International Delegate’s Day observed globally on 25 April

International Delegate’s Day observed globally on 25 April every year. This day is observed to raise awareness of the role of the representatives and delegates of the Member States to the United Nations.

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International Delegate’s Day marks the anniversary of the first day of the San Francisco Conference which is also known as the United Nations Conference on International Organization. This year is the 75th anniversary of the San Francisco Conference.

History of International Delegate’s Day:

On 25 April 1945, delegates from 50 countries came together for the first time in San Francisco. The conference happened after the devastation of the second world war. The delegates aimed to set up an organization that would restore world peace and imposes rules on the post-war world order. On 2 April 2019, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed 25 April as International Delegate’s Day.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

• Secretary-General of the United Nations: Antonio Guterres.
• The United Nations (UN) is an organization between countries established on 24 October 1945 to promote international cooperation.

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