It was my understanding — though implicitly, since the representative of the Sudan did not directly answer your question, Mr. President — that the intention is to withdraw the amendment presented and instead proceed to a vote to delete the twenty-sixth preambular paragraph.
Norway had the honour of coordinating the informal consultations on draft resolution A/72/L.12, on sustainable fisheries, and is pleased to introduce that text on behalf of all its sponsors.
This year’s draft resolution is a further step forward in the conservation and management of fisheries, whic…
Like other delegations, Norway would like to express its deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to Egypt in the wake of the recent horrific terrorist attack that took place at the Al-Rawdah mosque on 24 November. Norway fully shares Egypt’s determination and commitment to combating terrorism a…
I have the honour of making this statement on behalf of the Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden and my own country, Norway.
Trafficking in persons, including forced labour and slavery, is a serious form of organized crime and a grave violation of human rights. For the perpetrators, …
The international engagement in Afghanistan is a long-term effort to support security and economic development. Our common goal is to stabilize the country and prevent it from being a haven for terrorism. Afghanistan has made progress, but that progress remains uncertain.
The National Unity Governm…
I have the honour to speak on behalf of the Nordic countries — Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden and my own country, Norway.
I would like to begin by thanking the previous co-Chairs and all who have done a great job in laying the groundwork for this discussion. Let me also thank you, Mr. President,…
I am speaking on behalf of the group of 37 States endorsing the Safe Schools Declaration. The list of countries aligning themselves with this statement is included in a written version.
The Safe Schools Declaration is an intergovernmental, political commitment supporting the protection and continua…
I have the honour to make this statement on behalf of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden and my own country, Norway.
While hope is growing in some regions, new crises are emerging elsewhere. Persistent and recurring suffering as a result of war calls us to action. There is fear and distress, persons…
At the outset, let me thank France for assuming the presidency of the Council this month.
Norway is concerned about the recent military escalation in northern Iraq. We urge all parties to resolve the conflict by peaceful means. Further escalation will only exacerbate the difficult humanitarian situ…
I would like to begin by congratulating Mr. Miroslav Lajčák on his election to the presidency of the General Assembly at this session.
The world has experienced unprecedented progress during the past decades. Extreme poverty has been more than halved, people live longer, child mortality rates are f…
I have the honour of speaking on behalf of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, the Republic of Korea and my own country, Norway. In 2014 our three countries established an
informal cross-regional group of friends of the United Nations peace operations. The group has since been meeting regu…
I have the honour to speak on behalf of the five Nordic countries — Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden and my own country, Norway. Let me add that it is with some degree of humility that I address the Chamber today, as one of my first official actions as Norway’s Ambassador to the United Nations. I l…
I have the privilege of speaking on behalf of the Nordic countries, namely,
Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden and my own country, Norway.
Security Council resolution 1540 (2004) and subsequent resolutions, such as resolution 2325 (2016), supplement agreements on disarmament and on the non-prolifer…
Let me start by thanking the Secretary-General for his efforts to strengthen the capacity of the United Nations system to assist Member States in implementing the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy. I would also like to thank the Office of the President of the General Assembly for work…
Our global achievements give us hope for the future. However, AIDS is not over.
Now is the time to move forward across all sectors in order to ensure that all children start their lives free of HIV, grow up and stay free of HIV and that treatment becomes more accessible so that everyone stays free …
I am delivering this statement on behalf of the Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden and my own country, Norway. I will not read out the full statement.
As highlighted in the Secretary-General’s report (S/2017/414), recent armed conflicts have seen State and non-State armed groups de…
I am delivering this statement on behalf of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden and my own country, Norway.
The persisting impunity for perpetrators of sexual violence is intolerable. The numbing stigma must be dealt with. When people flee to safety, we should make it our priority to ensure that they…
Today I will focus on three themes: the situation in Syria, the protection of religious minorities and the Middle east peace process.
In Syria, only a political solution can provide lasting peace. The Council must fulfil its role in promoting a peaceful solution to the conflict. In the upcoming rou…
I thank you, Sir, for convening this meeting, and for providing an opportunity to comment on the Peacebuilding Commission’s report on its tenth session (A/71/768), and the Secretary- General’s report on the Peacebuilding Fund (A/71/792).
First, allow me to say that Norway is very pleased to be back…
I have the honour to make this statement on behalf of the Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden, and my own country, Norway.
Trafficking in persons, including forced labour and slavery, is a grave violation and abuse of human rights. It also constitutes a serious form of organized cri…
