Mr. Van Oosterom

Mr. Van Oosterom

Netherlands
158
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154
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NLD S/PV.7837 Dec. 15, 2016

The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union. I will read out a shortened version of my statement, in view of time constraints. My full statement will be available via PaperSmart and on Twitter. Let me begin by paying tribute to the ener…

NLD S/PV.7818 Nov. 22, 2016

I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for your vision in including this item on the agenda of the Security Council. My country supports you whole-heartedly in this matter, particularly given the close bilateral cooperation between Senegal and the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the area of water and wa…

NLD S/PV.7802 Nov. 7, 2016

I thank the Senegalese presidency for organizing today’s important debate. (spoke in English) The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement made on behalf of the European Union and its member States. In addition, we fully support the statement delivered earlier by the representat…

NLD A/71/PV.38 Oct. 31, 2016

The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union, but in view of the importance of the subject matter at hand and recent developments, we would like to make some additional comments. The Netherlands joins others in thanking President Fernánd…

NLD S/PV.7793 Oct. 25, 2016

The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union and that made by the representative of Canada on behalf of the Group of Friends on Women, Peace and Security. In addition, we fully support the statement to be made by the representative of Ita…

NLD S/PV.7771 Sept. 14, 2016

In honour of New Zealand’s presidency of the Security Council, I would like to use the Maori greeting “Kia Ora” to first address you, Madam President. I align myself with the statement made on behalf of the European Union a few moments ago. However, I would like to underline the following. The Kin…

NLD S/PV.7758 Aug. 23, 2016

I join my colleagues in expressing my appreciation to Malaysia for organizing this timely and important debate. The prevention of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) and related materials and technologies to violent, extremist armed groups and non-State actors is of crucial impo…

NLD S/PV.7753 Aug. 2, 2016

The Netherlands aligns itself with the statement delivered on behalf of the European Union and the statement to be delivered by the representative of Canada on behalf of the Group of Friends of Children and Armed Conflict. The Netherlands wishes to address the following three issues in our national…

NLD A/70/PV.110 July 1, 2016

I have just come from the Mission of Turkey, where I offered condolences on behalf of the Kingdom of the Netherlands for the terrible loss of life in the terrorist attack earlier this week in Istanbul. Such attacks can only serve to strengthen our common resolve to counter terrorism. Terrorism is a …

NLD S/PV.7722 June 21, 2016

In honour of your presidency, Sir, allow me to thank you in French for the opportunity to speak at this debate on behalf of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. (spoke in English) I align myself with the statement to be made by the observer of the European Union. I would like to thank the Secretary-Ge…

NLD A/70/PV.95 May 13, 2016

I have the honour to introduce, under agenda item 78, draft resolution A/70/L.47, entitled “Report of the International Criminal Court”. In addition to the 62 countries listed in document A/70/L.47, 17 countries have indicated their wish to be included as sponsors of the draft resolution. It is my …

NLD S/PV.7645 March 15, 2016

I thank you very much, Mr. President, and in honour of your presidency this month, I will try to say this in your language. Obrigado, senhor Presidente. I thank you for the opportunity to speak at this debate on behalf of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, which aligns itself with the statement just ma…

NLD S/PV.7629 Feb. 23, 2016

I align myself with the statement made on behalf of the European Union earlier today. I will read out a shortened version of my statement in view of time constraints. The full version will be made available on my Twitter account. Let me also thank the Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venez…

NLD S/PV.7621 Feb. 15, 2016

The Kingdom of the Netherlands would like to thank the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela for convening today’s debate and for providing the Member States with the opportunity to re-emphasize the importance of the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter. I would also like to thank the Se…

NLD A/70/PV.67 Dec. 7, 2015

With regard to the reports introduced by the Rapporteur of the First Committee, Ms. Tasha Young of Belize, on behalf of the Committee’s Chair and Bureau, I can only commend her efforts. I would like to stress that she has our full confidence and we greatly appreciate her work. We have been very fort…

NLD A/70/PV.65 Nov. 30, 2015

I thank the President for organizing this annual debate. I align myself with the statement made by the observer of the European Union. We also thank Ambassador Saikal of Afghanistan for his statement, and the German delegation for its efforts that resulted in a consensus draft resolution (A/70/L.2…

NLD S/PV.7539 Oct. 20, 2015

I am honoured to deliver this statement on behalf of Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. Let me first express appreciation to Spain for organizing this important open debate. As the United Nations marks its seventieth anniversary, we are faced with a conflict-ridden world, numbers of displaced…

NLD S/PV.7526 Sept. 17, 2015

In view of time constraints, I will read out a shortened version of my statement. The full version will be available on Twitter. I align myself with the statement to be made by the observer of the European Union. First of all, I would like to thank Special Representative of the Secretary-General H…

NLD S/PV.7442 May 13, 2015

Let me start by thanking Lithuania for taking the initiative to organize this very important open debate and also for the excellent concept note that has been circulated (S/2015/306, annex). It provides valuable guidance for our debate today. In the view of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the avail…

NLD S/PV.7419 March 27, 2015

The Kingdom of the Netherlands aligns itself with the statement made earlier by the European Union (EU). I will read out a short version of my statement. My full text will be available via my Twitter account in view of time constraints. First of all, I would like to thank France for organizing thi…