Turkey aligns itself with the statement made by the Permanent Representative of France on behalf of the European Union. However, given the importance we attach to the situation in Afghanistan, I would like to make a few additional remarks in my national capacity.
At the outset, allow me to express …
Peace and stability in the Balkans have always been of the utmost importance for Turkey. In line with this, we are determined to further our relations with all Balkan countries in all fields. In this context, we value the close relations we have with Serbia and believe that that country’s welfare an…
It gives me pleasure to address the General Assembly on the occasion of the high-level meeting devoted to the midterm review of the Almaty Programme of Action. I take the opportunity to share some of our views on this important topic.
It is clear that the landlocked developing countries (LLDCs) sti…
Turkey aligns itself with the statement made by the representative of France on behalf of the European Union. I shall therefore limit myself to the following points.
First of all, it is a great pleasure for me to address the General Assembly on this very important issue. The informal meeting of the…
Although Turkey has already aligned itself with the European Union statement, I still would like to touch upon some issues that deserve particular attention.
The recent Paris Conference marked the renewal of our long-term commitment to Afghanistan while firmly underscoring the priority areas design…
I am taking the floor to briefly explain our position with regard to the conflict in Abkhazia, Georgia.
First of all, I would like to reiterate our firm commitment to the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Georgia within its internationally recognized borders. I also wish to rea…
Turkey aligns itself with the statement that will be made on behalf of the European Union. Given the importance we attach to this agenda item, I wish to make a few remarks from the national point of view.
Turkey, as a country that has suffered from terrorism for more than 20 years, has been at the …
Turkey has already aligned itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Pakistan on behalf of the group of States members of the Organization of the Islamic Conference. I shall therefore try to be brief and just mention a few basic
points that guided us in taking a position on the d…
My delegation has fully aligned itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Slovenia on behalf of the European Union, yet, I still would like to add my voice to the debate and share some of our views on the vital issue before us.
Especially after the Bali agreement, today’s themati…
Turkey has aligned itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Portugal on behalf of the European Union. Therefore, my remarks will be brief.
After a long period of recriminations, tension and violence in the Middle East, today we have an opportunity to reverse this adverse cycle. …
As Chairman of the Western European and Other States Group for October, I have the sad duty of extending our heartfelt condolences over the loss of a great diplomat who contributed in many capacities to the realization of the ideals and objectives enshrined in the Charter. Indeed, the passing away o…
At the outset, let me underline our shock and deep grief over the terrorist attacks in Algeria, which led to the loss of many innocent lives, including those of some United Nations staff members. We most strongly condemn those terrorist acts, and underline the need for full
international cooperatio…
Let me begin by thanking you, Madam President, for enabling us to start re-evaluating and re-discussing all the issues related to reform of the Security Council.
There is no doubt that the reform process should cover the Security Council. The Council should be more representative, and its working m…
Turkey aligns itself with the statement made by the Permanent Representative of Finland on behalf of the European Union. However, given Turkey’s special ties with Afghanistan, I want to make a few additional remarks in order to reaffirm our
support for the ongoing reconstruction process in that cou…
Turkey warmly welcomes the Secretary-General’s report (A/60/984) on arrangements for the establishment of the Peacebuilding Fund. One of the historic achievements of the reform agenda of the United Nations this year has no doubt been the establishment of the Peacebuilding Commission. Coupled with th…
My Government supports a just and lasting solution to the Nagorny Karabakh conflict on the basis of the fundamental principles of international law, the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan, the relevant Security Council resolutions and good- neighbourly relations.
Furthermore, I would like to empha…
At the outset, I would like to welcome the Chairman of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mr. Adnan Terzic.
I would also like to thank Mr. Schwarz-Schilling, the High Representative and European Union (EU) Special Representative, for his briefing today and to commend him and his co…
Let me start by congratulating you, Sir, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council. My warmest thanks and congratulations go also to your predecessor, the Permanent Representative of Argentina.
Turkey has aligned itself with the statement delivered by the representative of Austri…
Allow me to start by expressing our heartfelt condolences to the people of Kosovo on the passing of President Rugova. His peaceful and constructive policies will always be remembered with great appreciation.
I welcome the high-level delegation headed by the President of Serbia, His Excellency Mr. B…
Turkey has aligned itself with the statements made by the representative of the
United Kingdom on behalf of the European Union under agenda items 14 and 15, entitled, respectively, “The situation in the Middle East” and the “Question of Palestine”. I would like to elaborate on a number of issues wh…
