It is with particular satisfaction that I take the floor on item 46, “Implementation of the outcome of the World Summit for Social Development”. At the outset, I should like to associate my delegation with the statement made by the representative of Tanzania on behalf of the Group of 77 and China, a…
Let me begin by once again paying a sincere tribute to the work of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Maître Blondin Beye, for his sustained efforts to keep the Angolan peace process on track. The important role of the observer countries of the troika is also duly acknowledged.
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At the outset, let me congratulate you, Ambassador Lavrov, on this very last day of the month of June, on your presidency of the Security Council.
We take this opportunity to renew our tribute to the Secretary-General’s Special Representative, Maître Blondin Beye. He has played, as we have constant…
Allow me to express my great satisfaction at the conclusion of the work that will lead to the adoption of the Agenda for Development by the General Assembly. We are very grateful to you, Ambassador Razali, and to the Co-Vice-Chairmen, Ambassadors Mangoaela and Powles, as well as to their predecessor…
First of all, I would like to thank the representative of the Netherlands for his kind words addressed yesterday to Ambassador José Maurício Bustani, recently elected Director-General of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). The Government of Brazil feels very honoured tha…
Nicaragua has made great progress since this item was included on the agenda of the General Assembly’s forty- seventh session. Brazil has been closely following the progress made in Central America and especially in Nicaragua. As a member of the Support Group of the countries of the Contadora Group,…
Sir, it is with great satisfaction that I speak under your presidency to present Brazil’s observations on this year’s report of the Secretary-General on the work of the Organization.
As usual, the annual report comprises both a comprehensive presentation of information on the work of the United Nat…
First of all, let me congratulate you, Ambassador Dejammet, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of July. Under your able and wise guidance the work of the Security Council will be conducted in a highly effective way. I would like also to take this opportunity t…
May I convey to you, Mr. President, first of all, my delegation's satisfaction at participating in this debate under your competent presidency. We are certain that the Security Council will benefit greatly from your wide-ranging diplomatic experience and personal talent during this busy month. I
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Since the end of the cold war, international relations have largely lost the confrontational and ideological character they once had. Global tendencies point to a need for increased dialogue and cooperation. Against this background, coercive trade measures of any kind are not appropriate. The intern…
At the outset, let me congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council for the month of August. We are confident that under your wise and skilled leadership the work of the Security Council will be conducted in a highly effective way. I take this opportunity also to thank y…
I wish first of all to congratulate you, Sir, on having presided over the Security Council during this month of April with your well-known skills. At the same time, we express our deep appreciation to your predecessor, Ambassador Li of China.
The Brazilian Government has consistently and closely fo…
Mr. President, as my delegation warmly welcomes your presence here today, I congratulate Ambassador Legwaila on his assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February. We are fully confident that under his wise and skilled leadership the work of the Security Council will …
For more than two years, the Security Council has followed with keen interest and concern the evolution of the situation in Mozambique. My delegation is extremely pleased that the Security Council has decided to hold a debate on an issue the outcome of which has been very much welcomed by the entire…
The Brazilian Government has consistently and closely followed the course of events in the sister nation of El Salvador. We have noted with satisfaction that both the Government and the FMLN have endeavoured to contribute to strengthening dialogue by putting aside specific demands that could undermi…
Allow me at the outset to congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Council. Your well-known professional and personal qualities assure us that the Council will successfully tackle the difficult questions before it. A word of recognition is also due to your predecessor, Amba…
The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea is undoubtedly a milestone achievement. Its legal impact is profound; its universal validity has become evident. Nearly 12 years ago, the Convention was adopted, establishing a comprehensive and balanced legal regime for the use of the oceans and t…
Since the beginning of April, events in Rwanda have been evolving tragically. Thousands of innocent civilians have been killed, and more than a million people have been displaced by the ensuing violence. We are witnessing an appalling humanitarian
Unfortunately, the commendable efforts undertaken b…
Sir, allow me first of all to congratulate you warmly on your assumption of the office of President of the Security Council for the month of April. The delegation of Brazil is particularly pleased to see you presiding over our work. Your diplomatic skills and proven leadership will contribute decisi…
My delegation voted in favour of resolution 906 (1994). The situation in Georgia continues to be of great concern. We regret that no political settlement has been achieved despite all the diplomatic efforts carried out to date. My delegation firmly believes that the territorial integrity and soverei…
