Action 23(c).1

Enhance coordination of the United Nations counter-terrorism efforts and cooperation between the United Nations and relevant regional and subregional organizations to prevent and combat terrorism in accordance with international law, ... [while considering revitalizing efforts towards the conclusion of a comprehensive convention on international terrorism.]

UN entity lead: Office of Counter-Terrorism

Milestone 1 | Deadline 30 June 2025

The United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Coordination Compact retreat held in June 2025, resulting in agreement on structured regional engagement through rotational regional forums, designation of regional focal points, and thematic brainstorming consultations with the Compact’s Working Groups.

Milestone 2 | Deadline 31 March 2026

Annual high-level United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Coordination Compact Coordination Committee meeting held in Q1 2026, with a focus on advancing structured engagement with regional and subregional organizations.

Milestone 3 | Deadline 30 June 2026

High-Level Conference held in June 2026 by UNOCT on “A Future Free from Terrorism: Consolidating the Global Commitment to Multi-Stakeholder Approaches to Counter-Terrorism through Member States’ Leadership and Action”.

Milestone 4 | Deadline 31 December 2026

Joint initiatives undertaken with Tajikistan and Kuwait to advance the implementation of the “Kuwait Phase” of the Dushanbe Process on Counter-Terrorism, contributing to strengthened coordination between the UN and regional organizations.

Fighting terrorism requires unity and coordination. This action strengthens cooperation between the United Nations and regional organizations to prevent and counter terrorism – in full respect of international law.

The United Nations will continue to support Member States in realizing their commitment to pursuing a future free from terrorism. The next review of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, coinciding with its 20^th anniversary in 2026, offers a unique opportunity for the General Assembly to provide concrete guidance for recalibrating efforts across the United Nations system. In June 2026, during Counter-Terrorism Week when the General Assembly is due to adopt a resolution on the review of the Strategy, the Office of Counter-Terrorism will convene a high-level international conference to take stock of progress and chart the way forward.