Palais des Nations
conference centerLarge international conference complex overlooking Lake Geneva that houses the United Nations Office at Geneva; formerly the League of Nations headquarters. It contains assembly halls, conference rooms and diplomatic offices used for high-level international meetings and events.
Upcoming Events (50)
Meeting the Inequality Emergency: Geneva Conference
A Geneva-based international conference at Palais des Nations tackling the inequality emergency, bringing together policymakers, researchers, and civil society to forge a new era of understanding and cooperation.
GE.6 Seed Potatoes Standardization - 53rd Session
International Geneva conference session on seed-potato standardization (GE.6) at Palais des Nations, tackling technical criteria, interoperability of national standards, and cross-border policy coordination among UNECE member states.
94th session of the Working Party on Pollution and Energy
An international policy meeting at the Palais des Nations in Geneva: the 94th session of UNECE's Working Party on Pollution and Energy gathers delegates to discuss pollution control, energy policy alignment, and multilateral cooperation on environmental issues.
Human Rights Committee — 145th session
At Palais des Nations, Geneva, the UN Human Rights Committee holds its 145th session, reviewing state reports from Andorra, Canada, Chad, Moldova and Slovakia with formal questions, responses, and expert treaty-body scrutiny.
Global Forum for Road Traffic Safety (92nd session)
Global Forum for Road Traffic Safety brings policymakers and industry experts to Geneva's Palais des Nations for the 92nd session to discuss road safety governance and international best practices.
5th Annual Session: Racial Justice & Equality in Law Enforcement
UN Geneva hosts the 5th Annual Session of the International Independent Expert Mechanism to Advance Racial Justice and Equality in Law Enforcement at Palais des Nations, presenting expert panels on accountability, policy reform, and racial justice in policing.
95th meeting of the Standing Committee
The 95th Standing Committee meeting in Geneva brings UNHCR officials and partners to the Palais des Nations for high-level policy discussions, coordination on refugee protection, and international collaboration.
Conference on Disarmament — Part I
A high-level UN conference at Palais des Nations, Geneva, kicking off Part I of the Disarmament Conference with expert panels on arms control, non-proliferation, and strategic security, featuring diplomats, researchers, and policy makers.
Committee on Enforced Disappearances — 30th session
At the Palais des Nations in Geneva, the Committee on Enforced Disappearances convenes its 30th session, reviewing states parties’ reports (Malawi, Samoa) and information on Ecuador and Iraq during a formal UN conference.
Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities — 34th session
Official UN session of the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (34th session) at the Palais des Nations, Geneva, reviewing States parties’ reports from Guinea-Bissau, Lesotho, Liberia, Marshall Islands, Pakistan, and Samoa.
GANHRI Annual Meeting | 39th session
Geneva hosts the GANHRI Annual Meeting (39th session) at Palais des Nations, a high-level international conference where national human rights institutions discuss governance standards, reporting, and collaborative action.
Human Rights Council — 61st session
Official session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (61st session) at Palais des Nations, Geneva, bringing together diplomats and experts for high-level deliberations on core human rights issues in a formal, international setting and live via global webcast.
Day of Reflection: 1994 Genocide in Rwanda (Tutsi)
An official conference in Geneva at the Palais des Nations reflecting on the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, featuring experts discussing memory, justice, and prevention, and honoring victims.
TIR Executive Board (109th session)
The TIR Executive Board holds its 109th session at Palais des Nations, Geneva, gathering UNECE member states and delegates to discuss updates to the UN TIR convention and cross-border transport policy in a formal, high-level setting.
9th Expert Meeting on Statistics for Sustainable Development Goals
The 9th Expert Meeting on Statistics for Sustainable Development Goals gathers statisticians, policymakers and researchers at Palais des Nations in Geneva to discuss SDG indicators, data quality, and methods for monitoring progress toward sustainable development.
CAT 84th session
An international Geneva conference hosting the 84th session of the Committee Against Torture (CAT) at Palais des Nations, featuring discussions on torture prevention, human rights protections, and CAT reporting within UN human-rights mechanisms.
Working Party on General Safety Provisions (131st session)
An official UNECE gathering in Geneva for the 131st session of the Working Party on General Safety Provisions, held at Palais des Nations to discuss and align international safety provisions and regulatory guidelines.
Multi-year expert meeting on transport, trade logistics and facilitation — 12th session
International Geneva conference at Palais des Nations where UNCTAD hosts the 12th session of a multi-year expert meeting on transport, trade logistics and trade facilitation, examining policy coordination and supply-chain modernization.
5th Session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent
International Geneva hosts the 5th session of the UN Permanent Forum on People of African Descent at Palais des Nations, gathering diplomats, experts, and advocates to discuss rights, policy guidance, and progress on racial justice and inclusion.
Multi-year Expert Meeting on Trade, Services & Development — 12th session
International Geneva conference featuring senior trade, services and development experts for the 12th session of the multi-year meeting at the Palais des Nations, exploring policy options, cooperation, and global governance.
CSTD 29th Session
International Geneva conference: the Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) holds its 29th session at the Palais des Nations, featuring high-level discussions on science, technology and development policy, with expert briefings, policy outcomes, and side even
Digital World Conference 2026: Digital Technology for Social Development
Geneva’s Palais des Nations hosts the Digital World Conference 2026, a global forum on digital technology for social development. Organized by UNRISD, the event features policy-led discussions, panels, and strategic insights for inclusive tech.
Panel discussion on gender inclusion in an AI-powered future
A high-level CSTD-side panel at Palais des Nations exploring how gender inclusion can shape an AI-powered future, featuring international experts discussing policy, ethics, and inclusive technology development in Geneva.
Regional Forum on Sustainable Development for the UNECE Region 2026 (RFSD)
International Geneva conference at Palais des Nations for the RFSD 2026, bringing policymakers, experts, and stakeholders from the UNECE region to review progress on Sustainable Development Goals and set regional priorities.
Multistakeholder Dialogue on Quantum - WMD Nexus
International Geneva conference inviting researchers, policymakers, and diplomats to a multistakeholder dialogue on the Quantum–WMD Nexus at Palais des Nations, exploring governance, security implications, and policy pathways.
28th session of the Working Group on Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
The 28th session of UNECE's Working Group on Environmental Monitoring and Assessment convenes at Palais des Nations in Geneva for international discussions on monitoring methods, data sharing, and environmental assessments shaping regional policy.
4th Europe and Central Asia Food System Transformation Meeting
An international Geneva gathering organized by the UN Food Systems Hub to discuss Europe and Central Asia food system transformation, examining policy, governance, and sustainable practices at Palais des Nations.
UNECE Resource Management Week 2026
A week-long international conference at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, gathering UNECE experts and stakeholders to discuss sustainable energy and resource management policy, innovation, and collaboration.
Expert Group on Equitable Access to Water and Sanitation
International Geneva conference at the Palais des Nations featuring the UNECE Expert Group on equitable access to water and sanitation, addressing policy, governance, and practical routes toward universal access.
29th Task Force on Health meeting
Geneva's Palais des Nations hosts the 29th Task Force on Health meeting, an international UNECE conference where policymakers and health experts discuss policy coordination, data sharing, and global health initiatives in a formal setting.
Navigating Global Sustainability Standards in Mining
An international conference at Palais des Nations exploring how global sustainability standards shape mining practices, policy synergies, and responsible resource management within global frameworks.
Universal Periodic Review / 52nd session #UPR52
International Geneva conference marking UPR52 at Palais des Nations, with country-by-country reviews, expert briefings, and interactive human rights discussions hosted by OHCHR.
Multi-year expert meeting on investment, innovation and entrepreneurship
An international policy conference in Geneva's Palais des Nations examining investment, innovation and entrepreneurship for productive capacity-building and sustainable development, marking the 12th session of this multi-year expert meeting.
Meeting of the Group of Experts on Quality of Employment
Formal gathering of UNECE experts at the Palais des Nations in Geneva to discuss standards and policies advancing the quality of employment worldwide, featuring high-level briefings, interactive panel discussions, and strategic recommendations.
Expert Group on Conjunctive Water Management Environmental Policy
International Geneva conference hosted at the Palais des Nations, bringing an expert group together to discuss conjunctive water management within environmental policy and to coordinate policy, research, and practical guidance for sustainable water use.
HRC Expert Mechanism on Racial Justice – 5th session
Formal international conference in Geneva for the UN Human Rights Council Expert Mechanism on Racial Justice and Equality in Law Enforcement, 5th session at Palais des Nations, with expert briefings and discussions on accountability, policing reform, and rights safeguards.
Working Party on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (WP.15) (119th session)
The UN Economic Commission for Europe hosts the 119th session of WP.15 in Geneva’s Palais des Nations, a formal conference where experts discuss international transport of dangerous goods, safety standards, and regulatory frameworks.
Global Workshop on the Use of New Technologies and Innovation for Monitoring and Assessment
Global Workshop at Palais des Nations, Geneva, gathering policymakers and researchers to explore how new technologies and innovations enhance monitoring and assessment under the UNECE Water Convention.
Group of Experts on Passenger Information in Stations and Hubs - 4th session
International Geneva hosts the 4th session of the Group of Experts on Passenger Information in Stations and Hubs at Palais des Nations, bringing transport policy experts together to discuss standards, data sharing, and passenger guidance across hubs and stations.
21st meeting of the Working Group on Monitoring and Assessment
International policy experts gather at the Palais des Nations in Geneva for the 21st meeting of the UNECE Working Group on Monitoring and Assessment to discuss monitoring methods, data integration, and assessment outcomes in a formal, high-level conference setting.
Sand and Sustainability: Report Launch
An international Geneva conference launching a key report on sand as a vital resource for nature and development, hosted at the Palais des Nations, featuring policy experts and researchers discussing governance, sustainability, and development implications.
Meeting of the Bureau of the Water Convention
International Geneva gathering at Palais des Nations: the Bureau of the Water Convention meets to discuss governance, reporting, and cooperation on transboundary water resources, with diplomats and policymakers from UNECE member states.
Intergovernmental Experts Group on E-commerce & Digital Economy – 9th session
An international Geneva conference where government experts discuss e-commerce and the digital economy at the 9th session of the Intergovernmental Group, hosted at the Palais des Nations, under UNCTAD auspices to shape global policy.
GE.1 Fruit & Vegetable Standardization session
International Geneva conference session by UNECE GE.1 on the standardization of fresh fruit and vegetables at Palais des Nations. A formal gathering examining global standards, compliance, and trade implications for producers and regulators.
Conference on Disarmament (Part II)
An international disarmament conference in Geneva's Palais des Nations (Part II), gathering diplomats, policymakers, and experts to debate arms control, verification, non-proliferation, and security priorities on the global stage.
Expert Group on Climate Change under the Protocol on Water and Health
International Geneva conference session of the Expert Group on Climate Change under the Protocol on Water and Health, hosted at Palais des Nations, examining climate-change impacts and policy options under the Water Convention.
GE.2 Session on Standardization of Dry & Dried Produce
International Geneva conference: the Seventy-third session of UNECE GE.2 on the Standardization of Dry and Dried Produce, bringing policymakers, industry experts, and standards professionals to Palais des Nations to discuss norms, testing, and compliance.
Implementation Committee (Espoo Convention), 65th session
The 65th session of the Espoo Convention's Implementation Committee convenes at Palais des Nations, Geneva, for a formal session on cross-border environmental impact assessment under UNECE rules, inviting member states and international officials.
World Health Assembly — 79th session
The 79th World Health Assembly gathers at Palais des Nations, Geneva, May 18–23, 2026, for high-level health policy debates and decision-making among member states and WHO.
World Bee Day 2026
Global conference on World Bee Day 2026 at Palais des Nations in Geneva, bringing together international experts to discuss pollinator health, beekeeping, biodiversity, and policy implications in a formal, scholarly setting.