Priority: Regional Stability

Statement by the UAE at the Open Debate of the UN Security Council on the Protection of Objects Indispensable to the Survival of the Civilian Population

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Mr. President, The United Arab Emirates would like to thank Viet Nam for organizing this important and timely open debate and Mark Lowcock, Peter Maurer, and Kevin Rudd for their briefings. The UAE strongly supports an enhanced focus at the Security Council on preventative and reactive measures to protect infrastructure that enables civilian to survive

UAE Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting Infrastructure and Supplies Essential to Civilian Survival

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NEW YORK – 27 April 2021 – The UAE reiterated its commitment to upholding international humanitarian law and constructively addressing threats to objects indispensable to the survival of civilians during the UN Security Council’s open debate on the issue. These objects include food stocks, agricultural areas, crops, livestock, drinking water installations, and supplies. “The UAE

UAE Emphasizes Importance of Partnerships and Cooperation in Mine Action

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NEW YORK – 8 April 2021 – The UAE underlined the importance of partnerships and cooperation in efforts to reduce the social, economic, and security impact of landmines and explosive remnants of war, including through exchange of information, technical expertise, and financial and material assistance. In a written statement to the UN Security Council for

UAE Statement at the UN Security Council Open Debate on Mine Action and Sustaining Peace: Stronger Partnerships for Better Delivery

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The UAE commends Viet Nam for convening such an important meeting. We would like to take this opportunity to pay tribute to those who have been killed or injured by landmines, unexploded ordinance, or improvised explosive devices. Over the past decade, there have been more than 150,000 casualties from improvised explosive devices globally. Some 80%

Statement by the UAE Permanent Representative to the UN Lana Nusseibeh on UN Security Council Press Elements Announcement on Libya

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There is an urgent need for renewed diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict in Libya. The UAE stands ready to work closely with all Security Council members, including the new US administration, to achieve a peaceful settlement for the Libyan people. The UAE welcomes the Council’s call for all foreign forces to withdraw from Libya.