Media Accreditation & Liaison Unit Logistical support and information to members of the press

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addresses journalists with Margot Wallstrom, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden. UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe

For assistance, visit the Media Accreditation and Liaison Unit (MALU) on the 2nd floor of the Secretariat (S-250).
For photo opportunities with the Secretary-General, report to MALU 30 minutes prior to meeting (photo/video only).
Attendance at briefings is limited to accredited journalists. Information provided for planning purposes.

Monday, 15 December 2025

Time	Location	Event

10:00 am	General Assembly Hall	General Assembly: 62nd plenary meeting Report of the Third Committee Organization of work, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items - Item 7: Notes by the Secretary-General A/80/241 and A/80/242
10:00 am	Trusteeship Council Chamber	High-Level Stocktaking Event on the 10th Anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 2250
10:00 am	Security Council Chamber	Security Council meeting: Maintenance of international peace and security Leadership for peace Letter dated 1 December 2025 from the Permanent Representative of Slovenia to the United Nations addressed to the Secretary-General (S/2025/788)
Following above (Approx.11:30 am)	Security Council Stakeout	Press Encounter by a delegation of The Elders, who will speak about the selection process for the next UN secretary-general, the urgent need for Security Council reform, and the importance of the United Nations reclaiming its foundational role in conflict prevention
12:00 pm	Press Briefing Room, S-237	Hybrid Press Briefing by the Spokesperson for the President of the General Assembly
Following above	Press Briefing Room, S-237	Hybrid Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
3:00 pm	General Assembly Hall	General Assembly: 63rd plenary meeting Report of the Second Committee (A/80/555) Reports of the Sixth Committee Integrated and coordinated implementation of and follow-up to the outcomes of the major United Nations conferences and summits in the economic, social and related fields - Item 13: draft resolution (A/80/L.21)
3:00 pm	Trusteeship Council Chamber	Peacebuilding Commission: Ambassadorial-level meeting on the peaceful settlement of border disputes in Central Asia

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. What should I do if my media ground pass is stolen or missing?

A. If your media ground pass is lost or stolen, you MUST immediately report it to the Media Accreditation Office (located at the corner of 45th Street & First Avenue).

Q. Where do I go to pick up my media ground pass?

A. Please follow instructions in the approval email. Temporary pass applicants should go to the Media Accreditation Office office located at 45th Street & First Avenue. Long-term pass applicants should go to the Pass and ID Unit at 320 East 45th Street (between First and Second Avenues).

Q. What should the letter asking for my accreditation contain?

A. The letter, on letterhead and signed by an authorized official (e.g., the Publisher, Assignment Editor or Bureau Chief) of the media organization seeking accreditation, should have the name(s) of those who need the accrediation, what they will cover and the length of the assignment. It should also specify the function(s) of the individual(s) who will be coming.

Q. Are there any restrictions?

A. Media accreditation is only for coverage of UN activities at Headquarters, and does not constitute an endorsement for any other purpose. At any time, the Media Accreditation and Liaison Unit (MALU) may revoke accreditation if it is put to improper use; if it is determined that the accreditation has not been used to cover UN events; if it has been used to abuse the privileges so extended; or if personal or public conduct is not consistent with the best interest of the Organization. The press pass must not be loaned to another person; UN Security will confiscate any pass in the possession of any individual to whom it was not issued!

If several people from the same company need an accreditation, please have all the names in one letter.

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Monday, 15 December 2025

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