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Ali Osman Mohamed Taha

lines on the record: 106
first: 1996-09-24
most recent: 2010-09-24
sittings or episodes: 4
sources: un-general-debate

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“It is equally vital that the decision-making mechanism be corrected by establishing just criteria to guide its policies and distance it from selectivity and double standards. In this context, the veto concept must be reviewed and corrected so that the principle of equality among Member States stipulated in the Charter of the United Nations may become a reality. Finally, the Security Council should discharge its political responsibilities without addressing legal issues, which fall within the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice, as stipulated in the Charter and the Statute of the Court. The Court must be enhanced to enable it to shoulder its responsibilities in handling legal disputes among Member States.”
1996-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 51 (1996)
“The Sudan supports the position expressed by both the League of Arab States and the Organization of African Unity endorsing the re-election of Mr. Boutros Boutros-Ghali for a second term. The Sudan also welcomes General Assembly resolution 50/227 on the restructuring and revitalization of the United Nations in the economic, social and related fields. On the other hand, it is imperative that a thorough review of the Security Council take place to ensure its democratization and to allow for equitable representation by the developing countries, including permanent membership. There is a strong need to review the work and procedures of the Security Council in order to achieve transparency and to enable all States to follow the formal and informal meetings of the Council.”
1996-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 51 (1996)
“It is against that background that the call has sounded for the reform of the United Nations system. True and sincere adherence to the spirit and letter of the Charter of the United Nations, equality, respect for the sovereignty of Member States, non-interference in their internal affairs and respect for their right to choose are the bases for strengthening the United Nations and fostering its role, transparency and democratization, so that it may meet the enormous challenges of maintaining international peace and security and serving economic and social development. I should like to point out that my country has followed with satisfaction the positive reforms that have been undertaken by the Secretary-General.”
1996-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 51 (1996)
“Moreover, the nuclear threat still lingers on, military conflicts have not ceased and ideological fanaticism and cultural hegemony have become the major features of the new world order. The Sudan is of the view that the structure of the international community, which is based on ideological, political and cultural diversity and pluralism, prompts us all to accept peaceful coexistence and dictates that harmony and diversity among nations become the vehicle for interaction and dialogue within the framework of pursuing national interests in the context of the international system. The nations of the world expect the United Nations to be a forum in which they can express their views and positions and an instrument for the continued pursuit of humanity’s aspirations to freedom, prosperity, peace and security.”
1996-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 51 (1996)
“The international community had keenly hoped that the post-cold-war era would result in an end to the tensions that had characterized the international scene and to the arms race and armed conflicts. All nations, particularly those in the developing world, have aspirations to build a new world order whose cornerstone would be equality among States, non-interference in their internal affairs, transparency and respect for ideological, cultural and religious diversity. Any observer of today’s international scene would conclude that events are completely contrary to expectations. Tensions have escalated, and political, military and economic threats are on the increase. Apparently, equality among States of sovereignty, rights and obligations no longer exists.”
1996-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 51 (1996)
“Allow me at the outset to express to Mr. Razali Ismail our sincere congratulations on his election as President of the fifty-first session of the General Assembly. His rich experience, wisdom and knowledge will definitely lead to the success of our deliberations, which are taking place in very delicate international circumstances. I assure him of 15 the full support and assistance of my delegation in discharging his task successfully. Allow me also to take this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation to the outgoing President, Mr. Freitas do Amaral, for his successful efforts in leading the work of the fiftieth session of the General Assembly.”
1996-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 51 (1996)