Feature: UN General Debate spans global challenges, from climate change to nuclear risks

by William M. Reilly UNITED NATIONS, Sept. 23 (Xinhua) -- A sampling of some of the approximately 200 speeches scheduled for the 81st UN General Assembly General Debate has showed that the topics are as wide-ranging as the countries represented. From small island states to the five permanent members of the Security Council, member states take turns at the dark green marble podium in the General Assembly Hall to address issues of their choosing. A 15-minute speaking limit is suggested, with a...