Set against the iconic skyline of New York City, Global Peace Summit New York 2024 convened young leaders, diplomats, and peace advocates from over 70 nations in a powerful gathering of ideas, innovation, and impact. As a global hub for diplomacy and diversity, New York, home to the United Nations, provided an ideal platform for ensuring international cooperation and elevating youth voices in the realm of global peacebuilding. Moreover, the partnership with the Permanent Mission of Pakistan to the United Nations provided legitimacy to the event. The Summit gathered delegates from diverse cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds to address key global issues, especially the role of youth in policy-making. The first day of the event, convened in the UN Trusteeship Council room, connected diplomatic authorities and delegates to advocate for enhancing youth involvement in foreign and local decision-making processes. 

The summit emphasized the transformative role of youth as changemakers, ensuring cross-cultural collaboration, intergenerational dialogue, and innovative thinking. Moreover, through interactive sessions on women in politics, the crisis in the Middle East and the role of AI in peacebuilding, participants developed actionable solutions. Overall, the summit served as both a platform for dialogue and a launchpad for youth-led initiatives, reinforcing their vital role in global peace and governance.