The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union, but in view of the importance of the subject matter at hand and recent developments, we would like to make some additional comments.
The Netherlands joins others in thanking President Fernánd…
The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union and that made by the representative of Canada on behalf of the Group of Friends on Women, Peace and Security. In addition, we fully support the statement to be made by the representative of Ita…
Before I came here, Sahar Afzal, a representative of Dutch youth, asked me a simple question. “Minister,” he said, “do you still believe in the United Nations?” That question made me think. A plain and simple yes is the answer one would probably expect from the Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Ki…
In honour of New Zealand’s presidency of the Security Council, I would like to use the Maori greeting “Kia Ora” to first address you, Madam President.
I align myself with the statement made on behalf of the European Union a few moments ago. However, I would like to underline the following.
The Kin…
I would like to add my voice to those proposing to retain this item on the
Assembly’s agenda, given the ongoing tragedy in the region and in Syria itself.
I join my colleagues in expressing my appreciation to Malaysia for organizing this timely and important debate.
The prevention of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) and related materials and technologies to violent, extremist armed groups and non-State actors is of crucial impo…
The Netherlands aligns itself with the statement delivered on behalf of the European Union and the statement to be delivered by the representative of Canada on behalf of the Group of Friends of Children and Armed Conflict.
The Netherlands wishes to address the following three issues in our national…
I have just come from the Mission of Turkey, where I offered condolences on behalf of the Kingdom of the Netherlands for the terrible loss of life in the terrorist attack earlier this week in Istanbul. Such attacks can only serve to strengthen our common resolve to counter terrorism. Terrorism is a …
First of all, I would like to express my thanks to all delegations for their patience.
The signal sent by the Assembly this afternoon has been quite clear, and I think it was reflected in the last vote, with 95 votes for Italy and 95 votes for the Kingdom of the Netherlands. That means there is a c…
In honour of your presidency, Sir, allow me to thank you in French for the opportunity to speak at this debate on behalf of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
(spoke in English)
I align myself with the statement to be made by the observer of the European Union.
I would like to thank the Secretary-Ge…
I thank France for putting the protection of civilians on the agenda of the Security Council. This extremely important topic is at the heart of the work of the United Nations. While the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the observer of the European Union and with the st…
I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union (EU) and its member States.
This high-level meeting on ending HIV/AIDS marks a critical juncture in our efforts against the HIV
epidemic and a unique opportunity to renew the political commitments to end it within the next 15 years.
First…
At the outset, I would like to express my gratitude to the Secretary- General, his Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict and the Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, especially women and children for their important statements on this urgent matter.
My delegation welcomes t…
I align myself with the statement to be delivered later today by the observer of the European Union (EU).
I thank the Egyptian presidency for its excellent and detailed concept note (S/2016/428, annex) on this pivotal subject.
In this short statement, I would like to address the three main phases …
I have the honour to introduce, under agenda item 78, draft resolution A/70/L.47, entitled “Report of the International Criminal Court”.
In addition to the 62 countries listed in document A/70/L.47, 17 countries have indicated their wish to be included as sponsors of the draft resolution. It is my …
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Arab Republic of Egypt for organizing this important debate.
Today’s debate is, in my view, a very timely one, timely because of the upcoming review of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and because of the several, very tragic ev…
At the outset, I would like to express my appreciation to the People’s Republic of China for organizing today’s open debate on an important topic and, together with the Republics of Angola and Senegal, for providing us with a thoughtful concept note (S/2016/321, annex).
The threat to maritime secur…
At the outset, I would like to thank Angola for convening this open debate on the role of women in conflict prevention and resolution in Africa.
Nowadays there are many African women who are empowered, going to school, joining the workforce and sustaining their families. It is very encouraging to s…
I would like to thank Angola for organizing this debate. The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement of the European Union. I commend today’s briefers for their interventions and their outstanding work on perseverance and bringing peace and stability to the Great Lakes region.
T…
The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement made on behalf of the Group of Western European and other States.
Today, we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. We commemorate all lives worldwide of people who fought against racial discrimination …
