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Zarifou AYEVA

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2005-09-24

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2007-09-24

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1. “Moreover, in accordance with our desire for openness and dialogue, we have launched consultations with the Togolese political class and civil society in order to reach a broad consensus and mobilization in managing the process of national reconciliation and in efforts to ensure the return and reintegration of refugees. The consultations also mark the onset of a political dialogue that will allow us, through joint effort, to agree on electoral reform, the reorganization of regulatory bodies and institutions, and the stages and schedule of legislative elections. Safeguarding human rights and fundamental freedoms, enshrining the values and practices of democracy, and strengthening the rule of law and good governance are at the heart of the 22 commitments that my country approved on 14 April 2004 with the European Union.”

   2005-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 60 (2005)

2. “I take this opportunity, on behalf of the Government and people of Togo, to convey our deep gratitude and thanks to the community of States represented here for its many expressions of support and sympathy for our country after the unexpected 29 demise of President Gnassingbé Eyadema and in the context of Togo's difficulties in the wake of his death. Very fortunately, Togo has emerged from that period of unrest and instability. Calm and serenity now reign and promise a new era of hope for our country. In fact, in spite of the tension and violence that marked the electoral process, Togo has continued since then to make tangible progress in peacefully reorganizing its social and political life. The representatives of all political persuasions and civil society have together established a Government of national unity.”

   2005-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 60 (2005)

3. “Indeed, we absolutely must reaffirm certain fundamental principles and ideals that guided the founding fathers of the United Nations. We must devise strategies and working methods that are bolder and better adapted to the scope and seriousness of problems that cannot be effectively resolved except in the framework of this Organization, a symbol of solidarity and brotherhood among States and peoples. We need to pursue and step up our fight against poverty and hunger, the lack of education, gender inequality, child mortality, disease, environmental degradation, and devastating and lethal conflicts.”

   2005-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 60 (2005)

4. “The challenges that continue to face the world - in particular the ongoing conflicts that are ravaging many countries and regions around the world; the pandemics, floods and natural disasters; the terrible dangers that threaten the environment and the ecosystem; famine in various places, particularly in Africa, caused by drought and climate change; and the growing gulf between the wealthy countries and those afflicted by underdevelopment - require greater solidarity, the urgent reform of our Organization, and the adaptation of its bodies and operations to the new international context. My country, Togo, will therefore firmly support the United Nations reform process, as outlined in the report of the High-level Panel on Threats, Challenges and Change, entitled "A more secure world: our shared responsibility" (A/59/565).”

   2005-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 60 (2005)

5. “With commitment and insight, the qualities of a seasoned diplomat in service to his country, Gabon, and to Africa, he effectively guided the work of the preceding session, including the debates held in recent days on the Millennium Development Goals. I also take this opportunity to pay vibrant tribute to the Secretary-General, our brother Kofi Annan, whose commitment to the United Nations and to the great causes and noble ideals it embodies has allowed us to register critical progress in improving the quality and effectiveness of the United Nations operations. I pledge him my country's full support in the ongoing mission we have entrusted to him, which he has carried out with competence, serenity, resolve and humanism. The United Nations is now at a crossroads.”

   2005-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 60 (2005)

6. “At the outset, allow me, on behalf of the people and Government of Togo and on my own behalf, to extend our warmest congratulations to you, Sir, on your election to the presidency of the General Assembly at its sixtieth session. I also assure you of the support and cooperation of the Togolese delegation, confident as I am that your experience and outstanding qualities will prove to be a major asset in ensuring that our work at this session will be commensurate with the great stakes and global challenges that we must meet together. I also convey to your predecessor, Mr. Jean Ping, our deep appreciation for the immense work he undertook with marvellous enthusiasm throughout his mandate.”

   2005-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 60 (2005)