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lation, especially that of women, young people and civil society. In that regard, we consider it important to strongly endorse what Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated in his interview on French television on 18 September — that it is imperative to address the security situation in Haiti and that, in addition

to His Excellency Philemon Yang on assuming the Presidency of the 79th session of the General Assembly. Let me also pay tribute to Secretary-General António Guterres for his dedication to global peace and prosperity. (State of the world in 2024) The year 2024 has sadly earned the distinction of being the most conf

ther nations of Nicaragua and Venezuela. We demand the removal of Cuba from the list of terrorist states. Yesterday, I submitted to Secretary-General António Guterres the agreement that formalises the support of the United Nations in the fight against corruption and impunity. I thank this Assembly for approving our

Excellency Philémon Yang, President of the General Assembly, Excellency António Guterres, UN Secretary-General, Excellencies, Distinguished Delegates, 1. First, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency Philémo

President of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, Ambassador Philemon Yang, United Nations Secretary-General, Mr. António Guterres, Excellencies Heads of State and Government, Distinguished Delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen 1. I congratulate you, Ambassador Philemon Yang, on your w

Mr. Philemon Yang, President of the United Nations General Assembly, Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, Excellencies, Heads and Members of Delegations, Distinguished Guests, Peace be upon you. I come before you

Dubai, must secure more significant contributions from wealthy and developed countries. This commitment is urgently needed. As the Secretary-General, António Guterres, stated during his visit to TimorLeste last month, many of us won the battle against colonialism and the struggle for democracy, but we are still fig

ship during a period where global challenges continued to increase in numbers and complexity. I acknowledge the Secretary-General, His Excellency Mr. António Guterres, for his steadfast stewardship of our home, the United Nations during these troubled times. Mr. President, We convene at this 79th session with the t

e, and she should come from **Latin America**, in keeping with the principle of geographical rotation. She would follow in the reformist footsteps of António Guterres. --- **Mr President, leaders of the world,** The international community is sometimes accused of applying **double standards** when it comes to human

is efforts during his presidency of the previous session. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr. António Guterres, for his tireless efforts in upholding the principles and objectives of the United Nations Charter. --- **Mr. President,** Since its participation in

• Your Excellency, Philemon Yang, President of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly; • Your Excellency António Guterres, Secretary General of the United Nations; • Excellencies Heads of State and Government; • Ladies and Gentlemen. • Good morning/ afternoon, Mr. Presid

-Your Excellency Philémon Yang President of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, -His Excellency António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, -Different Heads of State and Government, -Heads of Delegation, -Ladies and gentlemen, It is with a very pa

eneral Assembly, for the excellent work accomplished during his mandate. 3. I would also like to express my high appreciation and full support for Mr António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, for his leadership and commitment to a renewed United Nations Organisation capable of meeting the aspiratio

**Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, Ambassador Dennis Francis, President of the General Assembly, Excellencies,** First, I would like to extend

y Dennis Francis for his principled stewardship as President of the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly. 3. I appreciate and thank His Excellency António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, for his tireless efforts and global leadership. 2 MR. PRESDIENT, 4. More than 30 years ago, Sierra Leone wa

**Mr. President,** **Ladies and Gentlemen Heads of Delegation,** **Mr. Filimon Yang, President of the General Assembly,** **Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations,** I address you from this esteemed podium at a critical moment, amid complex crises sweeping the Middle Eas

President to General Assembly, for his stewardship of the 78th Session of the General Assembly and equally pay tribute to the Secretary-General, H.E. António Guterres, for his commitment to the work of the United Nations. Mr. President, In the face of the current global shocks occasioned by multiple human, natural,

for his commendable leadership in successfully guiding the 78th Session of the Assembly. Our highest accolades are due to the Secretary-General, Mr. António Guterres, for his tireless dedication to reinforcing multilateralism in tackling global challenges. I fondly recall your visit to Nepal last year, Mr. Secreta

78th session of the General Assembly. I also take this opportunity to reiterate Cameroon’s support for and appreciation of the Secretary-General, Mr António Guterres, who, despite the numerous contingencies currently facing our world, tirelessly dedicates himself to advancing the ideals, objectives, and principles

Mr. Philemon Yang, President of the General Assembly, Mr. Secretary-General, António Guterres, Excellencies, Heads of State and Government, Honourable Delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is with great honour that I address this esteemed Assemb

• Your Excellency Philémon Yang President of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly; • Your Excellency António Guterres, Secretary General of the United Nations; • Your Excellencies Heads of State and Government and Leaders of Delegations; • Distinguished Ladies and Ge

n by geography, history, and culture. You may count on the full support of my country throughout your mandate. I would also like to pay tribute to Mr António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, for his tireless dedication and commitment to the ideals of our Organisation. Mr President, Let me take thi

nce, and coexistence—even during the most troubled times in the history of the Old Continent. I would also like to especially thank Secretary-General António Guterres for his perseverance, his consistent preference for conciliation, and his strong message in support of international law and the fight against climat

ectively to this new international organisation. Over the past two days, I took part—alongside many of you and at the initiative of Secretary-General António Guterres—in the “Summit of the Future”. Between hope and concern, this Summit allowed us to grasp the magnitude of the work still required to ensure a harmoni

the courageous positions taken by certain individuals who head these international bodies, including the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr António Guterres.

Your Majesties, Excellencies, and Highnesses, Your Excellency Mr Philemon Yang, President of the General Assembly, Your Excellency Mr António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a happy coincidence that our address today coincides with a glorious national o

, Dennis Francis, for the many remarkable achievements recorded during his stewardship. 3. It gives me particular pleasure to commend His Excellency, António Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, for his commitment to the cause of peace and development, and the democratisation of the United Nations

n agenda. Through you, I express my best wishes for success in guiding our work. I also warmly commend the unwavering commitment of Secretary-General António Guterres, whose efforts to promote peace, human dignity and multilateralism are more necessary than ever. Senegal renews its full support for his mission in t

ion. 2. I seize this opportunity to reaffirm the Kingdom of Morocco’s full support for the efforts of the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr António Guterres, especially his ambitious initiative to convene the **Summit of the Future**. --- **Mr President,** 3. Hardly a year passes without our gathering her

** And may peace and blessings be upon the noblest of messengers. - Mr President, - Your Majesties, Excellencies, and Highnesses, - His Excellency Mr António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, - Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, Allow me at the outset to extend my warmest congratulations to His Ex

, and leadership. Moreover, I take this opportunity to express, on behalf of the Haitian people, our heartfelt gratitude to you, Mr Secretary-General António Guterres, for your recent visit to Haiti.

ency Mr. Dennis Francis for his efforts during his presidency of the previous session. And we commend the prominent role played by His Excellency Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, in strengthening its role and achieving its lofty goals. Mr. President, The blatant aggression that befalls

President of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, Mr. Philemon Yang, United Nations Secretary-General, Mr. António Guterres, Excellencies Heads of State and Government, Ladies and Gentlemen, Thirty years ago, South Africa was born as a new nation; equal, united and free fr

- His Excellency Mr Philemon Yang, President of the Seventy-Ninth Session of the General Assembly, - His Excellency Mr António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, - Excellencies, Heads of State and Government, - Honourable Delegates, - Ladies and Gentlemen, *Ri’ siguan

ecretary-General António Guterres, President Philemon Yang, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, Alii and warm greetings from Palau. Mr. President, allow me to begin by congratulating

**Mr Philémon Yang, President of the UN General Assembly, Mr António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, Distinguished delegates, Mr President, Ladies and Gentlemen,** At the outset, it gives me great pleasure to

Mr President of the General Assembly, Philemon Yang, I extend my greetings to Secretary-General António Guterres and to each Head of State and Government, as well as to all delegates present. I would like to make special mention of the Palestinian delegation, wh

**Mr Philémon Yang, President of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly,** **Excellencies, Heads of State and Government,** **Mr António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations,** **Excellencies, Ministers, Distinguished Delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen,** **All protocols observed,** 1

sion will be a great success. I also commend His Excellency Dennis Francis, President of the 78th Session of the General Assembly, and His Excellency António Guterres, the UN Secretary-General, for their contributions and efforts in coordinating UN endeavors to prevent wars, maintain peace and promote global develo

stifling debt; and the mounting impact of climate change. We feel the chill of a new Cold War. In response to these challenges, our Secretary-General António Guterres called for the **Summit of the Future**, which earlier this week led to the adoption of 54 action items across development, peace and security, techn

go, for the admirable manner in which he led the work of the 78th session of the General Assembly. Lastly, allow me to reiterate to Secretary-General António Guterres our encouragement for his continued efforts to realise the noble goals of our shared Organisation. --- **Mr President,** On 26 June 1945, by signing

y of the seventy-eighth session, which he conducted flawlessly. Finally, on behalf of my country, I extend our deepest gratitude to His Excellency Mr António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, for his service in promoting peace and development. --- **Mr President,** This 79th session opens once agai

y. Let me also express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to address this esteemed assembly. I would like to thank the UN Secretary General Mr. António Guterres for his firm focus on Central Asia. This was once again confirmed by his recent visit to our region, which laid a solid foundation for further expand

ensures you, Mr. President, full cooperation in all works of the General Assembly. I would also like to extend my special thanks to Secretary General António Guterres for his energy and determination in leading the United Nations in these difficult and challenging times. Mr. President, The coming years will be cruc

est in extremism, in proposals that deny rights and reject democratic values; and international institutions are losing legitimacy. Secretary-General António Guterres referred to these phenomena, describing a purgatory of polarity and instability—symptoms of civilisational crisis, of a transitional era in which the

nt Dennis Francis during the 78th Session. He has the sincere appreciation of the Central African people. To the UN Secretary-General, His Excellency António Guterres, I would like to reiterate the Central African Republic’s gratitude and full support for his various initiatives to make the UN a true space for glob

eral Assembly, Mr Philemon Yang, on his election and wish him every success. I express special appreciation for the tireless work of SecretaryGeneral António Guterres. The reforms he has promoted since 2017 have contributed to the effective improvement of the functioning of the United Nations. He knows that he has

ex international environment. I also congratulate his predecessor, Mr. Dennis Francis, for the results achieved during his term. To Secretary-General António Guterres, I express our acknowledgement of his deep commitment to the service of our common ideals and goals in a very difficult international landscape. The

Dennis Francis, President of the 78th session, for his successful leadership. I further commend the continuous efforts of the Secretary-General, Mr. António Guterres, to restore confidence in and reaffirm the value of multilateralism. --- **Mr President,** As much as we are hopeful for the transformations and refo

**• Mr António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations** **• Mr Philémon Yunji Yang, President of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly** **• Dis