Human rights
Children and youth at UNGA 81
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Speeches that raised children and youth
Republic of Moldova · Day 5Vasile TofanKiev was home for nearly 15 years, including on that fateful morning of 24th of February, 2022.
That morning, as parents, we struggled to explain to our three boys at the time, 1, 10, and 12, what war actually meant.
Perhaps nothing captures the normalization of this war better than the arithmetic children have learned.
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Tajikistan · Day 5Sirojiddin Muhriddinpeace remains our most fundamental responsibility.
But peace cannot be taken for granted.
It must be diligently built, and it must be steadfastly protected, and it must be passed on to future generations.
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San Marino · Day 5Luca BeccariChildren are being killed, maimed, abducted, and recruited.
They are losing their home, their school, and their future.
San Marino remain firmly committed to the children and harm the conflict agenda and support the work of the UN Special Representative for children in harm and conflict.
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Micronesia (Federated States of) · Day 5Aren PalikWe are mainstreaming gender across state and national planning, strengthening survivor centered services, expanding women's economic empowerment, and decision making and engaging in preventing gender-based violence and advancing equality.
Mr. President, on youth, I'd like to say that our youth are taking active roles in community advocacy, climate stewardship, adaptation and mitigation activities, and services across our nation.
Building on these achievements, our priorities are clear.
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Brunei Darussalam · Day 5Prince 'Abdul MateenIt is in this wider context that Brunei Darussalam co-sponsored Security Council Resolution 2823, strengthening accountability for crimes against United Nations peacekeepers.
Those who serve under the United Nations flag must be protected.
But accountability cannot be episodic.
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Iceland · Day 5Thorgerdur Katrín GunnarsdóttirThe suffering of Palestinian civilians cannot become a background noise.
Children are still being killed.
Families are still losing their homes.
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Tunisia · Day 5Mohamed Ali NaftiTherefore, Tunisia emphasizes its commitment to strengthening the role of women in public life and in decision-making positions, and to continuing efforts to combat all forms of violence and discrimination against women, recognizing that women's empowerment is a key driver of development and stability.
Likewise, Tunisia places youth at the heart of its national priorities and works to empower them politically, economically, and socially, while encouraging their initiatives and their participation in public affairs and decision-making.
I also take this opportunity to commend all members of the Tunisian diaspora, wherever they may be, in recognition of their role in enhancing Tunisia's image abroad and supporting development efforts in their homeland.
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Malaysia · Day 5Mohamad Haji HasanMr. President, Malaysia will not stand here and research statistics that everyone in this hall already knows.
We all know the scale of death in Gaza.
We know how many children, families, medics, aid workers and journalists have been slaughtered.
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Sao Tome and Principe · Day 5Ilza Maria dos Santos Amado VazAt the same time, in the face of threats posed by illegal fishing and transnational crime, Sao Tome and Principe will continue to work with the states of the region and international partners to strengthen maritime security and promote a sustainable blue economy, thus preserving our resources for future generations.
The preservation of these resources and the building of sustainable development ultimately depend on people and on the opportunities afforded to them.
The future of Sao Tome and Principe hinges on our ability to create opportunities for the next generation.
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Zambia · Day 5Mulambo Hamakuni HaimbeMr. President, Africa's youthful population is one of our greatest assets and represents an enormous opportunity for global prosperity for global prosperity.
According to demographic forecasts, one in every four youths on the globe will be African by 2050.
We have a wealth of young Africans with potential to become entrepreneurs, scientists, engineers, farmers, innovators, and artists, and indeed, future leaders.
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