I thank Mr. Khiari for his briefing.
Since the Security Council last met on this agenda item in late March (see S/PV.9004), North Korea has only accelerated its nuclear and missile programmes as if it were taking advantage of the lack of a strong Council reaction. Its ballistic-missile launches on …
Japan welcomes the adoption by consensus of resolution 76/262, which we consider to be a step forward in enhancing the role of the General Assembly and thereby strengthening the United Nations.
The recent veto by Russia made the United Nations look as if it were irrelevant, but it is not. The Secur…
As the Syrian conflict enters its twelfth year, Japan deplores the immeasurable suffering of the Syrian people, in particular the most vulnerable, including women and children. We are deeply concerned about the long-standing stalemate and the loss of momentum in the pursuit of political settlement o…
On behalf of Japan, I express our support for the draft resolution on global health and foreign policy, entitled “Elevating pandemic prevention, preparedness and response to the highest level of political leadership” (A/76/L.43). We are grateful to the facilitators and the core group for their leade…
Belarus has allowed Russian troops to pass through its territory and is clearly involved in the recent aggression against Ukraine, which is a blatant violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations. Japan strongly condemns it. At this time, unfortunately, Japan is therefore comp…
I would like to express my appreciation to the United Arab Emirates for convening today’s important debate on women and peace and security, with a focus on women’s economic inclusion and participation. I thank Ms. Sima Bahous, Ms. Kristalina Georgieva and the civil society representative for their b…
The Government of Japan strongly believes that what is happening in and around Ukraine is not an isolated problem in Europe but a problem for the entire international community and a challenge to the international order. It goes completely against the purposes and principles of the Charter of the Un…
I would like to express my appreciation to Norway for convening this important debate on women and peace and security, with a focus on creating a safe and enabling environment for women. I thank the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and the civil society representatives for their bri…
Allow me to start by thanking you, Mr. President, for holding today’s important meeting. Japan appreciates the contribution of the Niger as a non-permanent member of the Security Council.
Today’s security landscape has become increasingly complex. Terrorism remains a serious threat to international…
On behalf of the Government of Japan. I wish to exercise the right of reply in response to the statement made earlier by the representative of China (see A/76/PV.46).
Regarding the safety of the handling of water treated by the Advanced Liquid Processing System (ALPS) at the Tokyo Electric Power Co…
Let me begin by thanking Ms. Natalie Morris-Sharma of Singapore and Mr. Andreas Kravik of Norway for their dedication and excellent coordination in preparing draft resolutions A/76/L.18 and A/76/L.20. Japan also wishes to express its appreciation for the constructive engagement of our fellow Member …
On 29 November, the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People (see A/AC.183/PV.404), Japan renewed its support for the Palestinians’ long-standing aspirations for statehood. We also renewed our commitment to building confidence among the parties and assisting Palestinians’ State-bu…
On behalf of the Government of Japan, I would like to respond to an earlier statement in which, regrettably, a delegation made a groundless statement about Japan. Japan has consistently followed the path of a peace-loving nation since the end of the Second World War, has made innumerable contributio…
On behalf of the Government of Japan, I wish to respond to the statement that the representative of China made earlier. With respect to the treated water at Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, the Government of Japan will continue to take measures based on …
On behalf of the Government of Japan, I would like to welcome the convening of this high-level meeting.
Trafficking in persons is a grave violation of human rights and a serious cross-border crime. The social and economic impact of the coronavirus disease pandemic affects the lives of the most vuln…
I would like to express my deep appreciation to you, Mr. President, for convening today’s meeting and to the briefers for their thoughtful insights.
Small arms and light weapons reportedly take at least half a million lives annually and pose a serious threat to the freedom from fear that all people…
I would like to begin by expressing my highest respect for Mr. Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for his strong leadership in guiding the IAEA to exercise its full authority.
The peaceful uses of nuclear energy constitute an important pillar of…
I would like to express my appreciation to the Mexican presidency for convening this open debate. I also would like to thank all the briefers for their insights. I welcome this meeting, which gives us a precious opportunity to underscore the importance of preventive diplomacy.
The international com…
I am grateful to you, Mr. President, for having convened this debate. I have the honour to speak on behalf of the Group of Four (G- 4) countries — Brazil, Germany, India and my own country, Japan.
At the outset, allow me to congratulate you, Sir, on the appointment of Her Excellency Ms. Alya Ahmed…
Japan has historically been, and will continue to be, committed to fighting against impunity and to promoting the rule of law. We are proud to contribute constructively to the discussions on the reform of the International Criminal Court (ICC) as the largest provider of financial support to the Cour…
