(interpretation from French): May I begin by expressing my unreserved support for, and endorsement of, the statement made on behalf of the Group of 77 and China by the representative of Tanzania.
The mobilization of the international community around social issues, illustrated by the adoption of th…
Allow me first, Sir, to convey the warm fraternal congratulations of my delegation on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council for the month of February. I am especially pleased that a worthy son of Africa has the honour of guiding the work of the Security Council at a time when, mo…
Only a few days separate us from the anniversary of the adoption of General Assembly resolution 181 (II) on the partition of Palestinian territories between Arab citizens and Jewish settlers from all over the world, which led to crisis and war.
The question of the Palestinian people has long been b…
I would like at the outset to express my most sincere appreciation to the two Vice- Chairmen of the Working Group on the Question of Equitable Representation on and Increase in the Membership of the Security Council and Other Matters Related to the Security Council, Ambassadors Breitenstein of Finla…
Allow me, before making a few general comments on the report and role of the International Court of Justice, to perform the very pleasant duty of paying a well-deserved tribute to the President of the International Court of Justice, Mr. Mohammed Bedjaoui, a diplomat, jurist and statesman with except…
First of all, Sir, I would like to say how delighted I am at seeing you preside over the work of this important body and to congratulate you warmly. Your great professional and personal skills strengthen my conviction that you will successfully discharge the responsibilities entrusted to you.
I wou…
