Renewing Multilateralism: France’s Perspective on Collective Action in a Changing World

On 11 November 2026, UNU will host “ Renewing Multilateralism: France’s Perspective on Collective Action in a Changing World” , a conversation with Jean-Louis Falconi , French diplomat and Director of the United Nations, International Organizations, Human Rights, and Francophonie, Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France. The event will start at 18:30 in the 2F Reception Hall at UNU Headquarters in Tokyo.

As geopolitical balances shift, strategic competition intensifies and the United Nations faces growing pressure to adapt, the need for effective collective responses to global challenges has become increasingly urgent. From international security and humanitarian crises to rapid technological change, strengthening multilateral cooperation will be essential for addressing challenges that no country can tackle alone. As a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, a member of NATO and the current chair of the G7, France plays a significant role across multiple multilateral forums.

Jean-Louis Falconi will join United Nations University Chief of Staff Michael Baldock to discuss France’s perspective on building a more action-oriented, effective and legitimate multilateral system. The conversation will explore prospects for United Nations reform, the development of new partnerships and coalitions, and ways to strengthen international cooperation in response to emerging global challenges. The discussion will consider how France approaches renewed forms of cooperation and how existing institutions, new partnerships and collective initiatives can contribute to more coordinated and concrete responses to the challenges of today and tomorrow.

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