UN chief hails decision to focus on climate change meeting in Bali

"It is more and more connected with issues at the top of the United Nations agenda, from terrorism and conflict to natural disasters, epidemics, poverty and climate change," Ban said.

He commended the Assembly for the themes it has chosen to discuss during its session, including adapting to the impact of climate change, and limiting tourism`s own contribution to greenhouse-gas emissions.

"I particularly welcome this focus as we prepare for the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Bali next month," the UN chief noted.