There is an ongoing debate concerning the obstacles to the effective delivery of assistance to those in need. We often ask what is the main obstacle that thwarts humanitarian assistance. For some, it is a matter of scant resources; for others, the attacks perpetrated against humanitarian workers and…
The debate on cooperation between the United Nations and regional and other organizations is always a special opportunity to explore synergies among international organizations, to share experiences and thus to strengthen practices that encourage greater understanding among peoples. In that regard, …
Brazil aligns itself with the statement made by the representative of Venezuela on behalf of the Group of 77 and China.
Making the Organization a more effective instrument to achieve our priorities is a common goal of the Member States of the United Nations. In that regard, the Secretary-General’s …
Let me begin by expressing our solidarity with the Government and people of Indonesia in the wake of the terrible events in Bali. We strongly condemn this terrorist attack that caused the loss of so many innocent lives. We request Indonesian authorities to convey our deep felt condolences to the fam…
I have the honour of speaking on behalf of the Community of Portuguese- Speaking Countries (CPLP) to welcome Timor-Leste into this Organization. Ours is a warm and wholehearted welcome from countries that, beyond a common language and culture, also share with Timor- Leste a firm commitment to the pr…
We appreciate the difficulty of the predicament the Security Council is facing today. But in our view, this predicament is based on a false dilemma. The maintenance of international peace and security and the repression of heinous crimes committed against humanity are not — and by all means cannot b…
I thank you very much, Sir, for organizing this public meeting on East Timor. It is indeed befitting that we gather here under your presidency. Singapore has always played a central role in keeping East Timor among the priorities of this Council.
My delegation associates itself with the statement m…
Mr. President, I thank you and the other members of the Security Council for convening this open debate.
The central question before us today is the same one we have been discussing over the past few months:
In the face of the regrettable events in the Middle East, what more can we expect the Secu…
Let me first congratulate you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council and thank the members of the Council for convening this timely debate.
The international community comes once more to this Chamber to express its sadness in the face of the horrendous events that contin…
I am pleased to congratulate you, Sir, on your presidency of the Security Council. Mexico has been an invaluable addition to this important body. Your delegation’s active and innovative presence in the Council is in line with the best traditions of Mexico’s highly regarded diplomacy and its outstan…
I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for this opportunity to participate in the debate on the situation in the Middle East, particularly the occupied Palestinian territories. The debate today occurs in the wake of a new wave of violence, which continues to distance the world from the goal of a …
I am pleased to join previous speakers in expressing our satisfaction at the outcome of the International Year of Volunteers. The International Year drew the attention of a wider public to the many positive impacts of voluntary action and provided new impetus to it. Its success is a result not only …
I should like to express my appreciation for the Secretary-General’s report on implementing the Millennium Declaration. The report will certainly help us focus on the major issues we face. The tragic events of 11 September have understandably been at the centre of our attention. Yet, as the Secretar…
Let me start by thanking the President of the fifty-fifth session of the General Assembly, Harri Holkeri, together with Ambassador de Saram of Sri Lanka and Ambassador Ingólfsson of Iceland for their invaluable efforts in leading our discussions on this item during the past year.
I want to pledge o…
I am honoured to take the floor on behalf of the delegations of Argentina and Brazil to express our appreciation for the report introduced by the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Mr. Mohamed ElBaradei.
Everyone is familiar with Brazil and Argentina’s active and permanent …
The debate on this agenda item comes at a moment of challenge for the United Nations. In the face of the tragedy of 11 September, the United Nations, and especially the Security Council, are called on to fully discharge their responsibilities. The international community is counting on effective act…
I should like to reiterate our profound sympathy for and solidarity with all those who have suffered as a result of the tragic loss of life caused by the grievous terrorist attacks of 11 September. Those despicable acts were viewed with outrage in Brazil. Our thoughts go out to the victims and their…
Mr. President, may I congratulate you on your election to preside over our work. We are certain that under your leadership the General Assembly will be successful in its work.
I wish to thank the Secretary-General for his important report on the work of the Organization. The report outlines a broad…
Like previous speakers, I would like to begin by reiterating our expression of sympathy to the people and Government of the United States in view of last week’s terrorist attacks. The news of the attacks has caused commotion and outrage in Brazil. We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life an…
I wish to thank the President for having convened this debate on the prevention of armed conflict. The Secretary- General has provided us with an in-depth analysis of the main factors contributing to the eruption, escalation and resurgence of armed conflict.
What makes the report innovative is not …
