What to expect as world leaders descend on New York - and who won't be there

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World leaders have descended on New York for this year's UN General Assembly. The 81st High-Level Week brings together nearly 130 leaders under the theme, “Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all.”

The BBC’s Sarah Smith outlines who US President Donald Trump is set to meet and the key topics expected to be on the agenda.

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