WASHINGTON (BLOOMBERG) - US President Joe Biden plans to deliver his first speech to the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Sept 21, part of his effort to re-engage with the international community.

       The gathering is set to be in person, unlike last year's, which was held virtually because of the coronavirus.

       Mr Biden is planning a day trip for the speech, the White House said, curtailing what's usually a multi-day visit that includes in-person meetings with world leaders and, sometimes, additional public appearances.

       Mr Biden has sought to reverse former President Donald Trump's "America First" approach, in which he pulled away from multilateral groups and withdrew from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and United Nations Human Rights Council. The US has rejoined both bodies since Mr Biden took office.

       US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said on Sunday (Sept 12) that Mr Biden plans to announce his next steps to bolster global vaccine supply ahead of the General Assembly.

       Mr Biden is also considering hosting a multilateral meeting on vaccine supply.

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