A short while ago, the representative of the European Union spoke on behalf of the European Union and associated countries, including Slovenia. The purpose of my statement is to add a few additional points to the statement made on behalf of our delegation.
The World Summit for Social Development wa…
The report of the Secretary- General on the work of the Organization is an important and helpful document. It offers a comprehensive overview of United Nations activities and provides a valuable insight into the efforts of the Organization to adjust to the needs of our time.
We commend the Secretar…
Slovenia is among the sponsors of the draft resolution (A/50/L.62) before the General Assembly, and we hope that both the draft resolution and the draft decision (A/50/L.63) will be adopted by consensus. In addition, we would like to contribute several thoughts which we believe are pertinent at this…
Today’s commemorative meeting of the General Assembly is an occasion of particular importance. It is devoted to tolerance, a universally shared value which transcends the needs of any particular region, of any cultural or religious tradition and of any political system. It is universal and perhaps m…
I would like to begin with a word of congratulation and admiration for the work done in past months by Ambassadors Wilhelm Breitenstein of Finland and Nitya Pibulsonggram of Thailand, the two Vice-Chairmen of the Open-ended Working Group on the Question of Equitable Representation on and Increase in…
The report (A/50/1) of the Secretary-General on the work of the Organization is an important and useful document. It provides a comprehensive review of the activities of the United Nations in the past year and valuable insight into the efforts of the Organization to adjust to the needs of our time.
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Several months ago we commended the Secretary-General for his report on the Agenda for Development, which is a thoughtful reflection on various dimensions of development and the role of the United Nations in this context. Today we note with appreciation the recommendations offered on this basis.
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This year the General Assembly is discussing the cooperation between the United Nations and the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe (CSCE) at a particularly important juncture. The report by the Secretary-General on this matter reflects the diversity and political importance of the coop…
Madam President, let me at the outset join preceding speakers who have congratulated you on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council this month. In many respects this remains a difficult period, but we are convinced that your wisdom, commitment and diplomatic skills guarantee succes…
The General Assembly is discussing the tragic situation in the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, while the war in that country is threatening to continue into its third winter. Words spoken at diplomatic conferences can no longer convincingly address the tragedy, and humanitarian efforts continue …
Let me at the outset, Sir, join all the preceding speakers who have congratulated you on presiding over the Security Council for the month of April. In many respects this has been a particularly difficult month. We continue to admire your leadership, commitment and skill, as expressed in your dealin…
