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The General Assembly holds a Special Session in Response to the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic is not only the greatest global health crisis since the creation of the United Nations 75 years ago. It is also a humanitarian, socio-economic, security and human rights crisis. The special session provides an opportunity for the international community to assess and hone its collective response to this pandemic.

Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, reads his notes ahead of participating in a virtual press conference with Secretary-General António Guterres.

Melissa Fleming, Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, addresses the High-level Video Conference on ""The Role of Religious Leaders in Addressing the Multiple Challenges of COVID-19"".

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Headline United Nations Headquarters Closed to Public

Caption Description A view of an empty General Assembly building at the United Nations headquarters during lunchtime, when under normal circumstances the corridors and hallways are bustling with people. Since 10 March the UNHQ is closed to the public, due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Staff members are encouraged to work from home.

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Production Date 03/11/2020 12:55:17 PM

City/Location New York

Country United States of America

Credit UN Photo/Mark Garten

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