Where is a globe riven by deep inequalities, geopolitical divisions, tragic crises and aggressions heading? For many, the current landscape as well as the future appear gloomy as the global architecture does not live up to its ideals and goals of upholding efficient and fair multilateral governance as well as peace. In this session, taking place shortly after the UN Summit of the Future, seasoned high-level UN experts familiar with the inner workings of the institution will share their views on its outcome. Will the expected documents — the Pact for the Future, and the accompanying Digital Global Compact and Declaration on Future Generations — be enough for the UN System to rebuild trust in the world body and enable it to respond adequately to future challenges? Panelists will explore how to set a meaningful roadmap of reform for the UN so it can put the SDGs back on track more effectively and help solve conflicts. They will look ahead, particularly to 2026, when the next Secretary-General will be appointed, and discuss the kind of leadership the UN needs.