the Christians being persecuted around the world. It is unimaginable; I did not even know I would have to address this issue, and it has been going on for a long time. The most oppressive regimes in the world persecute Christians, yet they want to open our borders and let people from the worst places on Earth flood in. We used to have undefended borders, but we will not do that anymore.

There is an organization within the UN called UNESCO. They protect cultural heritage, but they also promote the global implementation of these immigration policies, which actually destroys cultural artifacts. Illegal immigration is not a human right; protecting a sovereign nation is a human right. We are determined to do so, and you should too. We also oppose any attempt to create a global conspiracy to control artificial intelligence. Everyone is talking about this—super intelligence. The term 'artificial' makes it sound fake, but it is not fake; it is remarkable. From now on, we will call it 'Super Intelligence.' It is not what people think. From now on, all documents in the United States and around the world should use more accurate terminology: Super Intelligence, not Artificial Intelligence. Let's call it Super Intelligence from now on. In other words, welcome to the world of Super Intelligence, abbreviated as SI, not AI. Super Intelligence is more accurate and sounds better. Let's see if it can be more powerful—Super Intelligence.

Every new technology brings challenges, and Super Intelligence is no exception. Some people say that because of global warming, we will all be dead in 12 years, claiming climate change is happening, but our planet is cooling, not warming, and no one is dying. The same group of people now says that AI will kill us all, that robots will attack us—it is the same group. They started by spreading rumors about Russia, rumors about communicating with Russia, rumors about Ukraine, and issues like undefended borders. As long as you win the battle for AI—for Super Intelligence—you win. We are currently leading China, and China is nowhere near us; other countries are nowhere near us. We are determined to maintain this momentum. I am very determined. This growth will be greater than the Industrial Revolution, a technology even bigger than the Internet. I do not want to stifle it; we must be very careful.

Our Department of Justice has already used it, and it has been used well; everything is going smoothly. If other law enforcement agencies need to do so, they will also exercise control, but we will encourage the development of Super Intelligence rather than restrict it. We will monitor it closely through the Department of Justice. We are at the forefront of Super Intelligence in the world, and we will continue to do so safely and responsibly. The United States will never back down from the frontier or from challenges, no matter how daunting they may be. Freedom is not something we won easily; it has lasted for 250 years, and we will never give up our freedom. Back in 1776, in New York and Washington, soldiers declared independence because a British fleet with over 100 warships came to suppress the uprising. Thousands of troops disembarked, but we won, and it was a decisive victory. We believe in great principles, and we should have the determination and the will to defend our country.

250 years later, as we deliberate here today, every country—every country present—must face this challenge head-on. We will stand united against the common enemies of humanity. If we do not listen to wise counsel, if we succumb to fear, and if we fail to fulfill the responsibilities we owe to our people, it will not work. Only by standing united can we make our world better and safer, our nations stronger, and our economies greater. We must not just talk about prosperity and justice at the UN; we must stand up and achieve it all over the world. Together, we will build a better future for our people—brighter, more hopeful, and more beautiful. Thank you all. God bless all the nations of the world, God bless the United States of America. Thank you.