Palais des Nations

UN Expert Mechanism on Indigenous Peoples – 19th Session

International Geneva hosts the 19th session of the UN Human Rights Council Expert Mechanism on Indigenous Peoples at Palais des Nations, where international experts discuss standards, rights protections, and actionable recommendations for Indigenous communities worldwide.

CRPD 35th Session

In Geneva, the UN hosts the 35th session of the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) at Palais des Nations, a formal gathering to review state reports, discuss rights protections, and issue recommendations for implementation.

International Law Commission 77th Session - Second Part

The International Law Commission's 77th Session, Second Part, convenes diplomats and legal scholars at the Palais des Nations in Geneva to discuss developments in international law, treaty interpretation, and state responsibility in a formal UN setting.

Biological Weapons Convention Working Group, 9th session

International Geneva meeting at the Palais des Nations for the 9th session of the Working Group on strengthening the Biological Weapons Convention, advancing treaty strengthening, compliance, and disarmament dialogue among diplomats.

GGE on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems

International Geneva event at Palais des Nations where the Group of Governmental Experts on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems debates legal, ethical, and policy implications of autonomous weaponry under the CCW, with diplomats and experts shaping future arms-control norms.

Investment, Enterprise & Development Commission: 16th Session

An International Geneva conference as the Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission meets for its 16th session at the Palais des Nations, gathering UN member-state representatives to discuss investment, enterprise and development policy on the global stage.

Implementation Committee (Espoo Convention), 66th session

The 66th session of the Espoo Convention Implementation Committee meets at Palais des Nations, Geneva, to advance environmental impact assessment governance, treaty compliance, and UNECE discussions among member states in a formal, international setting.

HRC 63rd Session

International Geneva conference at the Palais des Nations for the United Nations Human Rights Council HRC 63rd session, gathering diplomats and experts to discuss global human rights issues and procedural deliberations.

Trade and Development Board, 73rd session

International Geneva conference presenting the 73rd session of the Trade and Development Board at Palais des Nations, gathering UN officials, policymakers and diplomats to discuss global trade, development policy, and sustainable growth.

Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions

International Geneva conference in the Palais des Nations to review the Convention on Cluster Munitions, gathering diplomats and experts to discuss compliance, humanitarian impact, and the next steps in international arms-control policy.

Workshop on international standards of accounting and reporting

UNCTAD hosts a formal workshop at Palais des Nations in Geneva, exploring international accounting and reporting standards and the frameworks guiding global financial disclosure for policymakers, practitioners, and auditors.

IGWG: International Accounting and Reporting Standards – 43rd Session

Formal intergovernmental meeting in Geneva's Palais des Nations for the 43rd session of experts discussing international accounting and reporting standards, advancing global harmonization and governance.

CEDAW 94th Session

The United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) holds its 94th session at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, reviewing state reports and advancing measures to eliminate discrimination against women under international law.

UN Geneva Open Day

Experience the UN Geneva Open Day, a major conference at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, featuring international talks and panels in the iconic UN venue, with policy briefings, networking, and insights from global experts.

Working Party on the Programme Plan and Programme Performance, 91st session

Official UN conference session at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, where delegates of the Working Party on the Programme Plan and Programme Performance discuss the 91st session’s programme planning, performance metrics, and multilateral coordination.

22nd AGM of the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining & Sustainable Development

The 22nd AGM of the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development gathers policymakers and industry leaders at Palais des Nations, Geneva, to advance sustainable mining governance and cross-border collaboration.

6th UN Forum of Mayors

The 6th UN Forum of Mayors will convene at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, bringing city leaders together to discuss urban governance, climate resilience, and inclusive development in a high-level, international policy setting.

77th plenary session of the Executive Committee

In Geneva, the 77th plenary session of the UNHCR Executive Committee convenes at the Palais des Nations, a formal, high-level gathering to discuss humanitarian policy, coordination, and international cooperation.

Multi-year Expert Meeting on Commodities and Development, 17th session

International Geneva conference hosted at Palais des Nations for the 17th session of the Multi-year Expert Meeting on Commodities and Development, organized by UNCTAD to discuss commodities policy, development impact, and global governance.

Universal Periodic Review / 53rd session #UPR53

A formal United Nations event at the Palais des Nations in Geneva: the Universal Periodic Review 53rd session (UPR53), a key Human Rights Council review examining member state obligations; diplomats, NGOs, and experts gather for updates and dialogue.

Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons — Protocol V Meeting of Experts

International Geneva hosts the Protocol V Meeting of Experts at the Palais des Nations, under the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons, to discuss compliance, risk reduction, enforcement, and future steps in weapons regulation.

GANHRI Sub-Committee on Accreditation | 4th session

A formal international conference in Geneva as GANHRI's Sub-Committee on Accreditation meets for its 4th session at Palais des Nations to discuss accreditation standards, governance, and human-rights mechanisms within the UN system.

CCW Amended Protocol II — Group of Experts

International Geneva conference where the Group of Experts discusses the Amended Protocol II of the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons, held at Palais des Nations. A formal policy-focused session on international humanitarian law and weapons regulation.

Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Financing for Development, 10th session

UNCTAD hosts the Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Financing for Development for its 10th session at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, a high-level policy meeting examining innovative finance, development cooperation, and global reform options.

Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons — 20th Protocol V Annual Conference

An international conference at Palais des Nations in Geneva for the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons' 20th Protocol V Annual Conference, gathering diplomats and experts to discuss arms-control measures, compliance, and protocol updates.

Forum on Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law

International Geneva conference at the Palais des Nations on human rights, democracy and the rule of law, gathering policymakers, scholars and practitioners to discuss safeguards for fundamental freedoms and the future of global governance.

Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons — 7th Review Conference

International Geneva event: The 7th Review Conference of the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons convened at the Palais des Nations, gathering diplomats and experts to assess implementation, compliance, and future disarmament steps.

Open-ended Working Group on Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space - 4th Session

International Geneva conference marking the 4th session of the Open-ended Working Group on Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space, held at the Palais des Nations. Diplomats discuss norms, transparency, and risk reduction in outer-space arms control.

Forum on Business and Human Rights / 15th session

International Geneva hosts the 15th session of the Forum on Business and Human Rights at Palais des Nations, featuring high-level discussions on corporate accountability, responsible business conduct, and multistakeholder solutions to human rights challenges.

ECOSOC Sub-Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (AC.10/C.3) (69th session)

International Geneva meeting where the ECOSOC Sub-Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (AC.10/C.3) holds its 69th session at Palais des Nations, shaping global transport safety standards.

19th session of the Forum on Minorities Issues

UN-hosted conference session at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, the 19th Forum on Minorities Issues, bringing international policymakers and experts together to discuss protections, inclusion, and minority rights.

Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW) / 43rd session

International Geneva conference: the Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW) holds its 43rd session at Palais des Nations, with formal discussions on migrant workers’ rights, labor standards, and policy recommendations within the UN system.

Expert Mechanism on the rights of Indigenous Peoples, Intersessional Meeting

UN's Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples convenes an intersessional meeting at Palais des Nations in Geneva, exploring indigenous rights, recommendations, and international best practices in a formal, high-level conference setting.

23rd Meeting of the States Parties to the Mine-Ban Convention

UN Ad Hoc Committee Pledging Conference for UNHCR 2026

A formal UN pledging conference in Geneva's Palais des Nations where the Ad hoc Committee of the General Assembly seeks voluntary contributions to UNHCR's 2026 programme, mobilizing international donor support for refugee protection.

Meeting of the Parties to the Espoo Convention (10th session)

International Geneva intergovernmental conference where Parties to the Espoo Convention and the Protocol on SEA convene for the 10th and 6th sessions to advance transboundary environmental impact assessment rules and treaty implementation.

Ad hoc GA Committee: Pledging Conference for Voluntary Contributions

A high-level pledging conference in Geneva at the Palais des Nations where the Ad hoc Committee of the General Assembly will announce voluntary contributions to UNHCR's 2026 program, seeking donor support for refugee relief and humanitarian aid.

ECOSOC Sub-Committee on the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) – 50th session

International Geneva conference session featuring the ECOSOC Sub-Committee of Experts on the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling (GHS) – 50th session on 2 December 2026 at Palais des Nations, focusing on chemical classification, hazard communication, and la

Working group on measuring e-commerce and the digital economy, 7th meeting

An international policy conference in Geneva at the Palais des Nations, this 7th meeting of the Working Group on Measuring E-commerce and the Digital Economy focuses on developing metrics and methodologies for the digital economy. It brings policymakers and researchers together under UNCTAD to advance international statistics.

BWC Working Group on Strengthening the Convention

International Geneva policy conference on December 7, 2026, at Palais des Nations, focusing on strengthening the Biological Weapons Convention, gathering diplomats and experts for a high-level working group on disarmament, verification, and treaty improvement.

14th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Industrial Accidents Convention

International Geneva conference where parties to the Industrial Accidents Convention convene at Palais des Nations to discuss compliance, risk reduction, and emergency response coordination for industrial safety.

DMFAS Programme Advisory Group – 15th Meeting

Formal UN conference-style meeting of the DMFAS Programme Advisory Group at Palais des Nations, with international delegates discussing debt management policies, financial analysis methods, governance, and programme directions in Geneva.

Biological Weapons Convention — Meeting of States Parties

An international Geneva conference gathering states parties to the Biological Weapons Convention at Palais des Nations to discuss disarmament, biosecurity, and treaty implementation with policymakers, diplomats, and experts.

Forum on Business and Human Rights / 16th session

International Geneva hosts the 16th Forum on Business and Human Rights at Palais des Nations, gathering policymakers, business leaders and experts to discuss corporate accountability, governance, and sustainable practices in global commerce.

Forum on Minority Issues / 20th session

International Geneva UN event at Palais des Nations: the 20th session of the Forum on Minority Issues gathers diplomats, experts, and advocates to discuss protections, inclusion, and policy recommendations for minority communities.