The Group of 77 (G-77) is an important player in the development work here at the United Nations. It handles issues that are of the utmost importance to us all, especially now as the United Nations and Member States engage in development reform. It should be a matter of concern for everyone if the G…
I would like to thank the facilitators and their dedicated teams and express my appreciation for the hard work invested in draft resolution A/72/L.62. Israel understands the enormous efforts that were put into this process and recognizes the extremely difficult negotiations that have gone on for the…
I would like to thank the Ambassadors of Finland and Jordan for taking on the challenging task of co-facilitating these extremely difficult but important negotiations. Their efforts and those of their experts are much appreciated. I also want to thank the member States that have shown creativity and…
This debate comes at a crucial time for the Middle East, as conflicts from Syria and Yemen to Gaza and Lebanon continue to escalate. The current trend is growing instability and cruelty. When we consider the challenges of the Middle East, we cannot ignore the one common denominator — Iran, which pla…
I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Group of Western European and other States on the occasion of the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade.
Three years ago, Member States assembled outside this building to unveil The A…
Israel co-sponsored today’s decision, as the act of remembrance is both a duty and collective responsibility of the international community.
The atrocities committed in Rwanda were the product of a policy aimed at the systematic annihilation of the Tutsi. During the 100 days that began on 6 April 1…
Israel joined the consensus on resolution 72/243, given the importance of Nelson Mandela’s legacy. However, we regret that although we were actively engaged in the informal consultations on the resolution, the concerns we raised were not taken into account.
At the outset, I wish to congratulate the Permanent Representative of Mexico and all our friends at the Mexican Mission on the
forthcoming adoption of draft resolution A/72/L.38, on the impact of rapid technological change on the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Israel is proud to …
I would like to start by commending Italy for holding this debate and for the adoption today of the important resolution 2388 (2017), which Israel is proud to cosponsor.
Human trafficking is a crime by humankind against humanity. It debases our fellow human beings and erodes societies. It is a mult…
In a few months, we will mark 14 years since the Security Council adopted resolution 1325 (2000) and four years since it adopted resolution 1960 (2010). While those resolutions are the subject of frequent discussions and debates within these halls, sexual violence continues to be used as a tool of s…
The Palestinian representative’s remarks earlier have no constructive purpose and only serve to inflame hostilities against Israel.
It is ironic that the Palestinian representative would lecture the world on the protection of civilians when the Palestinians are the ones using human beings as human …
The high-level meeting of the General Assembly on the appraisal of the United Nations Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons will be an opportunity to assess the national, regional and international efforts to combat the despicable phenomenon of trafficking in persons. As a party to …
The 1994 International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), held in Cairo, was a groundbreaking event in the history of population and development, as well as of women’s rights. The ICPD Programme of Action endorsed a new strategy that emphasized the many linkages between population and …
Israel welcomes the imminent adoption of today’s draft resolution A/67/L.33. We are a sponsor of the draft resolution because Israel is committed to raising awareness about autism and to addressing the challenges faced by autistic individuals and their families. The draft resolution reflects our dee…
Israel welcomes the steps the Government of Georgia has taken to implement the strategy on internally displaced persons (IDPs) highlighted in the Secretary-General’s report (A/66/813). The strategy has brought about a marked improvement in the humanitarian situation of IDPs. Israel is encouraged by …
Israel joined the consensus on resolution 66/118, “Assistance to the Palestinian people”. Ensuring that assistance reaches the Palestinian people is an important issue for Israel and for our region. Israel has demonstrated its commitment to that cause with more than mere words. We continue to take c…
The delegation of Israel appreciates this opportunity to salute the world cooperative movement. We welcome the General Assembly’s decision to declare 2012 the International Year of Cooperatives (resolution 64/136).
The State of Israel was built on the foundation of strong cooperative movements. Coo…
