As with most sessions of the General Assembly, we are sharing, yet again, our common fears and frustrations in a world that is going wrong. We have no stories, only fleeting moments, with which to fill our sinking hearts with hope in a near or distant future. Ours is a narrative of mounting challeng…
Ten years ago, we pledged to galvanize a partnership of rich and poor countries to eradicate extreme poverty, hunger and disease. To these, my delegation shall humbly propose the inclusion of a ninth Goal.
I am happy to report that my country is well on its way to fulfilling the MDGs, with most goa…
As the youngest democracy, having become one in April of this year, my country is honoured, and I am honoured, to have this opportunity to present ourselves before this great world body. In a country that has enjoyed continuous
justice, stability and progress, democracy came not by the traditional …
We have before us an array of issues that are as compelling and daunting as ever before. Many of these threaten to widen further the divides that separate us and deepen more the wounds that pain us. They challenge ever so severely our resolve to live in peace and harmony. But we remain hopeful. Unde…
I congratulate the President on his assumption of the difficult role of guiding the General Assembly at its fifty-sixth session. This session is being held during one of the saddest moments in the history of our Organization. Let me assure the President of the full support of my delegation in the di…
Allow me to congratulate you most warmly, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the General Assembly at its fifty-fourth session. My delegation is confident that with your vast experience you
May I take this opportunity to express our gratitude to His Excellency Mr. Didier Opertti for his le…
