From Insight to Action: Why Leaders Gather at the 2026 Leaders Summit
The annual Leaders Summit, hosted on 22-23 September 2026, is the flagship UN General Assembly event hosted by the United Nations Global Compact, bringing together a global community of leaders from business, Government and civil society to turn shared principles into meaningful action.
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The event blended high-level leadership dialogue with action-oriented, practical sessions, reflecting its dual purpose: to showcase what is possible when business leads with ambition, and to equip participants with the tools to move from commitment to delivery.
Reactive supply chains are costing companies more than they realize. When disruption hits, companies need to respond quickly. Procurement looks for alternative suppliers. Operations adjusts timelines. Finance absorbs unexpected cost increases. Leadership attention shifts from growth priorities to damage control.
Unlocking Intra-African Trade: Five Mindset Shifts from African CEOs
As global markets continue to shift, intra-African trade is emerging as one of the continent’s greatest opportunities for long-term economic growth, resilience and competitiveness.
On 28 November, the Global Compact Network Ireland officially launched in Dublin. The launch of the new Network marks a pivotal moment, as it connects Irish businesses to a global movement dedicated to advancing sustainable business practices and aiming to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
COP29 concluded recently in Baku, Azerbaijan. With mixed results, the conference sought to mobilize and align private and public finance to support ambitious climate goals and find agreement on many other critical issues.
Biodiversity COP16 marked a turning point in global engagement, with over 23,000 participants, including more than 3,000 from the private sector, coming together in Colombia from 21 October to 1 November.
Updated every five years, NDCs are meant to progressively increase ambition, keeping the world on track to meet the long-term goals of the Paris Agreement.
This year, at UNGA79, discussions focused on the Pact for the Future, a framework aimed at tackling global challenges like climate action, technological governance and human security​.
To be a young girl in Nepal has more than its share of challenges. Known for its towering mountains and breathtaking vistas, Nepal grapples with child marriage, child labor and persistent gender inequality. Participating companies of the UN Global Compact are using their businesses to tackle these issues and empower their workers, their families and their communities.
