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65/283 GA

Strengthening the role of mediation in the peaceful settlement of disputes and conflict prevention and resolution

65
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Draft symbol A/65/L.79
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UN Document 65/283 ↗

Vote ConsensusA/65/PV.102 June 22, 2011

Speeches following this vote (9) may include explanations of vote
The President
I shall now give the floor to those representatives who wish to speak in explanation of position on the resolution just adopted.
Mr. Benítez Versón (Cuba)
Resolution 65/283 on strengthening the role of mediation in the peaceful settlement of disputes and conflict prevention and resolution, adopted by the General Assembly today, was the outcome of a long and intense negotiation process. Cuba engaged actively in that process and presented a significant number of proposed amendments to the text. We are satisfied with the final balance of the resoluti…
Ms. Poroli (Argentina)
The Republic of Argentina joined the consensus on resolution 65/283 on strengthening the role of mediation in the peaceful settlement of disputes and conflict prevention and resolution. In so doing, we reaffirm yet again our commitment to the ideals and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and our conviction that multilateralism is crucial to international peace and security. Any aven…
Mrs. Ancidey (Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela)
The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela supported resolution 65/283, entitled “Strengthening the role of mediation in the peaceful settlement of disputes, conflict prevention and resolution”, and reaffirms yet again the commitment of the Bolivarian Government to the alternative methods to resolve disputes and to foster peace and harmony among peoples. From the outset, Venezuela played an active rol…
Mr. Nazarian (Armenia)
We have just adopted resolution 65/283, which recognizes the central role of good offices and mediation in the maintenance of international peace and security. The concept of mediation has always been at the forefront of the attention of the United Nations and of regional organizations, and we believe that this concept should include the views of all concerned Member States. From the very beginn…
Mr. Mehdiyev (Azerbaijan)
At the outset, I would like to join previous speakers in congratulating all delegations on the adoption of resolution 65/283 on strengthening the role of mediation in the peaceful settlement of disputes, conflict prevention and resolution. I would also like to convey our special thanks to Finland and Turkey for their skilful efforts, which enabled us to reach agreement on, and succeed in garner…
The President
I call on the representative of Armenia on a point of order.
Mr. Nazarian (Armenia)
I have requested a point of order since, as you stated, Mr. President, we are in the stage of explanation of vote after the vote. The delegation of Azerbaijan is listed as one of the sponsors of resolution 65/283. I am therefore seeking your ruling as to whether that country may take the floor at this stage. Rule 88 of the rules of procedure of the General Assembly states that the President shall…
The President
After verification, I find that the point of order raised by the representative of Armenia is indeed correct. As a sponsor of the resolution, Azerbaijan cannot take the floor in explanation of position. I therefore regret that I must inform the representative of Azerbaijan that he cannot continue with his statement. We have heard the last speaker in explanation of position. May I take it that i…
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