Commemoration of International Women’s Day: “Planet 50-50 by 2030: Step it up for Gender Equality”

Mr. President of the General Assembly, Ms. Mlambo-Ngcuka, Excellencies, Distinguished panelists, Madame Moderator, Thank you, Mr. President, for championing this platform, and for your commitment to women’s empowerment and gender equality. And thank you, Phumzile, for your steadfast support in defending the rights of women and girls everywhere. Let me begin by offering my thanks

High-level Meeting on the Overall Review by the General Assembly of the Implementation of the Outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society

Mr. President, Excellencies, Mr. President, let me express my delegation’s deep thanks for your stewardship of the WSIS+10 review, and for the support of the Secretary-General throughout the process. Today’s high-level meeting is a clear affirmation of the important role of the United Nations in our collective global efforts to achieve the WSIS vision. Mr.

Remarks to the High-Level Leaders Meeting at the Internet Governance Forum “Evolution of internet governance: Empowering Sustainable Development”

Your Excellencies, Distinguished Delegates, Let me also express my deep appreciation to Minister Figueiredo, Minister Pansera, Governor Coutinho, Ambassador Fonseca and the Government of Brazil for the kind invitation to join you today in this beautiful country.  My team and I have been overwhelmed by the hospitality and warm generosity of your people. I address

The General Debate of the 70th Session of the United Nations General Assembly

Mr. President, It is my pleasure to congratulate your Excellency on your election as President of the seventieth session of the General Assembly, and to affirm that the United Arab Emirates stands ready to provide the fullest support during your presidency. Mr. President, This year’s session is of particular significance as it marks the seventieth