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Individual human beings are the foundation, the cause and the end of every social institution. This fact must be recognized, as also the fact that they are raised in the plan of Providence to an order of reality which is above nature.Pope Paul VI, Populorum Progressio
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Statement by the holy see at the High-Level Conference on the Situation of Rohingya Muslims and Other Minorities in Myanmar
With over 1.2 million Rohingya displaced and 630,000 still stateless in Myanmar, Archbishop Gallagher highlighted the dire conditions in refugee camps and the urgent need for increased funding to maintain access to food, healthcare, and education. He warned that without support, vulnerable populations risk exploitation and trafficking.
September 30 2025
Archbishop Gallagher Delivers Statement at the General Debate of the High-Level Week at the Opening of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly
Speaking under the theme “Better Together: Eighty Years and More for Peace, Development and Human Rights,” Archbishop Gallagher emphasized the urgent need for collective action to end conflicts, combat poverty, and uphold human dignity. He called for immediate ceasefires and sincere dialogue in war-torn regions such as Ukraine, Sudan, and the Middle East, and stressed the importance of protecting civilians and respecting humanitarian law.
September 29 2025
Archbishop Gallagher delivers statement at the High-level Meeting to Commemorate the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons
Reflecting on the 80th anniversary of the first nuclear test and the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Archbishop Gallagher warned of rising tensions, rearmament, and the normalization of nuclear rhetoric. He expressed concern over the integration of artificial intelligence into military systems and the erosion of trust in international law.
September 26 2025
Archbishop Gallagher delivers statement at the Fourteenth Conference on Facilitating the Entry into Force of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty
Archbishop Gallagher reaffirmed the Holy See’s longstanding support for the CTBT, signed in 1996 and ratified in 2001, describing it as a cornerstone of global non-proliferation and disarmament efforts. He warned that the Treaty’s continued non-entry into force undermines international peace and raises serious ethical concerns.
September 26 2025
Archbishop Gallagher issued Statement at the High-Level Meeting on the “World Programme of Action for Youth at 30: Accelerating Global Progress Through Intergenerational Collaboration”
The Head of Delegation emphasized the vital role of youth as builders of peace, stewards of creation, and contributors to a more just society. He expressed concern over the persistent challenges facing young people—including war, inequality, hunger, and exclusion from education and employment—which threaten their development and sense of dignity.
September 26 2025
Archbishop Gallagher Issued Statement at the Fourth High-Level Meeting on the Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases and the Promotion of Mental Health and Well-being
The Head of Delegation emphasized the growing burden of non-communicable diseases and mental health conditions which remain leading causes of death and disability, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. He stressed that achieving health and well-being for all requires a holistic approach—one that integrates prevention, timely care, and universal access to primary healthcare.
September 26 2025
Archbishop Gallagher delivers statement at the United Nations Security Council Open Debate on Artificial Intelligence and International Peace and Security
New York, 25 September 2025 Mr. President, The Holy See wishes to thank the Republic of Korea f…
September 25 2025
H.E. Archbishop Gallagher Delivers statement at the High-level Meeting to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women
The Head of Delegation highlighted ongoing challenges such as poverty, limited access to education, wage inequality, and violence against women and girls—including emerging forms of abuse through technology and the tragic persistence of practices like prenatal sex selection and female infanticide.
September 22 2025
28 September, 2025 - Sunday Mass with Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher
On 28 September, 2025, at the Church of Our Saviour, you are cordially invited to the Sunday Mass presided by Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher
September 27 2025
Holy See mission annual UN prayer service, 8 september 2025
The Archbishop drew inspiration from the liturgical feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, emphasizing the enduring relevance of divine preparation and human response in shaping history.
September 09 2025
Archbishop Caccia delivers statement during the General Assembly High-level Plenary Meeting to Commemorate and Promote the International Day Against Nuclear Tests (IDANT)
Eighty years after the first nuclear detonation, Archbishop Caccia urged the international community to reflect on the moral and humanitarian consequences of nuclear testing, noting the enduring harm caused to human life and creation.
September 04 2025
Statement by Archbishop Caccia at the High-Level Forum on the Implementation of the Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace
Reflecting on the recent Jubilee of Youth in Rome, which drew over one million young people, Archbishop Caccia emphasized the transformative power of fraternity and friendship in creating a world where dialogue replaces violence.
September 03 2025
The Holy See Delivers Statement at the Third International Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries Awaza (Turkmenistan)
Emphasizing the need for strong political will to implement the Awaza Programme of Action, the Holy See Delegation called for long-term, tangible assistance for LLDCs, rooted in justice, solidarity, and the promotion of human dignity.
August 11 2025
Statement by Archbishop Caccia at the General Debate of the High-level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two - State Solution
Noting that only patient and inclusive dialogue can achieve a just and lasting peace, Archbishop Caccia called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the release of Israeli hostages, and full protection of Palestinian civilians, alongside unhindered humanitarian access.
July 30 2025
Archbishop Caccia delivers statement at the General Debate of the ECOSOC High-Level Political Forum
He reaffirmed the enduring relevance of the UN’s founding principles—peace, cooperation, human rights, and social progress—as essential foundations for sustainable development. He emphasized that all efforts must uphold the God-given dignity of every person and foster solidarity among nations.
July 22 2025