At the same time, Israel’s brutal aggression against Gaza and its current attacks on the West Bank have shamed international organizations for their failure to end these aggressions. Condemning Israel’s escalation and its attacks on Lebanon, which are “pushing the region into the abyss”, he said efforts must “end the bloodshed” and begin providing immediate relief. humanitarian assistance to civilians in Gaza.
Outlining other steps, he said multilateral banks must be modernized and international organizations must be more representative. He also spoke out in favor of Egyptian expansion Security Council with more permanent seats, including African countries.
On growing climate challenges, he said efforts must be linked to appropriate resources to do so, including through the Damage and Loss Fund, in addition to national plans. in accordance with the agreed arrangements. Sustainable development goals (SDG).
In this direction, Cairo will continue to carry out development initiatives with its neighbors and partners in the Nile basin. However, Egypt remains concerned about Ethiopia’s actions regarding the Renaissance Dam project, which does not take into account the needs of countries living downstream.
However, the world needs the United Nations to address a range of challenges from cybercrime, artificial intelligence to collective security. On the second issue, maintaining peace and security is the Organization’s raison d’être, he said, noting with regret that a number of global agreements, including non-proliferation treaties, nuclear gas, is being looked down upon. At the same time, the Security Council has been unable to stop the ongoing conflicts.
Pledging to strengthen the role of the United Nations, he said the root causes of conflict must be addressed and efforts must be intensified to truly sustain peace. One way to address emerging crises is to strengthen State institutions so that they can fill the void created by political unrest, he added.
For its part, Egypt remains committed to working with regional and international partners to restore the multilateral system, he said. Despite the ongoing crises and challenges, Egypt will continue its efforts to strengthen its human resources through national dialogue that prioritizes human rights and democracy as well as maintaining peace and security in region and worldwide.
“Our young people will continue this vision,” he said. “They are the ones who will build their future and protect human life without discrimination based on race, gender or otherwise, all within the multilateral system.”
