I am pleased at the outset to align our statement with the statements of the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. While noting the lack of consensus regarding the qualifications of the Chair of this important Committee, especially in view of its mandate regarding legal matters, primarily respect of and promotion of international
Statement delivered by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the General Debate of the 71th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. Mr. Peter Thomson, President of the General Assembly, Ministers and heads of delegations, At the outset, I am pleased to congratulate Your Excellency on assuming the presidency of this
On behalf of the UAE, I congratulate Malaysia on its Presidency of the Council. We recognize the critical importance of this debate and honor the 20th anniversary of the Children and Armed Conflict report. We are participating in today’s debate because of our long-standing dedication to children in need worldwide. Nowhere is securing children in
On behalf of the UAE, I congratulate Malaysia on its Presidency of the Council. We recognize the critical importance of this debate and honor the 20th anniversary of the Children and Armed Conflict report. We are participating in today’s debate because of our long-standing dedication to children in need worldwide. Nowhere is securing children in
Mr. Chairman, I would also like to express the support of my delegation for the OIC statement, and welcome the adoption of the resolution by consensus. Mr. Chairman, We are currently facing a challenge that deeply threatens international peace and security, as terrorism is a global phenomenon that transcends borders, cultures and religions, leaving no
Excellencies, Distinguished guests, Let me begin by thanking our partners Norway and OCHA for providing their support in organizing today’s briefing. The last several years have seen a step-change in the way we value women’s, children’s, and adolescents’ health, now recognizing it as a cornerstone of stable and prosperous societies. We are especially pleased that
Thank you, Mr. President. The UAE would like to thank H.E. Mr. Sameh Shoukry, Foreign Minister of Egypt, for presiding over this important debate, and acknowledge the central and historical role that Egypt plays in maintaining international peace and security. My country commends the important role of Al Azhar University, an intellectual and cultural beacon
Thank you, Mr. Chairman The international community is facing an unprecedented level of global risk as many have emphasized today. The challenges we face collectively are more wide ranging, complex, and acutely entrenched than ever before – particularly in our region. The gridlocks in the Security Council and the failure of the international community to
Thank you, Sima. It is a great pleasure to join you all this morning. It’s unfortunate that the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation could not be here with us today. I am pleased to be here on behalf of the managing director, Mr. Jamal bin Huweireb. Excellencies, colleagues, Esteemed Audience, I would like to start
