I would first like to thank all the members of the Security Council and the representatives of the States that participated in this meeting for their great sense of solidarity with the people of Iraq. We would also like to thank them for their condolences and for the condemnation of the military att…
It is a great honour for me to be here addressing the Security Council. I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for convening this urgent meeting. I take this opportunity to congratulate Ambassador Costa Filho, Permanent Representative of Brazil, on his country’s assumption of the presidency of th…
At the outset, on behalf of my country I have the honour of congratulating the Russian Federation on its assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February. I wish you every success in your work, Mr. President. I would also like to express my thanks and appreciation to No…
