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Thongloun SISOULITH

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first: 2006-09-24
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“A recent momentous and milestone event was the signing of the ASEAN Charter, which has transformed ASEAN into a rule-based regional organization. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic continues to enjoy solid political stability and social order. Thus, our socio-economic development has registered significant achievements, as reflected in the high and sustained growth of our gross domestic product. Notwithstanding those achievements, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic still faces impediments. Rising oil prices, inflation and the global economic slowdown all stand in the way of our path to economic prosperity. This year, we have also experienced severe flooding that has inflicted huge material losses nationwide.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“We therefore would like to stress the significance of the upcoming midterm review of the Almaty Programme of Action, to be held on 2 and 3 October 2008 here in New York, which should provide the international community with the opportunity to assess progress made, lessons learned and constraints encountered in the implementation of the Almaty Programme of Action. As a member country, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic is gratified to witness the 3 08-53135 continuing stability resulting from strengthened and enhanced integration of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), which is an important contribution to the maintenance of peace and further cooperation in the region and the world.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“In that context, we underscore the urgency of addressing the special needs of least developed and landlocked developing countries through the full, timely and effective implementation by all stakeholders of the Brussels Programme of Action and the Almaty Programme of Action, as called for in the 2005 World Summit Outcome Document. Landlocked developing countries face a unique impediment in not having access to the sea. International cooperation is crucial to the success of the development goals of those countries.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“In formulating policies to confront climate change, we should promote the integration of all three components of sustainable development — economic development, social development and environmental protection. In that respect, we call for the full implementation of the Bali Road Map. As widely expressed at the high-level event on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), the lack of effective implementation of the internationally agreed development goals, including the MDGs, remains of deep concern. Therefore, the highest priority should be given to securing the effective and full implementation of the agreed goals and commitments.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“In that regard, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic sincerely urges the parties concerned in the aforementioned conflicts to seek ways to peacefully resolve their differences. It is our fervent hope that the peoples living in those conflict-affected areas may enjoy peace and prosperity as swiftly as possible. Unlike most calamities, global warming affects not only the livelihood of every being on the planet, but also the course of human history. Climate change will become all the more worrisome as it leads to many other social and economic problems in addition to those faced by our world today. That is why there is a need for immediate global action to address climate change in accordance with the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“The goal of achieving peace and prosperity remains the highest priority of the international community, yet inter-State conflict, terrorism and unlawful unilateral sanctions and interventions continue to impede that goal. We are greatly distressed by the persistent conflict that has plagued the lives of the peoples of the Middle East for decades, particularly of the Palestinian people, who have been fighting to exercise their right to self-determination and Statehood. We are deeply saddened by the number of casualties and the material damage inflicted upon the nations of Iraq and Afghanistan. We remain troubled by the embargo that has been imposed on the Republic of Cuba by the Government of the United States of America, an act that is clearly illegal and not responsive to the legitimate interests of the peoples of either nation.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“Nevertheless, those countries remain beleaguered by basic infrastructure of poor quality, limited access to markets, capital and new technology, and low supply of finance and investment. The sudden increase in oil and food prices has led to a period of economic instability in many countries. To combat that problem, we stress the need for the full and effective implementation of the Rome Declaration on World Food Security and the establishment of a global food bank and an international food fund to ensure long-term food security for developing countries, particularly the most vulnerable among them. In addition, the great untapped potential of those countries should be explored and exploited to the maximum extent through increased investment and technology transfer by developed countries and other development partners for mutual benefit.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“We recognize the threat posed by the continuing existence of nuclear weapons. It is hence incumbent upon the nuclear-weapon States to honour 08-53135 2 their unequivocal commitment to work towards the total elimination of nuclear weapons. Renewed efforts are needed to resolve the impasse in achieving nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation in all its aspects. While globalization brings with it numerous opportunities for economic development, the obstacles that the world faces deserve significant attention. Developing countries, in particular the most vulnerable group of countries — the least developed countries landlocked developing countries and small island developing States — have taken important steps to further integrate themselves into the global economy.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“No less important is the need to substantially reinforce the development pillars of the United Nations, which include the Department of Economic and Social Affairs, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, the regional commissions and the United Nations Development Account, enabling them to better support developing countries. In that context, we commend Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s reform efforts aimed at transforming the United Nations into a more responsive, dynamic, multifunctional and effective Organization. The Secretary-General’s personal dedication to the cause of peace, and his endeavours in search of solutions to the three global crises of finance, fuel and food deserve special recognition. The current difficult and complex situation in the field of disarmament continues to be a cause of concern.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“For over half a century, the United Nations has played a crucial role in maintaining international peace and security and in promoting the socio-economic advancement of Member States, especially developing countries. Yet, as the world situation becomes ever more complex and unpredictable, the United Nations increasingly needs more robust and effective institutions. In our opinion, United Nations reform must be comprehensive, transparent, inclusive and balanced. We must strengthen the role and authority of the General Assembly and revitalize its work. We must also reform the Security Council, turning it into a more democratic and representative organ comprising new permanent and non-permanent members alike.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“First, let me express, on behalf of the delegation of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, my heartfelt congratulations to Mr. d’Escoto Brockmann, a veteran diplomat of Nicaragua, on his election as President of the General Assembly at its sixty-third session. I trust that, with him at the helm, the work of the General Assembly is in good hands. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic is of the belief that the United Nations remains an important and pre-eminent forum for addressing issues related to international cooperation for economic development, peace and security, human rights and the rule of law, based on dialogue, cooperation and consensus-building amongst States.”
2008-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 63 (2008)
“As the host country, the Lao Government would like to encourage all member States to participate and actively contribute to the success of that meeting. To conclude, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic reaffirms its unswerving commitment to continue cooperating with the international community in pursuit of a peaceful, equitable and prosperous world, free of fear and want, in order to ensure the well-being of all peoples on the basis of respect for the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law, as well as the recognition of diversity and respect for the social, cultural and historic reality of each country. To that end, greater efforts and sacrifices are definitely required from us all. Yet I am sure that together we will be able to make it happen.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“The meeting adopted the Vientiane Declaration on Aid Effectiveness, which reflects the commitments of the Lao Government and its development partners to improve the coordination and effectiveness of official development assistance. In pursuance of its foreign policy of peace, friendship and cooperation with all countries in the world, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic has had diplomatic relations with 125 countries and has become a member of various regional and international organizations, with a view to integrating itself into the regional and international economic system. One of the significant events for the Lao People’s Democratic Republic this year is the convening of the twenty-third ministerial meeting of the International Organization of la Francophonie on 20 and 21 November 2007 in Vientiane.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“Tourism, particularly cultural and ecotourism, has been broadly promoted and expanded, thus attracting more and more tourists to the country. The Lao Government continues to pursue a development policy that is aimed at promotion of sustainable development, sustained use and conservation of natural resources, exploitation of clean energy and protection of the environment and the ecosystem. In November 2006, in cooperation with the United Nations Development Programme, the Lao Government held the ninth Round-Table Meeting, which provided a consultative forum for the development partners and various Lao Government agencies to engage in a constructive and frank dialogue on development assistance.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“The Lao People’s Democratic Republic reaffirms its support for the Palestinian people in their struggle for the right to self-determination, including the right to establish a sovereign and independent State of Palestine, living side by side in peace with Israel and other countries in the region. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic is enjoying unwavering peace, political and social stability and economic growth. This year is the second year of the continued implementation of the country’s sixth Five-Year Socio-Economic Development Plan, for 2006 to 2010. As a result, significant achievements have been recorded. The poverty rate declined from 48 per cent in 1990 to 28 per cent in 2005. Opium cultivation was completely eradicated in 2006. The practice of shifting cultivation declined six times from 2001 to 2005.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“We believe that through committed efforts by all concerned parties, the results of the talks will be fully translated into action, thus contributing to the eventual denuclearization of the region. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic reaffirms its continued support for the General Assembly resolutions urging an end to the economic, commercial and financial embargo imposed on Cuba. Contrary to international law and the United Nations Charter, those coercive measures have caused great difficulties and losses to the people of Cuba. The prolonged and persistent violence in the Middle East remains a cause of concern to the world community. As a result, the Palestinian, Lebanese and Iraqi peoples have suffered great losses in human life and property.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“To that end, the United Nations reform process should be conducted in a comprehensive, inclusive, transparent and balanced manner. A strong and effective United Nations would better perform its mandate to maintain international peace and security through the peaceful settlement of disputes and the promotion of international cooperation for development. However, the United Nations reform process would not be complete without the Security Council being restructured into a more legitimate, representative, democratic and effective organ. Like other Member States, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic welcomes the progress achieved in the implementation of the outcome of the Six-Party Talks on the nuclear issue in the Korean Peninsula.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“I hereby affirm that efforts to address climate change should not compromise attainment of the development objectives of developing countries. Addressing the issue should fully cover the three pillars of sustainable development. The efforts should be based on the principle of common but differentiated responsibility between the developed and developing countries. In order to enable the developing countries, particularly the two most vulnerable groups among them, to achieve sustainable development and address climate change, the developed countries should provide them with the necessary financing for adaptation, mitigation and the transfer of appropriate technology. For the United Nations to meet the daunting challenges that lie ahead, it should transform itself into a strong, efficient and effective organization.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“In addition, the international community should give priority to the provision of both financial assistance, in the form of grant aid or soft loans to those countries, and technical assistance. The world community is facing challenges caused by human activity, such as climate change, which affects all nations, rich and poor. Yet the Member States who suffer most from this catastrophe are the least developed countries and small island developing States, due to their lack of resources and capacity for adaptation. In that context, I believe that the outcome of the High-level Event on Climate Change will significantly contribute to successful negotiations on a comprehensive agreement under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change to deal with the matter.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“That is due primarily to a lack of basic infrastructure, as well as a lack of access to markets, modern technology, financing and investment. In order to guarantee greater benefits for the most vulnerable countries, the international community must intensify its concerted efforts to assist them in fully and effectively implementing its respective programmes of action, as called for in the 2005 World Summit Outcome (resolution 60/1). This should include strengthened international partnerships, increased official development assistance, greater market access and special and preferential tariffs for their exports. Further measures should be taken to ensure debt sustainability, technology transfer and the promotion of equitable structures of international trade and finance in favour of those vulnerable countries.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“All of humankind continues to live under the threat of nuclear weapons and in fear of terror and the spread of weapons of mass destruction. That fear will become much greater if those weapons fall into the wrong hands. Furthermore, the use or threat of use of force to resolve international problems, together with violations of the sovereignty of Member States, persists. That hinders progress in the enhancement of international peace and security and development cooperation among Member States. Despite the fact that globalization offers new opportunities for development, developing countries in particular least developed, landlocked and small island developing States have not reaped its benefits, as they ought to be able to do.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“At the outset, let me express, on behalf of the Lao delegation, my cordial salutations and congratulations to Mr. Srgjan Kerim on his election as President of the General Assembly at its sixty-second session. I should also like to take this opportunity to pay tribute to the Secretary-General, Mr. Ban Ki-moon, for his strong commitment to the reform process in pursuit of a strong, fully mobile and multifunctional United Nations. His great efforts and dedication to the cause of enhancing peace and security and promoting global socio-economic development and justice also deserve our praise. The issue of development is becoming increasingly prominent. Today, our world remains far from secure. Parts of our planet are beset by violence, natural disasters and pandemics.”
2007-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 62 (2007)
“In closing, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic reiterates its determination to work in unison with the international community to create an environment conducive to promoting the well-being of all countries and peoples the world over.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“In addition, policies of support for small and medium enterprises will be implemented concurrently with the promotion and gradual expansion of industrialization, with a view to further improving the living conditions of our people and raising them to a higher level. Similarly, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic will further expand its relations and cooperation with the international community and will contribute actively to the regional integration process, particularly the integration of countries members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), with the aim of enhancing the role of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic as an efficient partner of the countries in South-East Asia and other regions of the world.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“For the coming years, the Government will concentrate all its efforts and actively mobilize all of the country’s forces and potential, in conjunction with favourable conditions and opportunities provided by the international community, for the purpose of ensuring the successful implementation of our national socio-economic development plan for the period 2006- 2010, with a view to achieving steady economic growth at an annual rate of 7.5 per cent. It is expected that by 2010, the slash and burn method of cultivation will definitely be terminated and that the problem of poor households will be basically solved.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“Over the past five years, the national economy has grown at an annual average rate of 6.3 per cent, the incidence of poverty has declined from 48 per cent of the population in 1990 to 28.7 per cent in 2006, and opium cultivation has been completely eradicated. Public investment was concentrated in areas such as infrastructure and social development, particularly human resource development which focuses on education, health and culture. Moreover, foreign direct investment has swiftly increased.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“The international community is deeply concerned to see the people of Iraq continue daily to endure significant losses in human lives and property. My country expresses the hope that peace, security and national unity will be restored as soon as possible. In the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, following the election of members of the National Assembly of the sixth legislature, held in early 2006, a new Government has been formed with the main tasks of consistently pursuing the policy of overall restructuring and ensuring the effective implementation of our five-year socio-economic development plan. That achievement would contribute to strengthening the nation’s political stability and social security and to consolidating solidarity throughout society.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“The country supports General Assembly resolutions that call upon the Government of the United States of America to put an end to the economic, commercial and financial embargo imposed on the Republic of Cuba. In the Middle East, there is an urgent need to implement Security Council resolution 1701 (2006), which would bring normalcy to the situation in Lebanon and pave the way for a comprehensive solution to the Palestinian problem, in conformity with the relevant United Nations resolutions. The situation in the Korean peninsula requires that problems should be resolved by peaceful means. In that regard, we call for the resumption of the Six-Party Talks based on the principles and commitments set out in the Joint Statement of 19 September 2005, in order to promote peace and security in the region.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“The historic first meeting of heads of State or Government of the Group of Landlocked Developing Countries, held on 14 September 2006 in Havana, Cuba, adopted a declaration reaffirming the right of access to and from the sea of landlocked countries, in accordance with international law, and underscored the importance of a midterm review to assess the implementation of the Almaty Programme of Action. In my capacity as Chairman of the Group of Landlocked Developing Countries, I appeal to the international community to further address the special needs and problems of that vulnerable group and to lend us support and assistance in our efforts to bring the midterm review process to a successful conclusion.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“Despite the failure of the recent United Nations Conference to Review Progress Made in the Implementation of the Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects, the 06-53329 2 Lao People’s Democratic Republic considers that the Programme of Action is a living document and remains a framework for cooperation that empowers States to work towards its full and effective implementation.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“In order to solve those problems, the international community must create an enabling environment conducive to development, whereby the interests of developing countries can be tangibly promoted. To enable the United Nations to meet the challenges ahead, it should be reformed in a comprehensive, inclusive and balanced manner. This would enhance the important role of the Organization in maintaining international peace and security and promoting the peaceful settlement of disputes and international cooperation for development. In addition, the United Nations reform process should include the revitalization of the General Assembly, the strengthening of the Economic and Social Council and reform of the Security Council in order to render it more legitimate, democratic and effective.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“All of this creates major impediments to peace and development cooperation among States and peoples. Globalization offers new opportunities for economic development, yet its benefits are unevenly shared. Developing countries, in particular the most vulnerable groups, namely the least developed countries, landlocked developing countries and small island developing States, have taken important steps to launch trade liberalization and further integrate themselves into the world economy. Nevertheless, those countries continue to face many problems, primarily the lack of basic infrastructure, access to markets, capital, new technology, financing and investment.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)
“Allow me, Madam, to congratulate you upon your election as President of the sixty-first session of the General Assembly. I also wish to take this opportunity to convey our high appreciation to Secretary-General Kofi Annan for his commendable achievements throughout his two consecutive terms of office, in the maintenance of peace and the promotion of socio-economic development the world over. Despite the fact that today’s global trend is towards peace and development cooperation, the international situation continues to undergo rapid and complex changes. Numerous events during the past year demonstrate that world peace, justice and security are far from being secured, due to the use of force in the settlement of international problems and violations of the sovereignty of Member States.”
2006-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 61 (2006)