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.

TUESDAY, 29 SEPTEMBER 2026

Accredited media can enter at 1st Ave. And 46th St. and proceed to MALU Office (S-250) for escort and assistance

Time	Location	Event
9:45 am	Security Council Stakeout	Press Encounter by Ambassador Jérôme Bonnafont, Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations, on climate and security, joined by signatories of the Climate, Peace and Security Joint Pledges
10:00 am	Security Council Chamber	Security Council meeting: The question concerning Haiti Letter dated 10 September 2026 from the Secretary-General addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/2026/732)
Following above	Security Council Chamber	Security Council meeting: The situation concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (S/2026/748)
Following above	Security Council Consultations Room	Security Council consultations (closed) · MONUSCO · Other matters
10:00 am	Trusteeship Council Chamber	High-level plenary meeting to commemorate and promote the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons (26 September) Programme
11:05 am	MALU Office, S-250	Photo opportunity: The Secretary-General with H.E. Mr. Vijitha Herath, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
12:00 pm	MALU Office, S-250	Photo opportunity: The Secretary-General with H.E. Mr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister for External Affairs, Republic of India
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
4:45 pm	Security Council Stakeout	Press Encounter by Ambassador Jérôme Bonnafont, Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations

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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 (send emailto malu@un.org).

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

A. Please wait for the pass collection email, which will include instructions and must be presented at the Pass and ID Unit (320 East 45th Street).

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

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

Q. Are there any restrictions?

A. Please review the Media Access guidelines. 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.

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