Iceland has aligned itself with the statement made by Greece on behalf of
the European Union. In addition, Iceland would like to state the following.
Iceland regrets that Iraq has had to face the serious consequences of military action. This would not have been necessary had the Iraqi regime decid…
Let me at the outset refer to my statement in the Council some three weeks ago stating the general views of the Government of Iceland on the serious issue under consideration today.
My Government is deeply concerned about the situation prevailing in Iraq, and still hopes that the Security Council w…
At the outset, I would like to commend the Secretariat — in particular the very able staff of the Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea — for the comprehensive reports on oceans and the law of the sea and on large-scale pelagic drift-net fishing, unauthorized fishing in zones of national…
Allow me at the outset to congratulate you, Sir, on your election to the presidency of the General Assembly. I am confident that you will guide us wisely through the complex tasks ahead.
I would also like to use this opportunity to welcome Switzerland, our long-time friend and partner in the Europe…
At the outset, I would like to commend the Secretariat, in particular the very able staff of the Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea, for their comprehensive reports on the oceans and the law of the sea and on the Agreement for the Implementation of the Provisions of the United Nations…
On behalf of the countries members of the Group of Western European and other States, I am saddened to express our deepest condolences to Her Majesty Queen Tuanku Siti Aishah, to the royal family and to the Government and people of Malaysia. As the Sultan of Selangor for 41 years, and as King of Mal…
Once again, we have witnessed a terrible incident in the neighbourhood of the United Nations here in New York. Although we do not know the circumstances, we are shocked, and it is clear that many have lost their lives. I express my sincere condolences to all those who have lost their loved ones in t…
Taking the floor for the first time during the fifty-sixth session, let me extend to the President my sincere congratulations on his election. In these trying times, he will be playing an important role, and I assure him of the willingness of the Icelandic delegation to support his efforts.
As this…
At the outset, I would like to commend the Secretariat, in particular the very able staff of the Division of Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea, for the comprehensive report on the oceans and the law of the sea. In our view, the report is a good basis for the annual debate in the General Assembly.…
Allow me, Sir, at the outset to congratulate you heartily on your election to the Presidency of this General Assembly. Finland is a close friend and partner within the Nordic community. We wish you success with this challenging task and pledge to you the full support of the Icelandic delegation.
Th…
The United Nations is uniquely suited to the task of tackling the many global challenges that the world faces today, and has already done much good work in this respect. In fact, it is fair to say that with increasing globalization, the world needs the United Nations more than ever before. At the sa…
At the outset, I would like to commend the Secretariat for the report on oceans and the law of the sea contained in document A/54/429. The report is comprehensive and reflects improved cooperation between the Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea and other relevant bodies. By improving t…
We welcome the report of the Secretary-General on this important issue, which we think yields important information for Member States, and we concur with its findings.
Icelandic authorities have done their utmost to enhance the visibility of the issues facing the elderly in today's society. An exec…
Allow me at the outset to congratulate the President heartily on his election. His post is a challenging one, and I am particularly pleased that this session is being chaired by a colleague from Namibia, which is an important partner for my country.
The crucial role of the United Nations in the glo…
Allow me to congratulate you on your election, Mr. President, and to pledge to you the full support of the Group of Western European and other States.
I am honoured and privileged to take the floor on behalf of that group to congratulate and welcome as new States Members of the United Nations the R…
Today, the world celebrates the fiftieth anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Since it was signed, over 60 human rights instruments have been adopted, which constitute an international standard of human rights. The variety of procedures for monitoring State compli…
The Government of Iceland welcomes the heightened profile of ocean affairs in the global community as demonstrated by the various activities held in connection with the International Year of the Ocean.
Allow me to recall that during this year’s general debate, the Foreign Minister of Iceland, Mr. H…
Allow me at the outset to congratulate Mr. Opertti upon his election to his prestigious position. I am convinced that he will guide us wisely through the fifty-third session of the General Assembly.
The world community is now confronted with several dangerous situations which threaten the existence…
May I begin by congratulating the President on his election to preside over the fifty-second session of General Assembly and pledging to him the full support of my delegation.
The new Secretary-General, Mr. Kofi Annan, has already put his mark on the United Nations, after less than nine months in o…
May I congratulate you, Sir, on your election to the presidency of the fifty-first session of the General Assembly and pledge to you the full support of my delegation.
During the past fiftieth-anniversary year, the States Members of the United Nations have reaffirmed their support for the fundament…
