I should like to associate my delegation with those others that have thanked the Secretary-General for his report and have congratulated him on its comprehensive and thoughtful coverage of the work of the Organization. The United Nations continues to face unprecedented global challenges, and the Sec…
After careful consideration, Canada supported the resolution we have just adopted.
I would underline that Canada’s primary concern with the embargo is its extraterritorial reach, the way in which the laws and regulations governing the embargo seek to constrain the freedom of trade of third countrie…
Mines and unexploded ordinance pose a serious threat to the lives and livelihoods of millions of people — mostly civilians — throughout the world. Mines threaten peace-keepers and humanitarian workers and are a serious obstacle to development. Indeed in Cambodia the United Nations Development Progra…
This is the first Convention negotiated since Rio, and it reflects the spirit and commitment of the international community to protect the environment through the promotion of sustainable development.
As we stated at the signing ceremony for the Convention to Combat Desertification, in Paris on 14 …
On behalf of the Group of Western European and Other States I wish to remind members of the Assembly that Germany and Italy are candidates for the two non- permanent seats in the Security Council allocated to our region. The candidatures of these two countries, Germany and Italy, have been endorsed …
On behalf of the Group of Western European and Other States, I am happy to join previous speakers in congratulating the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) on the occasion of its twenty- fifth anniversary.
Over the last 25 years we have all come to know much more about the dynamics of population…
Canada is proud to say that it has taken an active role in celebrating the International Year of the Family. In our country, international years have often been milestones in the development of public policy and social action. However, to achieve that impact they must belong to Canadian society as a…
On behalf of the Group of Western European and Other States, I would like to
In seeking this status for the Forum, its member States and Governments have made clear their desire to strengthen the Forum’s relationship with the United Nations and to intensify cooperation in areas which are of particu…
Mr. President, allow me first to congratulate you on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for the month of October. As usual, your firm hand is providing steady leadership for Council proceedings this month. Let me also thank your predecessor, Ambassador Yañez-Barnuevo for his effective …
Canada is very pleased, Sir, that you have been elected to the presidency of the Assembly, and it is certain that you will, with tact and efficiency, assume the responsibility of guiding our work. You can count on our full cooperation.
The United Nations has always had a special place in Canada’s f…
It is with a feeling of hope that my delegation is addressing the Council today on the question of Haiti. The achievement of the objectives for which we have struggled for so long is approaching - the end of tyranny, the restoration of democracy and the return of President Aristide.
The multination…
As this is the first time my delegation is speaking since you assumed the presidency of the Council, Sir, permit me to offer you our sincere congratulations and to pledge our fullest cooperation. We know you will bring great skill and fairness to the task.
I also congratulate and thank your predece…
Canada is extremely pleased to be able to sign the Agreement relating to the Implementation of Part XI of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. This Agreement is the result of over four years of negotiations held under the aegis of the Secretary-General. Canada was an active participa…
Over the past few months the international community has taken determined steps to end the Haitian crisis once and for all. Our objective is clear: the rapid return of President Aristide and the full restoration of democracy and constitutional order in Haiti. We remain united and resolute in our com…
I am pleased to speak today on the occasion of the reassumption of its seat by the Republic of South Africa. It is indeed a great day for South Africa and for the United Nations - a great day for South Africa, since all its people are finally represented here in the heart of the community of nations…
Allow me to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for the month of May and to thank your predecessor, Ambassador Keating, for his energetic and effective leadership of the Council’s work in April.
Thirty-one months after the overthrow of Haiti’s d e m o c r a t …
Allow me, Sir, to congratulate you on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for the month of April and to thank your predecessor, Ambassador Mérimée, for his solid leadership during the month of March. You have inherited the chair during a turbulent month, and we appreciate your efforts t…
The Canadian delegation would like to set out its views and interpretation of what the Assembly has just adopted in terms of the programme of work of the Second Committee.
The general objective of the annex II to resolution A/48/L.33 on the programme of the Second Committee, which was adopted yeste…
Discussion of draft resolution VI, entitled "United Nations Conference on Straddling Fish Stocks and Highly Migratory Fish Stocks", started at the beginning of November, at a meeting chaired by Ambassador Nandan of Fiji, who is Chairman of the Conference.
Several amendments to the original draft we…
Canadians remain horrified by the continuing brutality and suffering in the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina. One year ago in the Assembly we addressed the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina with the hope that 1993 would bring an end to this tragic conflict. Today, we can only reluctantly recogni…
