On World Horse Day, the United Nations emphasized the enduring and multifaceted partnership between humans and horses, highlighting their crucial roles in agriculture, wildlife protection, therapy, and economic sectors worldwide. The UN General Assembly’s 2025 resolution officially designated July 11 as World Horse Day to raise awareness, celebrate horses’ contributions, and encourage global efforts to address the challenges they face today. With approximately 60.8 million horses globally, horses remain vital to rural livelihoods, supporting around 600 million people in low- and middle-income countries through transportation and agricultural work.

However, horses are increasingly vulnerable due to climate change, with rising global temperatures causing heat stress that affects their welfare and performance. The article underscores the need for adaptive measures, such as improved welfare standards and infrastructure, to protect horses in a warming world, ensuring this ancient partnership continues to thrive amid modern challenges.