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Klaus Werner Iohannis

lines on the record: 68
first: 2015-09-24
most recent: 2023-09-24
sittings or episodes: 6
sources: un-general-debate

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“The pact for the future must provide the United Nations with the tools to deliver, for us and for future generations. We must stand for our people and for the future we want.”
2023-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 78 (2023)
“Romania strongly advocates for the strengthening of the United Nations human rights system, including for its adequate funding. As a member of the Human Rights Council, we remain an active supporter of democracy, the rule of law. non-discrimination, the freedom of expression and children’s and women’s rights. At the same time, full respect for. and the promotion of. international law remain at the very core of our foreign policy. As an example. Romania is advocating for an enlarged acceptance by States of the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice, and we count on members’ support for our solid candidature for the world Court. Next year’s Summit of the Future represents an excellent opportunity to find joint global solutions.”
2023-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 78 (2023)
“In our endeavours, we should use the opportunities created by digitalization, innovation and new technologies, as well as strategic investments in renewables, as enablers of sustainable development. At the same time. Romania welcomes the Secretary-General’s initiative to issue a code of conduct on information integrity on digital platforms. In the current geopolitical context, the key to efficient multilateralism is ensuring its successful reform, which cannot be delayed any longer. An enlarged Security Council could include important additional voices from the Group of African States, from various small island developing States and even from the smallest regional group — the Group of Eastern European States. As we celebrate the seventy-fifth anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.”
2023-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 78 (2023)
“We remain vocal in supporting climate education — a priority for Romania and for me personally. I also strongly believe that the climate-security nexus should be featured more prominently on the United Nations agenda, including at the Security Council. We hope that the Climate Ambition Summit and the twenty-eighth Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change will mobilize the political will to keep the 1.5°C target alive. We must accelerate a just energy transition and emissions reduction, while also ensuring energy security. Countering natural disaster risks also requires joint efforts, and the Emergency Platform initiative is a step in the right direction. Romania actively participates in international assistance missions, shares best practices and offers training on response measures.”
2023-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 78 (2023)
“Moreover, we will contribute to the European Union’s objective of allocating 0.20 per cent of its collective official development aid to least developed countries. The devastating effects of climate change, pollution, biodiversity loss, energy insecurity and disinformation are our global concerns. Romania’s efforts to combat those challenges are visible. For instance, we are committed to the swift ratification and implementation of the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction. We were also part of the core group promoting the General Assembly’s request for an advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice on the obligations of States in respect of climate change.”
2023-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 78 (2023)
“African institutional resilience, peacekeeping and capacity-building. Through our sustainable development strategy, we are advancing efficient, transparent and citizen-centred governance. Our second voluntary national review, which was issued this July, is proof that we are on the right track, as we have already achieved 62 per cent of our national targets for 2030. However, as we are keenly aware that we are lagging behind globally, we place our trust in the upcoming Sustainable Development Goals Summit and the Summit of the Future. We are also aware of the importance of financing for development. Romania is committed to increasing its official development assistance to 0.33 per cent of its gross national product by 2030.”
2023-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 78 (2023)
“Food insecurity and energy and economic instability affect the entire world, especially the most vulnerable in the global South. By terminating the Black Sea Grain Initiative and attacking Ukrainian ports. Russia is further exacerbating the global food crisis. We once again urge the Russian Federation to cease blocking the Initiative. As a direct neighbour to Ukraine and a responsible and solidary international actor. Romania has played an active role in global food security efforts. Since the beginning of the war. we have facilitated the delivery of more than 25 million tons of Ukrainian grain. Romania will not let down our most vulnerable partners who need our support, especially those from the least developed countries, including from Africa. We are also investing in. and making a contribution to.”
2023-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 78 (2023)
“Our region, the wider Black Sea area, must be protected against the effects of Russia’s war against Ukraine and its hybrid war and malign interference. Romania has consistently argued that it is necessary to keep the so-called protracted or frozen conflicts in the region high on our agenda. Romania has also been at the forefront of supporting, in a multidimensional manner, the vulnerable partners in the region. We have therefore offered substantial support to our neighbour the Republic of Moldova, the country most affected by the war — after, of course. Ukraine itself. While we work in the present to defend our values, we should also continue to project a sustainable future. We therefore continue to actively pursue the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.”
2023-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 78 (2023)
“That war has demonstrated that the Black Sea needs more global attention, as it is of strategic importance for transatlantic security. Romania also stands for more efficient multilateralism, alongside like-minded partners across the globe, in the fight for freedom and democracy. From day one of the war. Romania has acted in full solidarity with the brave Ukrainian people. We will continue to provide safe haven and to protect refugees coming from our neighbour, as we have done for the more than 6 million Ukrainians who have already crossed our borders. We fully support the Ukrainian peace formula as the most suitable framework conducive to a fair, lasting and sustainable peace. We also support the pursuit of international law and accountability, so that all those responsible for atrocities are brought to justice.”
2023-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 78 (2023)
“The world as we know it is enduring profound and rapid transformations under the impact of the many challenges that humankind must face. At the same time, against that very difficult background, we continue to defend our core values, the Charter of the United Nations and effective multilateralism. Our decisions are critical for the future of humankind. We. the leaders, are called upon now to take decisive actions for the generations to come, in a spirit of solidarity and shared responsibility, and to stand up for the rules-based international order and full respect for international law. Romania is a direct neighbour to the continued war of aggression of Russia against Ukraine. And we have acted, with all our energy, to make a solid contribution to regional and international security and stability.”
2023-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 78 (2023)
“We recognize the essential role played by civil society actors and human rights defenders in the promotion and protection of human rights. Ensuring the proper functioning of democratic institutions, upholding respect for the rule of law and guaranteeing fundamental rights and freedoms remains fundamental. It is with these firm convictions that Romania has presented its candidacy for a seat on the Human Rights Council for the term 2023-2025. I would like to conclude by stressing that we need to restore public trust in effective multilateralism. Only together will we be able to identify and implement sustainable solutions in order to achieve world peace, prosperity, the fulfillment of human rights and a healthy environment for future generations.”
2022-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 77 (2022)
“Protracted conflicts, such as those in the Black Sea region, need to be addressed without delay. United Nations peacekeeping has always been an instrument of paramount importance in safeguarding peace and security. Romania’s solid contribution to various operations around the globe stands as proof of our commitment. We need to ensure that, in line with the Action for Peacekeeping agenda, United Nations peacekeeping missions become more effective and contribute to political solutions to conflicts, placing human rights at the core of their action. We also need steadfast action by the international community to protect and promote human rights. We must strengthen the United Nations human rights system and ensure the sustainable and adequate funding of all its activities.”
2022-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 77 (2022)
“In order to support the Ukrainian economy and help manage the global food crisis, Romania has acted in a responsible way by facilitating the export of more than 4 million tons of Ukrainian grain, which represents 60 per cent of the grain exported by Ukraine, through our ports on the Danube and the Black Sea since the beginning of the crisis. We also commend the role of the Secretary-General in reaching the Black Sea Grain Initiative, which is, as he symbolically put it, a beacon of hope in a world that truly needs it. Romania has long argued for keeping the so-called protracted or frozen conflicts high on our agenda and for focusing on how to solve them. The war against Ukraine has taught us that, in such contexts, the absence of war does not mean peace.”
2022-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 77 (2022)
“In two months’ time, we shall meet in Egypt for the twenty-seventh Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, and additional commitments towards climate neutrality are necessary, along with the implementation of the decisions already made. The clock is ticking, and the planet cannot wait any longer. Raising awareness, educating future generations on environmental protection and fighting climate change is of utmost importance and a topic very close to my heart. Education is a top priority for Romania and a strategic investment in our future. Therefore, we also look forward to the Summit of the Future, to be held in 2024. Weaponizing access to food and restricting it around the world is unacceptable.”
2022-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 77 (2022)
“Energy security requires strategic investments in renewables, in nuclear power — with new future-oriented projects, such as small modular reactors — or in hydrogen. It also requires energy prices that are accessible to our citizens. Ensuring energy security goes hand in hand with the green transition for resilient and climate-neutral economies. The nexus between climate change and peace and security should be more prominent in our discussions, including in the Security Council. Despite our efforts, we have not moved past the triple crisis of climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss. All our efforts in the European Union and in coordination with international partners are meant to identify and implement the best solutions to those serious difficulties.”
2022-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 77 (2022)
“Our support for peace should be voiced now louder than ever. In defending our universal values, it is essential to stay united and bring everyone on board, including those who are still hesitating. Engagement and dialogue are crucial to overcoming divisions and, at the same time, to countering the spread of falsehoods and propaganda. The challenges we face today —such as the impact of climate change and the loss of biodiversity, energy insecurity, the lack of access to food and education, and social inequities — are becoming more and more severe. They need responses and solutions, as our citizens are rightfully asking for them. For all those issues, common action is the only way forward. Energy security is a global concern, requiring joint solutions and responsible action. We must avoid the use of energy as a tool of blackmail.”
2022-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 77 (2022)
“Romania supported and will continue to support Ukraine, as its people are also fighting for our values and democracy. Romania has opened its frontiers and its heart to all those seeking refuge from the war in Ukraine. Since the beginning of the conflict, more than 2.3 million Ukrainians have crossed our borders. Romania has offered not only emergency assistance, but also medium- and long-term support for those who have decided to stay in our country, with free access to education, health services and the labour market. In addition, we have offered direct humanitarian assistance and put in place a logistics hub for coordinating international humanitarian assistance from the entire world. Our support will not stop there. We know that our response, especially to this war, will shape our common future.”
2022-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 77 (2022)
“They refer to blatant violations of norms and principles of international law, including international humanitarian law, fundamental human rights and sustainable development worldwide. Those should be of major concern for all of us, irrespective of how far we are from the conflict. There is no justification for a military aggression against a sovereign State. There is no justification for bloodshed, destruction or human suffering. It is our joint responsibility to come together and uphold our common values as Members of the United Nations. Democracy and universal human rights are legitimate aspirations for all humankind. We therefore need to act now and support all who fight for freedom and democracy. We should guarantee respect for the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of all States.”
2022-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 77 (2022)
“We live in difficult times. Our predecessors, who adopted the Charter of the United Nations, were “determined to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war”. Almost eight decades later, peace is still under threat, this time from worrying new challenges — the most severe since the end of the Second World War. Since 24 February we have been witnessing the tragic consequences of the unprovoked and illegal war started by the Russian Federation, a permanent member of the Security Council, against Ukraine. We have also witnessed exceptional solidarity from numerous countries united in their support for Ukraine, a sovereign member of the General Assembly and a victim of months of aggression against its civilians, basic infrastructure and economy. The consequences of the war are global and are not limited to our security.”
2022-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 77 (2022)
“In conclusion, let me reaffirm Romania’s full support in the endeavour to galvanize multilateral efforts for poverty eradication, quality education, climate action and inclusion at the General Assembly throughout the seventy-fourth session.”
2019-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 74 (2019)
“Romania reiterates its deep concern about the global spread and magnitude of terrorism and condemns in the strongest terms the continued recurrence of terrorist attacks, including those targeting representatives of diplomatic missions. Recently, such attacks in Kabul, Afghanistan, tragically ended the lives of two Romanian citizens and seriously wounded one. I reiterate the firm commitment of Romania to combating terrorism at the international level by using all available tools, including international law. Romania has welcomed the reform launched by the Secretary-General at the beginning of his term and supported the efforts of the United Nations to enhance coordination and improve coherence in the implementation of the Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy.”
2019-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 74 (2019)
“Romania is strongly committed to acting in this way as a pillar of stability in the region, and we have constantly supported the United Nations efforts aimed at tackling such risks, including through General Assembly resolutions pertaining to these matters. Romania participated, and continues to participate, in United Nations peacekeeping operations, covering countries all over the world, from Afghanistan and the Sudan to Georgia and Haiti, and now Mali. In mid-October, 120 Romanians and four helicopters will start their mission in Mali — a critical area in support of the United Nations effort to help the Malian Government to achieve stability and build a safer future for its people by promoting sustainable development, peace and security.”
2019-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 74 (2019)
“Military presences on other countries territories without their consent, military build-ups, aggressive gestures, threats of the use of force, and the use of hybrid tactics to undermine internal stability are worrying developments and should be rejected by all of us. Romania remains a strong supporter of the multilateral rules-based international order built around the United Nations, which represents our best hope for tackling such challenges. The effectiveness of this international order depends on the willingness of all United Nations members to engage in finding lasting multilateral solutions that conform with the core values of the United Nations.”
2019-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 74 (2019)
“The establishment of sustainable development units in the Administration and the creation of a civil society coalition for sustainable development are just a few tools we have envisaged in order to scale up our national effort in this area. Development and security go hand in hand. Nevertheless, the approach based on the security-development nexus may not be enough to overcome security challenges as they may have roots going beyond development per se. Unfortunately, in our region, we continue to witness deliberate actions aimed at undermining security. The belt of unresolved conflicts around the Black Sea, which has strategic importance for transatlantic security, remains a serious source of instability, hampering regional cooperation and overall international security.”
2019-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 74 (2019)
“A list in this regard was sent to the Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the 2019 Climate Change Summit. Adaptation tools and mitigation of the negative effects of climate change are parts of the wider strategy of sustainable development at the national and global levels. In Romania, a dedicated strategic document launched last year, the revised National Strategy for Romania’s Sustainable Development 2030, guides our action over the next 12 years. Based on a broad public consultation, the Strategy mirrors the expectations of our society and maps the policies needed to meet the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.”
2019-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 74 (2019)
“Our objective is to reach by 2050 a society in which economic, social and environmental policies are interconnected and designed to ensure sustainable development, high living standards and quality of environment. Further, advancing the European Union agenda on climate change was a priority for Romania during its mandate as President of the Council of the European Union in the first six months of this year. The transition to a climate-neutral economy was intensively debated within the European Union, and its long-term strategy on climate change is to be finalized soon. At the same time, Romania answered the call of the Secretary-General to come up with national initiatives for nine portfolios, entailing concrete actions with the potential to curb greenhouse-gas emissions and increase global action on adaptation and resilience.”
2019-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 74 (2019)
“Unfortunately, Romania has not been spared by the adverse effects of climate change, but we came to this session of the General Assembly with a sense of hope and responsibility — hope that it is not too late to secure a safe and environment-friendly planet for our children, and responsibility to undertake concrete steps in order to keep the pace with our promises under the Paris Agreement and the rules agreed in Katowice, including by pursuing efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1.5° C above pre-industrial levels. Our national strategy on climate change has been conceived with the aim of shaping an economy resilient to climate change, with low carbon-dioxide emissions, and able to integrate climate policies through smart economic growth.”
2019-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 74 (2019)
“The forthcoming seventy-fifth anniversary of the United Nations in 2020 will be an opportunity for our Organization to step up the implementation of the Secretary-General’s ambitious reform package, renew our Organization and make sure that it delivers for all. The United Nations can count on Romania and our active commitment to fulfilling these ambitious endeavours. Undoubtedly, climate change is a global challenge, from the shortage of water and food insecurity to sea-level rise. I thank the Secretary-General for his leadership in generating a meaningful agenda on this issue throughout the year.”
2019-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 74 (2019)
“I am honoured to address the General Assembly and present Romania’s renew commitment to multilateralism and the rules-based international order, with the United Nations at its core. With the fall of the hideous communist regime 30 years ago, my country embarked on a new era of freedom, democracy and prosperity. The Iron Curtain was replaced by our strong determination to rejoin the family of Western values and to interact openly with the rest of the world, driven by our deep respect for democratic principles and the international rule of law. Today all of us are profoundly interconnected by multilateral governance and, more than ever, we must value the genuine spirit of cooperation that the United Nations has always promoted and which is indispensable for finding efficient solutions to international challenges.”
2019-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 74 (2019)
“Let me extend our best wishes of success and assure her of the full cooperation of Romania.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“We welcomed the organization of a debate in the Security Council in July on aspects of peace and security related to climate change (see S/PV.8307), and we are ready to follow up on the topic if elected as a non-permanent member. Ahead of the preparation of the Secretary-General’s climate summit next year, during its presidency of the Council of the European Union Romania will host an international conference on the theme “Building resilience to natural disasters”, as a platform to exchange views on how to assess and more effectively address climate-related security risks and enhance the basis for a resilient future. I thank the President of the General Assembly for the theme she chose for this year’s debate and congratulate her on the important responsibilities she has assumed.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“Romania will be a responsible partner in promoting a common United Nations agenda. We have recognized the primary responsibility of the Security Council for international peace and security, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations. As many crises today are multidimensional in nature, the Security Council could play a more prominent role in addressing more aspects that impact peace and security. For example, climate change has become one of the toughest global challenges. Its consequences — be they water shortages, food insecurity, the displacement of people or rising sea levels — threaten lives all around the world. In addition to the efforts of other United Nations platforms to tackle climate-related risks, the Security Council could create a framework to address them in an integrated manner.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“We must reach out to our young people, representatives of civil society, journalists and business people. We need them all for the cause of multilateralism and global leadership. As the Assembly knows, Romania is running for a non-permanent seat in the Security Council for the term 2020-2021. Through that candidature, we take our share of responsibility in the attempt to increase the effectiveness of the Council. We hope that our track record within the United Nations will convince the Assembly once again that Romania is committed to supporting the United Nations work for peace and development for all its Members. Peace, development and justice are foundational pillars in our multilateral strategy. We respect our partners and rely on dialogue. We count on members’ most valuable support for our candidature.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“We still have to work on making the whole United Nations system, including the Security Council, truly coordinated, efficient, effective, transparent, accountable and fit for the realities of the international community of the twenty- first century. The next few months will be decisive for United Nations reform. The implementation of the framework put in place as a result of the tireless work of the Secretary-General, with the support of the Member States, will reflect the level of political determination of each country. Romania will continue to support that effort. As the next President of the Council of the European Union, in the first half of 2019, Romania is determined to strengthen the European Union-United Nations partnership. And when I speak about engagement I do not just mean politicians and diplomats.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“In addition, negotiations on a global pact for the environment are about to start. The development of the convention on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction is in progress. Another Ocean Conference will take place soon. It will be aimed at continuing engagement for safe, secure, clean and sustainably managed oceans at the global level. In addition, the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and the Plan of Action to Prevent Violent Extremism remain paramount. The list of achievements with a direct impact on our lives does not stop there, as we do not stop making progress in our work together at the United Nations. And I believe that we can do more.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“Therefore, in April 2019, in partnership with the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, Romania will host a regional conference on the theme “The 2030 Agenda: Partnerships for Sustainable Development”. The countries of our region will have a chance to share good practices and lessons learned in the process of implementing the 2030 Agenda and in identifying strategic opportunities for addressing key social drivers in our region, as well as looking at areas of sustainability and common interest. From another perspective, we are satisfied with our joint efforts to prepare for the adoption of some very important international cooperative frameworks by the end of 2018. The global compacts on refugees and regular migration will generate a common approach on migration and displaced persons at the global level.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“Unfortunately, there are unresolved conflicts in the wider Black Sea area that pose serious threats to the region itself and to international security. Three years ago, we adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development — a unique universal agenda for progress — and set 17 ambitious goals that have a significant impact on the most pressing challenges in the everyday lives of our people. Romania, like many other countries, is in a learning process. One very useful exercise was the presentation of our national voluntary review at the High-level Political Forum in July. At the same time, we have a lot to share from our own experience.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“I therefore welcome the invitation of the President of the General Assembly to comment on the continuing relevance of the United Nations for the lives and well-being of all peoples. We have to explain the current challenges to peace, equity and sustainability of our societies and speak more about the role of the United Nations in addressing them. We must explain that we face serious threats to security, that terrorism needs a globally coordinated response and that the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery remain existential threats to global security. Pointing them out is necessary, but not enough. We need to address them by coming up with clear solutions. Romania is working in that respect in its region.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is turning 70 years old, and so is the International Law Commission, the main United Nations body responsible for shaping international law in order for the international community to become a better place where international rule of law governs us all. Such anniversaries are a reminder of our political determination to stand up for our fundamental rights and the law, although the road has neither been short nor easy. Our action as political leaders is driven by a responsibility towards our people. We serve our people when working with the United Nations, and each and every citizen needs to see a concrete impact on his or her daily life and a positive change.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“I am particularly honoured to address this year’s session, as 2018 is a symbolic year for Romania. One hundred years ago, Romanians accomplished their great dream, that of living together in one united country. The centenary of a united and modern Romania is not only about my country’s past but, even more, about the future. My strong conviction is that a safer and prosperous future for the Romanian people can be accomplished only alongside peaceful and sustainable societies all over the world. The United Nations, too, has reasons to celebrate this year.”
2018-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 73 (2018)
“Our bid for a non-permanent seat for the 2020- 2021 term is about my country’s sincere engagement in supporting the efforts of the United Nations for peace and security and our enduring commitment to peace, development and justice. If that endeavour is successful, we will be honoured to work even harder for the advancement of our common projects and of the Organization as a whole.”
2017-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 72 (2017)
“The proliferation of protracted conflicts in our neighbourhood is an obstacle to regional cooperation and has brought our mutual confidence to a historically low level, which is why the international community should actively support and stimulate regional cooperation and confidence-building measures and decisively address conflicts. Romania has constantly emphasized the importance of strengthening United Nations cooperation with regional and subregional organizations. To that end, we promoted Security Council resolution 1631 (2005) in our capacity as a non-permanent member of the Council at the time. Romania would be proud to once again bring its contributions to the work of the Security Council.”
2017-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 72 (2017)
“That is why I welcome the Secretary- General’s Human Rights up Front initiative, which aims to mainstream human rights policies throughout the United Nations system. Earlier today, I had the pleasure of organizing a debate on a very important topic — making education for peace. The use of identity fears and of the us- versus-them paradigm cannot be left unanswered. In the context of increasing violence and disinformation, Romania is convinced that it is only through quality education that we can counter the extremist trends that our young people are facing today. At the same time, we continue to be concerned about security developments in and around our region. The belt of protracted conflicts around the Black Sea remains a serious threat. We are still witnessing actions that offend the principles and norms of international law.”
2017-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 72 (2017)
“In that respect, Romania remains committed to the common initiative, developed with Spain, for the possible future establishment of an international court against terrorism. We also expect to see the United Nations increase its contribution to global efforts in the area of international migration, including in addressing the problem of its main origins. We hope for a consistent follow-up to the New York Declaration. In my view, it is important to ensure that the global compact for migration, on which negotiations will start soon, will cover every aspect of international migration, to the benefit of both migrants and host communities. We also support the reinforcement of the human rights dimension within all relevant areas of United Nations activities.”
2017-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 72 (2017)
“We support the Secretary-General in his efforts to pursue meaningful reform on three priorities: conflict prevention, sustainable development and management reform, including reshaping the Secretariat in order to make the United Nations more efficient. My country also welcomes the reform of the counter-terrorism architecture of the United Nations, as well as the steps taken by the United Nations to make counter-terrorism a key element of its prevention agenda. Since no country can fight such a terrible scourge alone, we trust that the newly established Office of Counter-Terrorism will increase our effectiveness in combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.”
2017-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 72 (2017)
“We cannot lose sight of the stabilizing role that the United Nations plays in setting the broad parameters of contemporary international relations. That is why our efforts to improve the effectiveness of the United Nations should remain strong. At the end of the day, no matter what a reformed Security Council may look like in the future, we need the United Nations to have robust policy-planning capabilities and the ability to project visions for global peace and well-being beyond present crises. Romania supports the Secretary-General’s focus on the creation of an integrated institutional structure for supporting a holistic approach to crisis management. We also strongly advocate for modernizing and increasing the effectiveness of peace operations.”
2017-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 72 (2017)
“We have to drive the implementation of the ambitious 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development forward, including in relation to conflict prevention and sustaining peace, as well as with respect to its Sustainable Development Goals. Romania has formulated essential development policies that will have a real impact on advancing the implementation of the 2030 Agenda. We have chosen to involve all political actors, civil society, the private sector and the scientific community in that process. To share our experience in coordinating the national process of implementation of the 2030 Agenda and to discuss our progress, Romania will submit its voluntary national review during the meeting of the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development to be held in July 2018.”
2017-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 72 (2017)
“Developing and sustaining peace require not only a swift and adequate response to crises, but also an understanding of the root causes of conflicts and insecurity, which rarely emerge from a single source. At the same time, the agenda of the United Nations is not only about conflicts and crises; it is also about sustainable development and the promotion of human rights. It is about hope and a decent life for all, which represent the only foundation on which we can build a safe and sustainable planet. Working on education and ensuring the prosperity of our peoples are the most efficient ways to prevent instability and crises. Focusing our actions on people should remain the ultimate goal. How should we achieve that goal?”
2017-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 72 (2017)
“Even if there are some perceptions that the United Nations has not dealt well with the multitude and complexity of the new crises at hand, it is clear that no path serves us better than multilateralism in finding viable solutions for the current global challenges. More than ever, a rules-based international system — namely, the international rule of law — is vital our success. The United Nations has to be equipped with the essential tools to perform as an efficient Organization that reflects the will of its Member States and enjoys the trust of all the people of the planet. At the same time, we, the Member States, must increase our commitment to the Organization.”
2017-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 72 (2017)
“I would like to begin my statement by conveying my condolences to the people of Mexico in the wake of the 19 September earthquake. Let me welcome the theme of the seventy-second session of the General Assembly, “Focusing on people: Striving for peace and a decent life for all on a sustainable planet”. Those are very important objectives that will require all of our determination as responsible leaders in order to achieve them, especially when we see obstacles before us. Indeed, people across the globe still suffer from the brutal effects of war, poverty, inequality and injustice. Tensions over cultural identity and faith are rising, even within traditionally open and tolerant societies. Natural disasters cause increasing damage every season. Terrorist attacks deepen the sense of insecurity.”
2017-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 72 (2017)