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Abela

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2023-09-20
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2023-09-20
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  1. “It must unconditionally withdraw all its forces and military equipment from the entire territory of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders.”

    2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421 (2023) · source

  2. “We remain firm in our resolve to stay at the forefront of the defence of the United Nations Charter. No matter how difficult or disheartening the circumstances may seem, we must never give up on peace. We must never give up on dialogue. We simply cannot afford to do so. In this time of upheaval, our collective response is to redouble our efforts over and over again and continue to invest in our multilateral system. In doing so, we must also reform the Council to make sure that it is truly fit for purpose in today’s world. That means a Council that it is more transparent, more effective, more representative, more accountable and more democratic. Meanwhile, we remain convinced that the only step towards a lasting peace in Ukraine is for Russia to immediately cease all hostilities.”

    2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421 (2023) · source

  3. “And while the Black Sea Grain Initiative allowed almost 33 million tons of grain to be shipped, Russia’s unilateral decision to pull out of the deal has caused grain prices to unfortunately soar upwards. I once again state Malta’s uncompromising position that using hunger and food supplies as weapons of war is completely unacceptable. In conclusion, I reiterate and emphasize once again that there can be no peace in our future if the strong can trample on the weak. There can be no peace if international law can be brushed aside when geopolitical interests so demand it. There can be no peace if the rights of States and individuals can be suspended or revoked at any time. Malta’s commitment to peace, dialogue and multilateralism remains as strong as ever.”

    2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421 (2023) · source

  4. “I equally underline Ukraine’s inherent right to self- defence, as enshrined in Article 51 of the Charter. The Ukrainian people have paid the heaviest price as a result of this unjustified and unprovoked war of aggression. It has led to another human-made catastrophe, as the world was still struggling to find the path to normality following a crippling pandemic. All wars are devastating, and this one is of course no exception. The lives lost are gone forever and will never be recovered. The scars of those wounded, injured and traumatized by conflict never fully heal. Once the fighting is over, the road to recovery will still be a long and arduous one. Through its actions, Russia not only brought war back to Europe’s shores but also generated a global food crisis that has seriously affected most developing countries around the world.”

    2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421 (2023) · source

  5. “Last year, the Russian Federation began its aggression against Ukraine, violating its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Those acts constitute a blatant violation of the United Nations Charter and international law. They were overwhelmingly deplored and rejected by the General Assembly, which called for Russia’s immediate withdrawal of its military forces and a cessation of hostilities. This war profoundly undermines the multilateral system. It weakens and destabilizes this very Council. The immediate and long-term consequences of such actions by a permanent member cannot be emphasized enough. On the occasion of this debate, I reiterate Malta’s full support for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.”

    2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421 (2023) · source

  6. “At the same time, we must not lose sight of the fact that we are living in a world in which conflicts are unfortunately on the rise. The nuclear threat still looms. The climate crisis is unfortunately spiralling out of control. Democracy and human rights are under systematic attack. Global inequalities are deepening. Disinformation and misinformation campaigns are feeding and amplifying tensions. No country can tackle those complex and existential challenges by itself. They require our full and collective attention. Effective multilateralism is the only avenue for addressing them in a decisive and holistic manner. If we are to reach those ambitious goals, we cannot resign ourselves to living in a world in which might is right.”

    2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421 (2023) · source

  7. “Our unwavering belief is that multilateralism — the major theme we are discussing today — holds the answer to contemporary challenges, and that all countries should engage proactively to that end, which served as our point of departure back then. Today, as an elected member of the Council, those convictions continue to serve as our guiding light. More than ever, the world needs an effective multilateral system with the United Nations at its core. We must redouble our efforts to uphold — and defend — the fundamental principles that unite us. We must promote our common values, at a time when they are being aggressively undermined and threatened. We must protect them and adequately respond to any contempt for them.”

    2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421 (2023) · source

  8. “I would like to begin by thanking the Albanian presidency for organizing today’s high- level open debate. I also thank the Secretary-General for sharing his thoughts with us earlier today. Some 12 years ago, soon after the outbreak of the Arab Spring, Malta launched its bid to serve on the Security Council. That was a time, I remember, of turmoil and instability in our immediate neighbourhood, but also a time of hope and aspirations. The decision to embark on that journey stemmed from our commitment to the principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, which are timeless, universal and an integral part of our foreign policy.”

    2023-09-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9421 (2023) · source