NEW YORK, USA — The CEO of the Nigeria-USA Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC), Dr. Lee Olaniyi Kareem, was officially nominated and invited by the United Nations and the Civil Society Coalition for Health and Education Initiative (CSCHEI) to participate as a Guest Speaker at the UNGA High-Level Global Executive Roundtable Side Event 2026.

The high-profile side event, held on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at the UN Headquarters in Manhattan, New York, brought together global leaders, diplomatic representatives, development partners, and private sector executives.

High-Level Global Engagement and Keynote Discourse

Dr. Kareem joined an elite lineup of global leaders, heads of delegations, and public officials to address key challenges surrounding international economic relations, global conflict prevention, and sustainable development.

He delivered a key presentation during Technical Session III: Panel Discussion, which focused on:

“Government, Development and Private Sector Leadership: Strengthening Negotiation, Global Conflict Prevention and Multilateralism”

Dr. Kareem’s address emphasized the pivotal role of bilateral commerce, strategic private-sector investments, and cross-border trade governance in fostering economic stability, resolving diplomatic hurdles, and advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Event Highlights and Schedule

The UNGA 81 High-Level Side Event featured structured sessions, strategic networking, and executive discussions designed to bridge policy and actionable trade partnerships:

• Technical Presentation Session: Held on Friday, September 18, 2026, at Conference Room 11, United Nations Headquarters, New York, focusing on multilateral partnerships, economic resilience, and global cooperation.

• Law of Honour Award Dinner: Hosted at the 21st Floor, Permanent Mission of Nigeria to the United Nations, New York, honoring outstanding leadership in sustainable investments and international governance.

• Subsequent Partner Engagements: Additional high-level engagements arranged with partner organizations include participation in the United Nations Climate Financing Summit and the CEO Summit at Liberty University, Virginia, USA.

Elevating Bilateral Trade and Institutional Visibility

Dr. Kareem’s participation as a designated speaker at a UN-approved event highlights NUSACC’s rising leadership in international economic diplomacy, policy influence, and public-private sector integration.

By joining decision-makers, multilateral agencies, and investors from over 50 countries, NUSACC continues to champion new pathways for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), technical collaborations, and trade facilitation between the United States and Nigeria.

About NUSACC

The Nigeria-USA Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) is a bilateral business advocacy organization dedicated to facilitating trade, driving strategic cross-border investments, and expanding commercial linkages between enterprises in Nigeria and North America.

For media inquiries, strategic partnership opportunities, or further information, please visit our official help portal or contact the NUSACC Secretariat.