On 4 November 2025, against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions and rising inequalities, world leaders at the Second World Summit for Social Development adopted the Doha Political Declaration.
This declaration signals a renewed global commitment to building more just and inclusive societies, tackling poverty, creating decent jobs, advancing equality, and protecting human rights.
The adoption of the Declaration marks a shared commitment by governments to tackle poverty, create decent jobs, advance equality and protect human rights, underlining that social development is not only a moral imperative, but also essential for peace, stability and sustainable growth.
Author's summary: World leaders unite for a more just society.