The World Summit for Social Development was one of the most important events in the last decade of the twentieth century. It is not merely the symbolism of a gathering of 118 world leaders that makes this event great. It was the first time in history that the world policy makers had decided to treat…
I have the honour to introduce draft resolution A/50/L.46, entitled “Fourth World Conference on Women”, under agenda item 165. I have been authorized by the drafters and negotiators of this text to present this draft resolution on their behalf.
In addition to the sponsors listed in document A/50/L.…
Since our last debate on this agenda item, positive and encouraging developments have taken place towards the peaceful solution of the Middle East conflict. The people of the Middle East have continued to demonstrate a serious commitment to achieving a peaceful settlement of their long-standing prob…
Allow me to express my delegation’s appreciation for the Secretary-General’s report (A/50/203 and Add.1) on the strengthening of the coordination of emergency humanitarian assistance of the United Nations. The report correctly presents the issue of humanitarian assistance in its overall political co…
The concept of tolerance has always been important for human civilization. It is the basic norm, the fundamental value, which binds human beings in relationships. The degree of tolerance can be used as a yardstick for measuring the progress and viability of any society. Divergence in the views of in…
Allow me to thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report on the “Restructuring and revitalization of the United Nations in the economic, social and related fields”. The report contains many interesting ideas and recommendations, and has already sparked a vigorous debate amongst represent…
Let me convey my delegation’s deep appreciation of the outstanding manner in which the work of the Open-ended Working Group on the Question of Equitable Representation on and Increase in the Membership of the Security Council was guided by His Excellency Mr. Amara Essy, the President of the General …
At the outset, I would like to express, on behalf of the Pakistan delegation, our profound appreciation to Dr. Hans Blix, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), for his statement on the Agency’s performance during 1994. The widening scope of the programmes and activities …
We are here to mark the tenth anniversary of International Youth Year. This is an important occasion to review the progress made so far and to address the challenges which still lie ahead of us.
In the last 10 years, greater awareness has been created concerning the problems of youth. However, acti…
I am astonished at the angry diatribe of the Indian representative directed against Pakistan. In our intervention yesterday we referred to the Secretary-General’s report on the work of the Organization. In our statement we presented the following facts.
In his report the Secretary-General mentioned…
I would like to congratulate the Secretary-General on his report on the work of the Organization. On the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the United Nations, this report brings out not only the difficulties faced by the United Nations, but also remedial measures and recommendations for respon…
It was with great dismay that my delegation heard the intervention of the representative of Afghanistan earlier this afternoon.
Pakistan, as is well known, has all along supported the Afghan cause, expressed its solidarity with the Afghans and has made tremendous sacrifices for the people of Afghan…
We have heard the statement of the representative of India and his utterly fallacious and baseless allegations against Pakistan. Let us examine the points he made, beginning with the reference to Kashmir as an integral part of India.
The incontrovertible fact is that Jammu and Kashmir is not a part…
I extend to you, Sir, my delegation’s felicitations on your well-deserved election as President of the General Assembly at its fiftieth session. We have no doubt that with your experience and wisdom, you will add much to this historic session. We also pay tribute to your predecessor, His Excellency …
My delegation wishes to associate itself with the statement made by the Chairman of the Group of 77 on the overall financial situation of the Organization. However, my delegation would wish to refer to the statement by Under-Secretary-General Connor regarding further deterioration of the financial s…
Since this is the first time I have addressed the Security Council under your presidency, Mr. President, let me first of all congratulate you on your assumption of your high office. I am confident that under your talented and able guidance the Council will be able to fulfil its responsibilities succ…
I would like to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the office of President of the Security Council and to thank you and the other members of the Council for giving me the opportunity to speak on the subject of negative security assurances.
The issue of negative security assurances has bee…
Allow me warmly to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of January. Having had the privilege and the pleasure of serving with you on the Council, I have no doubt that your wide experience and diplomatic skill will guide the work of the Sec…
I should like at the outset to convey my delegation’s sincere condolences over the sad demise of Mr. Bradford Morse, the former Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Today, as this body meets to dissolve the Trust Committee for the United Nations Fund for Namibia, it is …
The Pakistan delegation welcomes the proposals contained in document
The confidentiality of the discussions in the Council has tended to create a somewhat unfortunate impression of secret deals being struck or pressure being brought on non-permanent members by the major Powers to promote their own …
