Mr. President, let me in turn commend you for have
placed on the agenda of this Security Council meeting the item entitled “Women, peace and security”.
I should like also to thank the Special Adviser on Gender Issues and Advancement of Women, Ms. King, as well as the Executive Director of the Unit…
At the end of our 18 July 2002 meeting, the Council unanimously decided, inter alia, to condemn violence in the Middle East, including in Palestine, after the
Emmanuel suicide bombing and its consequences. We hoped then that the appeal of the international community calling for reason and restraint…
I am especially happy to take the floor today on this solemn meeting of the Council to welcome the new, independent State of East Timor. First of all, let me join preceding delegations in wishing you, Sir, welcome in New York and in telling you how joyful we are to see you preside over our work on t…
