ICH Special Bulletins, September 2024 – Summit of the Future Information Clearinghouse

The Zero Draft of the Pact for the Future was released on January 26, 2024. Following consultations with member states, Rev. 1 was published on May 14, 2024. This was followed by Rev. 2, which emerged after the second reading and was released on July 17, 2024. The third revision (Rev. 3) followed on August 27, 2024, and shortly thereafter, the fourth revision (Rev. 4) was released on September 13, 2024. The most recent update, Rev. 5, was disseminated on September 19, 2024. The Pact for the Future and its Annexes were adopted on September 22, 2024. This bulletin will highlight the key topics addressed in the Chapeau and summarize the evolution of the revisions of the Pact for the Future.

The Zero Draft of the Pact for the Future was released on January 26, 2024. Following consultations with member states, Rev. 1 was published on May 14, 2024. This was followed by Rev. 2, which emerged after the second reading and was released on July 17, 2024. The third revision (Rev. 3) followed on August 27, 2024, and shortly thereafter, the fourth revision (Rev. 4) was released on September 13, 2024. The most recent update, Rev. 5, was disseminated on September 19, 2024. The Pact for the Future and its Annexes were adopted on September 22, 2024. This bulletin will highlight the key topics addressed in ‘Chapter 1: Sustainable development and financing for development’ and summarize the evolution of the revisions of the Pact for the Future.

Chapter 2 on International Peace and Security was a politically contentious and significant chapter seeking to tackle one of the main purposes of the UN, which is to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war. The Peace & Security architecture of the UN is facing a series of challenges in recent times and the Pact has taken stock of the situation and provided some, if not all, the solutions and has set the direction for future work. With regards to filling gaps in global governance, specifically in the area of Peace & Security, the Pact has achieved progress in some areas, while falling short in others.
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This bulletin traces key changes from the Zero Draft to the latest revision circulated by PGA of Chapter 3. Which emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration to address complex global challenges. Reinforces responsible research that upholds human rights, with a continued focus on protecting scientific researchers. Other significant developments include integrating human rights into technology regulation and broadening efforts to address talent mobility by providing education and workforce opportunities. Additionally, Chapter 3 underscores the role of science and innovation in climate action and sustainable development. Notably, intellectual property rights provisions, initially aimed at helping developing countries, were later removed.
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The Pact for the Future has progressed through multiple revisions, with Rev. 5 released on September 19, 2024 and circulated by the President of the General Assembly (PGA) on 20 September as an advance unedited version. This bulletin highlights key themes from Chapter 4 of Rev. 5 which emphasizes the crucial role of youth as agents of positive change in global peace, security, and human rights. It also addresses the need for equitable access to essential services for young people, particularly those in vulnerable situations. Additionally, it underscores the importance of investing in youth engagement, both nationally and internationally, and calls for contributions to the UN Youth Fund to promote inclusive global participation.
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The Zero Draft of the Pact for the Future was released on January 26, 2024. Following consultations with member states, Rev. 1 was published on May 14, 2024. This was followed by Rev. 2, which emerged after the second reading and was released on July 17, 2024. The third revision (Rev. 3) followed on August 27, 2024, and shortly thereafter, the fourth revision (Rev. 4) was released on September 13, 2024. The most recent update, Rev. 5, was disseminated on September 19, 2024. The Pact for the Future and its Annexes were adopted on September 22, 2024. This bulletin will highlight the key topics addressed in ‘Chapter 5: Transforming global governance’ and summarize the evolution of the revisions of the Pact for the Future.

The Global Digital Compact was co-facilitated by the Permanent Representatives of Sweden and Rwanda to the United Nations. Since the Zero Draft, it has undergone several revisions. The latest draft, circulated by the PGA on September 20, 2024, introduces key updates to address the pace and risks of emerging technologies, with a focus on human oversight and stronger international cooperation. It emphasizes digital technology in the non-military domain. Gender equality is given more prominence, tackling barriers for women and girls in accessing digital technology. The draft strengthens commitments to AI by establishing a multidisciplinary International Scientific Panel on AI. It also highlights data governance, privacy, and security, while introducing frameworks to mitigate online gender-based violence, disinformation, and child exploitation. The document emphasizes building resilience against misinformation, supporting journalists, and enhancing crisis-specific information systems. Notably, targets for internet speeds have been dropped from earlier drafts. This bulletin explores key themes from Rev.5 and the latest draft circulated by the PGA and the document’s transformation over several revisions.
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The Declaration on Future Generations, initiated in 2022, has progressed through several revisions, with Rev. 5 released in September 2024. Co-facilitated by the Permanent Representatives of the Netherlands and Jamaica, the Declaration emphasizes intergenerational solidarity, climate action, and the protection of human rights. It highlights the need for inclusive governance and sustainable development, while also supporting the Secretary-General’s proposal to appoint a Special Envoy for Future Generations. This bulletin explores key themes from Rev. 5 and the document’s evolution.
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