At the outset, allow me to thank you, Mr. President, and the Austrian presidency, for taking the initiative to re-engage this body on the vitally important issue of the protection of civilians in armed conflict, which, in our view, often strikes at the core of the Council’s primary mandate regarding…
In considering the situation in the Middle East over the course of this year, my delegation has continued to be guided by one word: “hope”. Indeed, 2008 seems to be a year of hope for peace in the Middle East. While there was nothing a year ago, now we have the Annapolis process under way, solid and…
At the outset, I wish to express Croatia’s deepest condolences to China and Myanmar on their tragic losses.
My country has aligned itself with the statement to be delivered by the representative of the Republic of Slovenia on behalf of the European Union. Nevertheless, I would like to make several …
