Allow me at the outset to pay tribute to the memory of my dear compatriots who recently fell victim to the tragedy that took place on the night of 13 to 14 December in Cap- Haïtien, the second-largest city in the Republic of Haiti. I wish a swift recovery and comfort to the wounded, to the families …
I have a serious interest in taking the floor to speak on the subject of strengthening the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance. I welcome the report of the Secretary-General contained in document A/76/74 and issued …