The program of Prime Minister Schoof starts on Tuesday, September 23, in New York with the opening reception organized by Secretary-General Guterres of the United Nations. In the evening, he will attend a reception hosted by U.S. President Trump. On Wednesday, September 24, the Prime Minister will have dinner with representatives of Dutch companies based in the United States. On Thursday, September 25, he will address the General Assembly of the United Nations. Furthermore, during his presence at the UNGA, the Prime Minister will participate in various side events on topics including the war in Ukraine, artificial intelligence, and climate. He will also have several bilateral meetings with heads of state and government leaders.
Minister Van Weel arrives on Sunday, September 21, and will stay the entire week in New York. Minister Van Weel will have various bilateral meetings during the week, meet with EU and G20 foreign ministers, and participate in various meetings and working dinners. At the beginning of the week, he will attend the conference on the two-state solution. Furthermore, he will speak at an event on justice for Ukraine, where the Netherlands continues to play a leading role. He will also participate in sessions on the situation in the Middle East, Sudan, MH17, maritime security, and LGBTQ+ rights.
State Secretary Tielen is accompanying to attend the UN High-Level Meeting on the prevention of non-communicable diseases, such as cancer and Alzheimers, and mental health on Thursday, September 25. She will organize and speak at various side events on September 23 and 24 regarding specific gender differences within this theme. Furthermore, State Secretary Tielen will have consultations with various foreign colleagues and UN officials, aiming for knowledge exchange and joint efforts regarding womens health.
Prime Minister Mercelina of Sint Maarten, Minister Gumbs of Education, Culture, Youth, and Sports of Sint Maarten, Prime Minister Pisas of Curaçao, and Minister Cicilia of Tourism, Transport, and Labor of Aruba will speak at various events on topics such as youth, health, womens rights, and climate. Other topics on the agenda include business, artificial intelligence, and the challenges for Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
