According to the UN Secretary-General, at this meeting, the Heads of State and Government, should take decisions which will lead to the elimination of poverty and inequality, and strengthening the protection of the environment for future generations.
In the summit declaration states are to promise to achieve sustainable development in three areas: economic, social and environmental. The new agenda for development identified seventeen goals and 169 tasks of sustainable development.
The summit will last until September 27.
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