This Treaty has been a truly vital pillar of international peace and security: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly
For more than fifty years, this Treaty has been a truly vital pillar of international peace and security. It has helped limit the spread of nuclear weapons; facilitated access to clean and reliable energy; and has built confidence for responsible nuclear trade. In short, it has delivered real benefits for people around the world. The United Kingdom remains fully committed to the Treaty and our obligations under it, including Article […]
Stability and lasting peace can only be achieved if the efforts of the international community are matched with action by all Haitian stakeholders: UK statement at the UN Security Council
We note the positive indicators of progress set out by the briefers today. In particular, we welcome steps to promote national unity towards the holding of free and fair elections, including the National Pact for Stability and the organisation of elections. However, the situation remains fragile. This Council meets at a critical time when planning […]
Russia’s approach to the Easter ceasefire demonstrates its contempt for peace: UK statement to the OSCE
Thank you, Mr Chair. Since this Council last met, Russia has further intensified its war against Ukraine. Its actions once again demonstrate contempt for international law, for civilian life, and for the conditions required to achieve a just and lasting peace. In March, Russia launched an average of over 200 drones per day against Ukraine […]
The United Kingdom condemns violence against UN peacekeepers who work tirelessly to protect international peace and security: UK statement at the UN Security Council
The safety of peacekeepers is critical. This year has seen unacceptable attacks on blue helmets. This includes the killing of peacekeepers in UNMISS, MINUSCA, UNISFA and most recently in UNIFIL. Our sympathies are with the families of those killed. The United Kingdom condemns violence against UN peacekeepers who work tirelessly to protect international peace and […]