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Bujar Nishani

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2012-09-24

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2016-09-24

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1. “It is against that backdrop that Albania remains a strong believer in dialogue among civilizations and continues to engage actively in bridging the differences among the wider membership on issues pertaining to the human rights agenda. That is why Albania, which currently presides over the Council of Europe, has chosen “United in diversity” as its theme. The dialogue among different cultures and civilizations should be seen as an ongoing process requiring dedication, goodwill and care. We cannot allow the sporadic reckless actions of disruptive groups to prevent us from making a genuine effort to reach a better understanding of one another in a world that is becoming more globalized every day.”

   2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

2. “Albanians are probably unique to our region in that, despite having endured centuries of difficulties in our history, we have always preserved and cherished the values of freedom and respect for the other that are fundamental to the modern concept of human rights. Albanians’ respect for one another’s rights and individuality is expressed first and foremost in an exemplary religious harmony. They have shown an outstanding acceptance of, and respect for, other cultures, ethnicities and civilizations, and have devoted special care and attention to those who have come seeking safe refuge from the horrors of war. Albanians have risked their own lives and far outspent their economic capacity in order to rescue and save those in need who came knocking at their door.”

   2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

3. “We know now that what started as a test idea has come a long way in a relatively short time. A growing number of countries are looking more clearly and closely at the benefits of seeing the United Nations operate and implement its assistance programmes with more coherence and efficiency. Delivering as One has convincingly shown in practice how the operational activities of the United Nations can be delivered with greater efficiency and how the system can do more and better and more with less in its efforts to help countries reach nationally and internationally agreed development goals. I am proud to represent a country and society widely known for their broadmindedness, tolerance and acceptance of others.”

   2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

4. “Our commitment has grown over the years and has embraced almost every aspect of United Nations activity, including peacekeeping operations. In recent years we have devoted particular attention to the ongoing efforts to reform the Organization’s system. As that system has developed and its activities have become more complex, the need for greater coherence and efficiency within the Organization as a whole has grown pressing. That is particularly evident in the area of United Nations development assistance. In June, as one of the pilot countries for the Delivering as One approach, we hosted the fifth High- level Intergovernmental Conference on Delivering as One. The Tirana Conference adopted an outcome document with concrete and, we hope, valuable recommendations in the light of the approaching quadrennial comprehensive policy review.”

   2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

5. “The continuing deterioration of the global economic climate is also a permanent source of anxiety everywhere. Threats to peace and security in various parts of the world show how far we still are from achieving the global security we want. It is therefore only fair that we expect the United Nations, the Organization we have placed at the centre of our international architecture, to be more responsive, efficient, effective and transparent. This year Albania celebrates the one hundredth anniversary of its independence. As we mark that important date and survey our history for the past 10 decades, we note with satisfaction that for more than half of that time the State of Albania has enjoyed successful cooperation and active participation in the life of the United Nations.”

   2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

6. “We gather here every year to share our analysis, our views and comments on the course of world events. We also take this opportunity to share our concerns and to meet, interact and try to offer our best commitment to finding appropriate solutions to current and future challenges. A year has passed since the last session, and the world has continued to change. Development and economic growth in many countries have raised hundreds of millions of people above the poverty line. Societies throughout the world are taking a stand today, demanding more rights and asking for effective political participation. Democracy, human rights and increased participation by women in public and social life have all globally improved. Despite unprecedented global awareness, climate change remains a major source of concern.”

   2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)