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Statements

Friday 15 November 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the Fourth Committee on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia began by echoing the plea of Pope Francis for “an immediate ceasefire on all fronts. Let us pursue the paths of diplomacy and dialogue to achieve peace”.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Tuesday 12 November 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement on the Comprehensive review of the whole question of peacekeeping operations in all their aspects.

The United Nations peacekeeping operations constitute a powerful demonstration of the solidarity of Member States to restore peace in conflict-affected regions. By working together, Member States pave the way for stable and secure societies, embodying their shared responsibility to protect vulnerable populations and promote enduring peace.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Thursday 7 November 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the Third Committee on racism and other related intolerances.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 25 October 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the Thematic Discussion on Other disarmament measures and international security in the First Committee

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Thursday 24 October 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the First Committee on the Thematic Discussion on Conventional Weapons

Within his remarks, the Permanent Observer stated that the illicit proliferation and misuse of conventional weapons has become one of the most pressing security concerns at the national, regional, and global level.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Wednesday 23 October 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the Third Committee on Human Rights Questions

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Tuesday 22 October 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the Second Committee on Groups of Countries in Special Situations

Archbishop Caccia began by highlighting the importance of responding with solidarity to the economic challenges faced in Least Developed Countries, particularly through prioritizing the eradication of poverty and promoting the integral development of each person.

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Tuesday 22 October 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the Fourth Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia expressed his appreciation for the significant work carried out by the United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR) and its invaluable contributions in the advancement of knowledge regarding ionizing radiation.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Tuesday 22 October 2024

Archbishop Delivers Statement At the Thematic Discussion On Nuclear Weapons at the First Committee

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia stressed the urgent need to advance the pursuit of nuclear disarmament, as the threat of the use of such weapons is “at its highest level in many generations.”

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Wednesday 16 October 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the General Debate of the First Committee of the General Assembly

In his remarks, the Archbishop emphasized the adverse effects for the poor, elderly and children in vulnerable situations due to the global increase in armed conflicts.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Tuesday 15 October 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the Second Committee on Sustainable Development

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Tuesday 15 October 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers statement on the rights of Indigenous people

Archbishop Caccia, underscoring the need to respect and protect the rights of indigenous peoples, highlighted some of the challenges they face, which include assimilation and urbanization, and even the loss of their lands.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Monday 14 October 2024

Archbishop Caccia delivers statement at the Third Committee on the Advancement of Women

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia called for a joint response, involving both women and men, to combat the scourge of violence against women, particularly domestic violence.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Monday 14 October 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the Third Committee on Rights of Children.

Archbishop Caccia began by reaffirming the special protection and care that children deserve. He noted, however, that children are more likely to live in poverty than adults, which exposes them to exploitation, abuse and violence.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Monday 7 October 2024

Archbishop Gabriele Caccia delivers Statement at the Third Committee on Crime Prevention, Criminal Justice, and international drug control

On 7 October 2024, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, issued two statements at the Third Committee of the United Nations General Assembly: the first on agenda item 107, crime prevention and criminal justice, and the second on agenda item 109, international drug control.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 4 October 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia at UNGA 79 – Third Committee Agenda item 26 (a, b): Social development

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia reaffirmed that social development, a fundamental pillar of integral human development, cannot be achieved without inclusion.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Saturday 28 September 2024

Address by Cardinal Pietro Parolin at the General Debate of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly

In his remarks, Cardinal Parolin emphasized that “peace is only possible if it is wanted.” He highlighted the need for collective efforts to foster peace and sustainable development, and respect human dignity.

General Assembly
Thursday 26 September 2024

Statement by Cardinal Pietro Parolin at the High-Level Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance

In his remarks, Cardinal Parolin highlighted the serious risk posed by AMR and the need for a multisectoral response to protect human health.

Plenary Sessions
Thursday 26 September 2024

Statement by Cardinal Parolin at the High-Level Meeting to Commemorate the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons

In his remarks, Cardinal Parolin reaffirmed the Holy See’s condemnation of the use or threat of use of nuclear weapons.

General Assembly
Wednesday 25 September 2024

Statement by Cardinal Pietro Parolin at the High-level plenary meeting on the theme "Addressing the threats posed by sea level rise"

In his remarks, Cardinal Parolin emphasized the detrimental effects of climate change, particularly its contribution to rising sea levels.

Plenary Sessions
Monday 23 September 2024

Cardinal Pietro Parolin Delivers Statement at the Summit of the Future

In his remarks, Cardinal Parolin characterized the Summit of the Future as a reason for hope.

General Assembly
Wednesday 4 September 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia during the General Assembly High-level Plenary Meeting to Commemorate and Promote the International Day Against Nuclear Tests (IDANT)

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia reaffirmed that the 15th anniversary of IDANT is an opportunity for reinforced global commitment to the cessation of nuclear testing.

General Assembly
Friday 2 August 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia at the UN High-Level Forum on the Culture of Peace

Archbishop Caccia welcomed the convening of this High-Level Forum on the Culture of Peace, twenty-five years after the adoption of the Declaration and Programme of Action.

General Assembly
Wednesday 17 July 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the 2024 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development General Debate

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia stressed the need to recalibrate efforts in light of new challenges preventing the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

ECOSOC
Friday 12 July 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia at the Ad Hoc Committee of the General Assembly for the Announcement of Voluntary Contributions to UNRWA

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia reiterated the Holy See’s support for the work of UNRWA, emphasizing the need to preserve its neutrality.

General Assembly
Thursday 11 July 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia at the 2024 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development: African countries, LDCs, and LLDCs

ECOSOC
Wednesday 10 July 2024

Statement by the Holy See at the 2024 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development Small Island Developing States: Implementing the Outcomes of the Fourth SIDS Conference

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia stressed that the international community, as a “family of nations,” is responsible for assisting countries in special situations, including SIDS.

ECOSOC
Tuesday 9 July 2024

Statements by the Holy See at the 2024 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development: Sustainable Development Goals 1 and 2

On 9 July 2024, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, issued two statements at the 2024 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development convened under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council.

ECOSOC
Thursday 27 June 2024

Statement by the Holy See at the United Nations Security Council Open Debate on Children and Armed Conflict

In his remarks, Msgr. Murphy recalled the 25th anniversary of Resolution 1261 and the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions to underscore the disproportionate and catastrophic impact of conflict on children.

Security Council
Wednesday 19 June 2024

Statement by the Holy See at the Fourth United Nations Conference to Review Progress Made in the Implementation of the Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects

General Assembly
Tuesday 28 May 2024

Msgr. Murphy Delivers Statement to The General Debate of the Fourth Conference on Small Island Developing States

Other statements
Tuesday 21 May 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia at the Security Council Open Debate on Protection of civilians in armed conflict: 25th Anniversary of S/RES/1265 (1999)

Security Council
Monday 20 May 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia at the 14th session of the Open-Ended Working Group on Ageing

Other statements
Monday 6 May 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia at the UN Forum on Forests

General Assembly
Thursday 2 May 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia in the General Debate of the 57th Session of the Commission on Population and Development

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia acknowledged the progress made since the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) held in Cairo thirty years ago, although he noted that significant challenges remain.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Monday 29 April 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia on the 30th Anniversary of the International Conference on Population and Development

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia emphasized that people are “at the center of concerns for sustainable development” and should not be considered as an obstacle to development.

General Assembly
Wednesday 24 April 2024

Remarks By Archbishop Caccia at the ECOSOC Forum on Financing for Development Follow-up

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia highlighted the opportunity for renewed global cooperation and action in light of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) next year.

ECOSOC
Tuesday 23 April 2024

Statement by Archbishop Caccia during the Security Council Open Debate on Women, Peace, and Security: Preventing conflict-related sexual violence through demilitarization and gender-responsive arms control

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia expressed concern about the practice of deliberate sexual violence as a strategic method of war by terrorist organizations and other non-State armed groups.

Security Council
Tuesday 16 April 2024

Statement By Archbishop Caccia At The UN Permanent Forum On Indigenous Issues

Archbishop Caccia began the statement by saying that in accordance with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), indigenous peoples have the right to self-determination, exercised in conformity with international law, which allows them to pursue their economic, social, and cultural development.

Forums (Forests, FFD, Indigenous Issues, STI)
Wednesday 10 April 2024

Statement To 6th Committee Session On Crimes Against Humanity, Cluster 4–International Measures

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia began by stating that draft articles 13, 14, and 15, as well as the annex, provide a valid framework for promoting international legal cooperation in the prosecution of crimes against humanity.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Thursday 4 April 2024

Statement To The 6th Committee Session On Crimes Against Humanity, Cluster 5–Safeguards

Archbishop Caccia began by advocating for adequate safeguards to protect the dignity of both victims and perpetrators.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Thursday 4 April 2024

Statement To 6th Committee Session On Crimes Against Humanity –Recommendation of The International Law Commission

The topic of the Session was Agenda item 80: Crimes Against Humanity, Recommendation of the International Law Commission (ILC).

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 3 April 2024

Holy See Statement To 6th Committee Session On Agenda Item 80: Crimes Against Humanity, Cluster 3

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia emphasized key elements essential to the success of a new treaty, particularly the obligation of States Parties to ensure that their domestic laws criminalize crimes against humanity.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 3 April 2024

Holy See Statement To Working Group II On Emerging Technologies At The UN Disarmament Commission

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia echoed Pope Francis’s words that recent immense technological development has not been accompanied by a development in human responsibility, values, and conscience.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Wednesday 3 April 2024

Statement By Archbishop Caccia To United Nations Disarmament Commission Working Group I On Nuclear Weapons

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia underscored the urgent need for global action towards nuclear disarmament.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Tuesday 2 April 2024

Statement By Archbishop Caccia During The Sixth Committee Resumed Session (Agenda Item 80: Crimes Against Humanity, Cluster 2: Definition and General Obligations)

n his remarks, Archbishop Caccia stated the Holy See’s position that the definition of the crimes to be included in the scope of the new convention must be rooted in existing customary international law.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Tuesday 2 April 2024

Statement By Archbishop Caccia At The United Nations Disarmament Commission

Archbishop Caccia began his remarks by emphasizing that deterrence is an illusion. Rather than preventing conflict, he said, the availability of weapons encourages their use, increases their production, creates mistrust, and diverges resources.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Monday 1 April 2024

Statement By Archbishop Caccia During Sixth Committee Resumed Session (Agenda Item 80: Crimes Against Humanity, Cluster 1: Introductory Provisions)

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia called for the conclusion of a universal, multilateral, legally binding instrument to codify the existing customary law in the area of crimes against humanity.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Thursday 21 March 2024

Statement By Archbishop Caccia On The International Day For The Elimination Of Racial Discrimination

Archbishop Caccia began his remarks by reiterating unequivocally the Holy See’s strong condemnation of racism and racial discrimination.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Monday 18 March 2024

Statement By Archbishop Caccia During The 68th Commission On The Status Of Women

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia began by highlighting the many challenges women face globally, despite commitments undertaken by States to respect human rights.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Monday 12 February 2024

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement During The 62nd Commission For Social Development

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia highlighted that when working to promote social development and social justice, the international community has an obligation to those who are poor and in vulnerable situations.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Friday 1 December 2023

Archbishop Caccia on Implementing the Gender Provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition on Nuclear Weapons

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia highlighted that, as recognized in the Treaty’s Preamble, the radiation effects of nuclear weapon detonations are disproportionately affecting women and girls.

Other statements
Friday 1 December 2023

Holy See Statement on the Complementarity of the Treaty to Prohibit Nuclear Weapons

In the Statement, Archbishop Caccia highlighted that the TPNW complements and advances the implementation of Article VI of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), which remains the cornerstone of the disarmament and non-proliferation regime.

Other statements
Thursday 30 November 2023

Statement By The Holy See Mission On The Positive Obligations Of The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia emphasized that the positive obligations contained in the TNPW serve to heal the scars that nuclear weapons have inflicted on individuals, entire communities, and our common home.

Other statements
Tuesday 28 November 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement on the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons

Archbishop Caccia began the statement by highlighting the catastrophic humanitarian and environmental consequences of nuclear weapons.

Other statements
Monday 6 November 2023

Archbishop Caccia Speaks To Fourth Committee On UN Relief And Works Agency For Palestine Refugees in the Near East

Archbishop Caccia began his statement by acknowledging the unprecedented escalation of violence in Israel and Palestine, resulting in deplorable levels of suffering.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Thursday 2 November 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement To The 6th Committee On Expulsion Of Aliens

Archbishop Caccia emphasized that persons facing deportation must always be treated with dignity, and that the highest priority must be given to the right to family life.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Thursday 2 November 2023

Statement By Archbishop Caccia To The 6th Committee On Subsidiary Means And Succession Of States

n his statement, Archbishop Caccia addressed the issue of subsidiary means for determining the rules of international law.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 1 November 2023

Holy See Delivers Statement to the Fourth Committee on Peacekeeping Operations

The Holy See statement began by highlighting that due to rising levels of armed conflict across all regions of the globe, there is a growing need for peacekeeping operations to assist in safeguarding peace in those states that request security assistance.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Tuesday 31 October 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia to the Sixth Committee on Agenda Item 79: Report of the International Law Commission, Cluster II–Settlement of Disputes to which International Organizations are Parties and Prevention and repression of Piracy and Armed Robbery at Sea

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Monday 30 October 2023

Archbishop Caccia's Statement to the Third Committee on Agenda Item 69: Elimination of Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia stated that racism is an evil which endures in society despite apparent advances and changes in legislation, and can stir up tensions both within communities and on the international level.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 27 October 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia to the Sixth Committee on Agenda Item 79: Report of the International Law Commission, Cluster I- General Principles of Law and Sea-Level Rise in Relation to International Law

Archbishop Caccia began the statement by addressing the topic of general principles of law.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Friday 27 October 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement to the Fourth Committee on Agenda Item 48: International Cooperation in the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia highlighted that the rapid development of space activities in recent years testifies to the need to protect space as a common good. He urged States to promote peaceful uses of outer space while exploring its growing potential.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Tuesday 24 October 2023

Archbishop Caccia delivers Statement to the Security Council During Open Debate on the Situation in the Middle East, Including the Palestinian Question

Archbishop Caccia began the statement by highlighting the distressing escalation of violence in Israel and Palestine, resulting in deplorable levels of suffering.

Security Council
Tuesday 24 October 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement to the First Committee at the Thematic Discussion on Other Disarmament Measures and International Security

In the Statement, Archbishop Caccia relayed the Holy See’s support for the creation of international norms and institutions which promote dialogue and the use of information and communications technologies (ICTs) for human development, justice, and peace.

Tuesday 24 October 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement at the Thematic Discussion on Conventional Weapons in the First Committee

Archbishop Caccia began by recalling that all States Parties of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) share the obligation to pursue negotiations “on a treaty on general and complete disarmament.”

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Friday 20 October 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia to the First Committee on Disarmament of Outer Space

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia noted that besides the Outer Space Treaty, which prohibits the placement of weapons of mass destruction in outer space and on celestial bodies, the military use of outer space remains relatively uncontrolled.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Thursday 19 October 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia to Sixth Committee on the Rule of Law

Archbishop Caccia began the statement by stating that any just society must be based on the principle of the Rule of Law, which is an essential foundation for justice, peace, and human solidarity.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 18 October 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia to the Third Committee on Agenda Item 71: Promotion and Protection of Human Rights

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia highlighted that the roots of human rights lie in the dignity of every human being.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Tuesday 17 October 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement During First Committee Thematic Discussion on Nuclear Weapons

In this statement, Archbishop Caccia expressed regret that the international community is moving in the wrong direction with respect to nuclear weapons by disregarding important treaties on arms control, disarmament, and transparency.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Friday 13 October 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia to the Fourth Committee on Agenda Item 47: Effects of Atomic Radiation

Archbishop Caccia began by urging States to consider the potentially adverse health and environmental consequences of nuclear technology.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Thursday 12 October 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia to the Second Committee on Agenda Item 21: Eradication of Poverty and Agenda Item 22: Agriculture Development, Food Security, and Nutrition

Archbishop Caccia began by stating that poverty is an affront to the God-given dignity of millions of people.

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Thursday 12 October 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement to Sixth Committee on Agenda Item 80: Crimes Against Humanity

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia underscored the need for urgent and effective action to prevent and punish such crimes. He stated the Holy See’s support for a universal, multilateral treaty that codifies existing customary law to promote international cooperation for the prevention and punishment of crimes against humanity.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 11 October 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia During the General Debate of the First Committee

Archbishop Caccia began by calling on the international community to reject war and the precarious balance of deterrence in favor of a just, stable and lasting peace founded in fraternity.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Tuesday 10 October 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia to the Second Committee on Education for Sustainable Development

In his statement, Archbishop Caccia called for a commitment to a model of development that has the human person at its center and is oriented towards the common good.

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Monday 9 October 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement to Third Committee on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

Archbishop Caccia began by reaffirming the dignity and rights of all Indigenous Peoples, along with the respect and protection of their cultures, languages, traditions, and spirituality.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 6 October 2023

Statement by the Holy See Mission on Agenda Item 69: Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Children

The promotion and protection of the rights of children cannot be separated from measures to support and strengthen the family, the Holy See stated, which is the “fundamental group unit of society.”

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Wednesday 4 October 2023

Holy See Statement in the Second Committee on Agenda Item 20: Groups of Countries in Special Situations

The Holy See began by highlighting the many challenges faced by the Least Developed Countries (LCDs), Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), and Small Island Developing States (SIDs), which include large debts, slow growth prospects, food insecurity, and vulnerability to climate change.

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Wednesday 4 October 2023

Holy See Statement in Third Committee on the Advancement of Women

In the statement, the Holy See began by acknowledging the significant achievements made toward securing the equal rights of men and women, particularly in education and the workplace.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Wednesday 4 October 2023

Statement by the Holy See to the Second Committee on Building a Sustainable Recovery for All

The Holy See began by calling on the international community to take action towards the goals outlined in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which Pope Francis described as “an important sign of hope.”

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Wednesday 4 October 2023

Statement by the Holy See on Agenda Item 109: Measures to eliminate international terrorism

In the statement, the Holy See urged the international community to take concrete steps to prevent and combat terrorism through enhanced cooperation at all levels.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Monday 2 October 2023

Statement by the Holy See to Third Committee on Agenda Item 107: Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice

In the first statement concerning criminal justice, Monsignor Murphy highlighted the Holy See’s position that the dignity of the human person should be central to all criminal justice improvement efforts.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 29 September 2023

Holy See Statement in Third Committee on Social Development

In the statement, Monsignor Murphy highlighted that the social dimension of development requires the fostering of integral human development; this begins with efforts to eradicate poverty and caring for each person’s social, spiritual, and cultural wellbeing.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Tuesday 26 September 2023

Statement by Archbishop Gallagher At The 78th High-Level Week General Debate

The theme of the debate was "Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards peace, prosperity, progress, and sustainability for all."

General Assembly
Tuesday 26 September 2023

Archbishop Gallagher Delivers Statement at the UN High-Level Meeting to Commemorate the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons

On September 26, 2023, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations of the Holy See, addressed the General Assembly at the High-level plenary meeting to commemorate and promote the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons.

General Assembly
Friday 22 September 2023

Archbishop Gallagher Delivers Statement at the Thirteenth Conference on Facilitating the Entry into Force of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty

In his remarks, Archbishop Gallagher emphasized that the over two thousand nuclear tests conducted since the dawn of the nuclear age have subjected “countless persons to adverse health effects of ionizing radiation” and have contaminated our common home.

General Assembly
Friday 22 September 2023

Archbishop Gallagher Delivers Statement at the Ministerial Consultation on Funding Arrangements for Responding to Loss and Damage

In his remarks, Archbishop Gallagher welcomed the decision at COP27 to establish new funding arrangements for assisting developing countries in responding to loss and damage.

General Assembly
Friday 22 September 2023

Statement by Archbishop Gallagher at the High-Level Meeting on Tuberculosis

In his remarks, Archbishop Gallagher noted that tuberculosis is a leading cause of death worldwide, with developing countries suffering the most.

General Assembly
Thursday 21 September 2023

Statement by Archbishop Gallagher at the Summit of the Future

In his remarks, Archbishop Gallagher stressed the inextricable link between the future and hope, as hope is the door that opens onto the future.

General Assembly
Thursday 21 September 2023

Statement by Archbishop Gallagher at the High-Level Meeting on Universal Health Coverage

In his remarks, Archbishop Gallagher stressed that realizing the right to health for all requires dedicated efforts and resources, particularly for the poor.

General Assembly
Wednesday 20 September 2023

Statement by Archbishop Gallagher at the United Nations Security Council Open Debate on Ukraine

In his remarks, Archbishop Gallagher described the war against Ukraine as “cruel and senseless” and observed that Ukraine is defending the “values promoted and shared” by the United Nations.

Security Council
Wednesday 20 September 2023

Statement by Archbishop Gallagher at the High-Level Meeting on Pandemic Preparedness and Response

In his remarks, Archbishop Gallagher noted that the recent experience of the COVID-19 pandemic has both reminded us of our fragility and the importance of ensuring that our society takes care of everyone’s health.

General Assembly
Tuesday 19 September 2023

Archbishop Gallagher Delivers Remarks at the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development

In his remarks, Archbishop Gallagher echoed Pope Francis in describing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development as “an important sign of hope.”

General Assembly
Monday 18 September 2023

Statement by Archbishop Gallagher at the High-Level Meeting "Peace Day Effort: an Effort for Middle East Peace"

In his remarks, Archbishop Gallagher stressed that the Holy See welcomes every peace initiative, as long as it is not detrimental to local populations or to the legitimate demands of both Israelis and Palestinians.

General Assembly
Thursday 31 August 2023

UN High-Level Forum on the Culture of Peace under the theme "Promoting a Culture of Peace in the Digital Era"

On August 31 2023, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, delivered remarks during the UN High-Level Forum on the Culture of Peace. The theme was “Promoting Peace in the Digital Era.”

Other statements
Tuesday 29 August 2023

Statement During the General Assembly High-Level Plenary Meeting to Commemorate and Promote the International Day Against Nuclear Tests

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia reflected that in the seventy-eight years following the first nuclear-explosive test in New Mexico, nuclear tests have caused grave harm including displacement, multigenerational health problems, and poisoned food and water.

General Assembly
Thursday 3 August 2023

Statement During the Open Debate on Famine and Conflict-Induced Global Food Insecurity

The Holy See delegation recalled that every human person has the right to food, while highlighting that over a quarter of a billion people currently face high levels of acute food insecurity worldwide.

Security Council
Wednesday 19 July 2023

Holy See Statement at the 2023 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia noted with concern that halfway towards the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, progress towards the goals of the Agenda has either been insufficient or has regressed, including as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

ECOSOC
Tuesday 18 July 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement on the Temporarily Occupied Territories of Ukraine

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia began by expressing the Holy See’s grave concern about the blood-shedding war in Ukraine and reiterated its plea that weapons be silenced.

General Assembly
Thursday 13 July 2023

Holy See Statement on African Countries, Least Developed Countries, and Landlocked Developing Countries

In the statement, the Holy See urged the international community to renew its commitment to support countries in special situations and ensure that their specific development needs and priorities are addressed.

ECOSOC
Tuesday 11 July 2023

Holy See Statement on Small Island Developing States During the High-Level Political Forum

In the remarks, the Holy See emphasized that climate action, capacity building for disaster risk reduction, and environmental protection must be at the center of development programs designed to support Small Island Developing States (SIDS).

ECOSOC
Wednesday 5 July 2023

Holy See Statement During Dialogue On Culture And Sustainable Development

The statement began with a definition of culture as the fundamental dimension of human life through which every man and woman comes to a full humanity.

General Assembly
Wednesday 14 June 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia at the Forum for Building Bridges Between East and West

On 14 June 2023, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, addressed the United Nations Trusteeship Council Chamber during an intercultural and interreligious dialogue and panel discussion on “Building Bridges between East and West.”

Other statements
Wednesday 14 June 2023

His Holiness Pope Francis Addresses the Security Council on Human Fraternity and Peace

In his remarks, Pope Francis began with a heartfelt plea to the Security Council to “face our common problems” by setting aside ideologies and narrow visions, partisan ideas and interests, and to cultivate a single purpose of working for the good of all humanity.

Security Council
Tuesday 6 June 2023

Holy See Statement During the Midterm Review of the Sendai Framework

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia welcomed the adoption of the Framework’s Political Declaration and offered some considerations.

General Assembly
Friday 2 June 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement on the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia began by conveying the Holy See’s support for the work of UNRWA.

General Assembly
Tuesday 18 April 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement During Financing for Development Forum

Archbishop Caccia began his remarks by highlighting that in the context of the ongoing interconnected global crises, there is great need for genuine global solidarity to assist the poorest and those left behind.

Forums (Forests, FFD, Indigenous Issues, STI)
Tuesday 18 April 2023

Archbishop Caccia Addresses the 22nd UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues

During his remarks, Archbishop Caccia expressed the Holy See’s appreciation for the work of the Forum and offered observations on the role Indigenous Peoples play in the areas of health and care for the environment.

ECOSOC
Tuesday 11 April 2023

Statement by Archbishop Caccia at the 56th Commission for Population and Development

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia stated that the promotion of the integral human development of every man, woman, and child must always be at the core of development policies, which must respect life from conception to natural death.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Wednesday 5 April 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement During Opening of Working Group II on Outer Space

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia urged the Working Group to consider transparency and confidence-building measures (TCMBs) to help facilitate mutual trust and ensure the peaceful use of outer space.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Wednesday 5 April 2023

Archbishop Caccia's Statement During the Opening of Working Group I on Nuclear Weapons

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia welcomed the opportunity of the Commission to address the issue of nuclear weapons in the spirit of fraternity.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Tuesday 4 April 2023

Holy See Statement during the General Exchange of Views at the United Nations Disarmament Commission

The Holy See noted in its statement that next week will mark the 60th anniversary of Pope John XXIII’s encyclical letter Pacem in Terris, which was published in the aftermath of the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Monday 3 April 2023

Holy See Statement at the 13th Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on Ageing

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia affirmed the equal dignity of all people “in every phase of life, until natural death.”

Other statements
Friday 24 March 2023

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement on Water Accessibility During UN Water Conference

Other statements
Tuesday 21 March 2023

Archbishop Caccia Addresses General Assembly on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia stated that racism is based upon the distorted belief that one person is superior to another, which starkly contrasts the fundamental principle that human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

General Assembly
Thursday 9 March 2023

Holy See Statement During The 67th Commission On The Status Of Women

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia emphasized that education, including digital literacy, is essential for fostering societies which treat men and women equally.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Tuesday 7 March 2023

Open Debate on Women and Peace and Security

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia noted the importance of reassessing how best to address the unique needs of women in conflict and their important role in its prevention and resolution.

Security Council
Wednesday 22 February 2023

Archbishop Caccia Addresses Emergency Special Session on Ukraine

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia urged all parties to remain open to dialogue, lest they risk closing off “the only reasonable door to peace.”

Plenary Sessions
Tuesday 21 February 2023

Archbishop Caccia Addresses Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia noted that earlier this month, Pope Francis visited the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan, two States where peacekeeping operations aim to provide authorities with support to achieve stability, build the rule of law, and sow the seeds of development.

Security Council
Tuesday 14 February 2023

Archbishop Caccia Discusses the Implications of Sea-level Rise: Implications for International Peace and Security

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia began by echoing the words of Pope Francis that although the world’s poor are least responsible for climate change, they are the most vulnerable and already suffer its effects, particularly those due to sea-level rise.

Security Council
Monday 13 February 2023

Archbishop Caccia Addresses the Crisis of Work at the Commission for Social Development

In his statement, Archbishop Caccia addressed the “serious crisis” of the world of work which he said is due in part to changes resulting from the growing global economy, the COVID-19 pandemic, and cyclical financial instability.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Tuesday 31 January 2023

Statement to the Peacebuilding Commission During an Ambassadorial-level Meeting on South Sudan

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia addressed the upcoming visit of Pope Francis to South Sudan from the 3rd to the 5th of February, during which the Holy Father will meet with the President and Vice Presidents in Juba, civil society and internally displaced persons, and participate in ecumenical prayer at the John Garang Mausoleum.

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Monday 7 November 2022

United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East

In his statement, Archbishop Caccia reaffirmed the support of the Holy See for UNRWA for providing Palestinian refugees with essential services.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Monday 7 November 2022

Comprehensive Review of Peacekeeping operations

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia stated that UN peacekeeping operations offer a sign of hope that nations can overcome globalized indifference to promote just and lasting peace in areas plagued by violence.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Tuesday 1 November 2022

Report of the International Law Commission on the work of its seventy-Third Session (Cluster II)

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia discussed immunity of State officials from foreign criminal jurisdiction and sea-level rise in relation to international law.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Tuesday 1 November 2022

Elimination of Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia, and Related Intolerance

Archbishop Caccia began his remarks by sharing the words of Pope Francis that, "Feelings of suspicion, fear, contempt and even hatred towards other individuals or groups judged to be different on the basis of their ethnicity, nationality or religion… too often inspire real acts of intolerance, discrimination, or exclusion.”

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 28 October 2022

International Cooperation in the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space

Archbishop Caccia began his remarks by communicating the Holy See’s position that the enormous progress in space technology since the dawn of the space age should be used to improve peaceful relations among states.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Thursday 27 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Speaks on the Report of the International Law Commission on the Work of its Seventy-Third Session (Cluster I)

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia began by commending the International Law Commission’s extensive work during its seventy-third session to advance the progressive development of international law and its codification.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 26 October 2022

Holy See Statement during the Thematic Discussion on Outer Space (Disarmament Aspects)

Archbishop Caccia began his remarks by highlighting that the Holy See has attentively followed discussions on outer space for many decades. As a part of our common home, he said, every State has a duty to safeguard it responsibly.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Monday 24 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Addresses Conventional Weapons During Thematic Discussion

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia began by reiterating the Holy See’s support for multilateral efforts to strengthen and fully implement the Program of Action to Prevent, Combat, and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) and the international tracing Instrument (ITI).

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Monday 24 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Speaks During Thematic Discussion on Other Disarmament Measures and International Security

Archbishop Caccia recalled Pope Francis’ comments regarding the capacity of modern communications technology to “make us powerfully aware of the unity and common destiny of the nations,” noting that this unity is threatened by the malicious use of ICTs.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Wednesday 19 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia on Implementation of Human Rights Instruments

Archbishop Caccia opened his remarks by acknowledging the significant progress in the promotion and protection of human rights during the last decades.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Wednesday 19 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Addresses Moratorium on the Use of the Death Penalty

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia stated that the Holy See is a steadfast advocate of the abolition of the death penalty.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Tuesday 18 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Speaks During Thematic Discussion of Nuclear Weapons

Highlighting that the risk of nuclear war is at the highest point in generations, Archbishop Caccia outlined how disarmament and transparency treaties have been discarded and the disarmament machinery remains deadlocked.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Monday 17 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Addresses the Effects of Atomic Radiation

Recalling that 2022 marks the 60th Anniversary of the Cuban Missile Crisis, Archbishop Caccia noted that the world is once again threatened with the risk of nuclear weapons use.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Wednesday 12 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Addresses the Rights of Indigenous People

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia noted that this year marks the 15th anniversary of the adoption of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Wednesday 12 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Speaks at 11th Emergency Special Session on Ukraine

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia repeated the heartfelt plea of Pope Francis to end the conflict, pointing out that, with every ongoing hour, innocent lives are lost and the wounds among peoples are deepened.

General Assembly
Wednesday 12 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Discusses Nuclear Disarmament

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia recalled that the Cuban missile crisis was averted only through banning nuclear weapons, disarmament, dialogue, and the building of mutual trust.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Wednesday 12 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Speaks about Poverty Eradication, Agricultural Development, and Food Security

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia stated that eradicating poverty in all its forms and dimensions is the greatest global challenge and the overarching goal of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Tuesday 11 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia on Crimes Against Humanity

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia noted that ‘civilian populations continue to be victims of widespread and systematic attacks’.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Tuesday 11 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia on Sustainable Development and Global Climate

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia began by highlighting that climate change is a global problem with grave implications for all, and he called for a multidimensional approach to address its causes and minimize its impact.

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Monday 10 October 2022

Holy See Statement on the Rights of Children

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia began by highlighting the family as the foundation for children’s wellbeing, and parents as the primary providers, protectors, and advocates; he stressed that efforts to protect the rights and wellbeing of children must also support and strengthen the family.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 7 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Addresses Information And Communications Technologies And Globalization

Archbishop Caccia began his remarks by highlighting the positive developments that have resulted from globalization, in areas including poverty eradication, job creation, social integration, and international cooperation.

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Friday 7 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia on Rebuilding a Sustainable Future

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia stated that rebuilding a sustainable future for all is a bold task, especially in times like those we live in, in which most of the greatest challenges are global and interconnected, whereas solutions are divided and fragmented.

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Tuesday 4 October 2022

Holy See Statement on the Advancement of Women

In the statement, Archbishop Caccia highlighted that society must recommit to affirming the equal dignity of women and men by addressing key issues affecting women, such as domestic violence, human trafficking, and the commodification of women through prostitution and pornography.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Tuesday 4 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Delivers Statement To 6th Committee On International Terrorism

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia condemned terrorism in absolute terms. He noted that its victims are often those in the most vulnerable situations and that their suffering is compounded by the disruptive effects of terrorism on the infrastructure necessary for integral human development.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Monday 3 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Speaks About Countering the Use of Information and Communications Technologies for Criminal Purposes

In his remarks, Archbishop Caccia noted that while the rapid development of ICTs has brought significant benefits, contributing to economic, cultural, and social development, their designing and use also comes with significant ethical implications, most notably the use of ICTs for exploitation and abuse and their criminal use by terrorist groups.

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Monday 3 October 2022

Archbishop Caccia Addresses Crime Prevention and International Drug Control

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Wednesday 8 June 2022

Protracted Conflicts in Georgia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, and Moldova

Plenary Sessions
Wednesday 25 May 2022

Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict

Security Council
Friday 20 May 2022

International Migration Review Forum

Other statements
Friday 25 February 2022

Archbishop Caccia on Galvanizing Momentum for Universal Vaccination

General Assembly
Wednesday 23 February 2022

Archbishop Caccia Addresses the Situation in Ukraine

General Assembly
Monday 21 February 2022

Archbishop Caccia Speaks at Third Thematic Consultation on Our Common Agenda

General Assembly
Tuesday 15 February 2022

Archbishop Caccia Speaks at the Commission on Social Development

ECOSOC
Monday 14 February 2022

Archbishop Caccia Speaks at Second Thematic Consultation on Our Common Agenda

General Assembly
Thursday 10 February 2022

Archbishop Caccia Speaks at First Thematic Consultation on Our Common Agenda

General Assembly
Friday 4 February 2022

Archbishop Caccia at the International Day of Human Fraternity

Other statements
Thursday 3 February 2022

Archbishop Caccia on World Interfaith Harmony Week

Other statements
Thursday 3 February 2022

Archbishop Caccia on the ECOSOC Coordination Segment

ECOSOC
Tuesday 25 January 2022

Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict and in Urban Settings

Security Council
Wednesday 24 November 2021

Appraisal of the United Nations Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons

Plenary Sessions
Saturday 20 November 2021

Archbishop Caccia's Remarks at the 2021 Path to Peace Gala

Friday 12 November 2021

Explanation of Position Concerning the Resolution on the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Thursday 4 November 2021

The Succession of States and General Principles of Law

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 3 November 2021

Pope Francis' Words to COP26 in Glasgow

Other statements
Tuesday 2 November 2021

Archbishop Caccia on the Report of the International Law Commission

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Tuesday 2 November 2021

Archbishop Caccia on the Secretary-General's Report "Our Common Agenda"

Plenary Sessions
Wednesday 27 October 2021

Holy See on "Delivering Climate Action — For People, Planet and Prosperity"

General Assembly
Tuesday 26 October 2021

Address to the Joint Debate of the Fourth Committee

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Friday 22 October 2021

the Scope and Application of the Principle of Universal Jurisdiction

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Monday 18 October 2021

Holy See Speaks on Disarmament Measures and Cybersecurity

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Saturday 16 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia Speaks at Security Council Arria Formula Meeting on Haiti

Security Council
Wednesday 13 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia on Nuclear Weapons, WMDs and Disarmament

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Wednesday 13 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia addresses Countries in Special Situations

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Wednesday 13 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia Addresses Macroeconomic Policy Questions

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Wednesday 13 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia on the Rule of Law at the National and International Levels

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Monday 11 October 2021

Holy See Addresses Education for Sustainable Development

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Monday 11 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia Addresses First Committee General Debate

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Friday 8 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia at the Second Committee General Debate

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Friday 8 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia at the Third Committee General Debate

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 8 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia on The Eradication of Poverty, Food Security and Nutrition

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Friday 8 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia on Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Friday 8 October 2021

Archbishop Caccia Preaches the Red Mass in Washington, DC

Other statements
Wednesday 29 September 2021

Archbishop Gallagher on the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons

General Assembly
Friday 24 September 2021

Cardinal Pietro Parolin Address to the UN General Assembly

General Assembly
Friday 24 September 2021

Archbishop Paul Gallagher at the UN High Level Dialogue on Energy

Other statements
Friday 24 September 2021

Archbishop Paul Gallagher at the United Nations Food Systems Summit

Thursday 23 September 2021

Archbishop Paul Gallagher on the 20th Anniversary of the Durban Declaration and Program of Action

General Assembly
Tuesday 7 September 2021

Statement At The High-Level Forum On The Culture of Peace

Thursday 8 July 2021

Statement At the General Debate of the High-Level Meeting on HIV/AIDS

General Assembly
Wednesday 7 July 2021

Statement at the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development

General Assembly
Friday 4 June 2021

Archbishop Gallagher on Challenges and Measures to Prevent and Combat Corruption

General Assembly
Tuesday 25 May 2021

Statement at the General Assembly on the Situation in the Middle East and the Question of Palestine

General Assembly
Wednesday 19 May 2021

Statement at the Open Debate on Peace and Security in Africa

Security Council
Wednesday 28 April 2021

Statement at the UNGA High-Level Thematic Debate on Digital Cooperation and Connectivity

General Assembly
Monday 26 April 2021

Statement at the UN Forum on Forests

Forums (Forests, FFD, Indigenous Issues, STI)
Wednesday 21 April 2021

Statement at the 54th Session of the Commission on Population and Development

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Wednesday 21 April 2021

Statement at the 20th Session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues

Forums (Forests, FFD, Indigenous Issues, STI)
Tuesday 20 April 2021

Opening Remarks at the Virtual Side Event entitled “Human Rights Violations in the Amazon during the Time of COVID-19”

Forums (Forests, FFD, Indigenous Issues, STI)
Friday 16 April 2021

Statement at the ECOSOC Special Ministerial Meeting “A Vaccine for All”

ECOSOC
Tuesday 30 March 2021

Statement at the Open Ended Working Group on Ageing

Wednesday 24 March 2021

Statement at the Sixty-Fifth Session of the Commission on the Status of Women

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Friday 19 March 2021

Statement at Arria-Formula Meeting on Religion, Belief and Conflict

Security Council
Thursday 11 March 2021

Archbishop Caccia at the High-Level Panel on Internal Displacement

Other statements
Monday 1 March 2021

Archbishop Caccia's Remarks at the Rosary Sisters' High School Model United Nations Conference

Friday 26 February 2021

Statement by H.E. Paul Richard Gallagher at the 46th Session of the Human Rights Council

Friday 26 February 2021

Statement by H.E. Paul Richard Gallagher at the High-Level Segment of the 2021 Session of the Conference on Disarmament

Thursday 18 February 2021

Statement on “Reimagining Equality: Eliminating racism, xenophobia and discrimination for all in the decade of action for the SDGs”

ECOSOC Special Meeting on Reimagining Equality

ECOSOC
Tuesday 16 February 2021

Archbishop Caccia at the Commission for Social Development

General Debate of the 59th Session of the Commission for Social Development

ECOSOC
Monday 8 February 2021

Archbishop Caccia at the LDC5 PrepCom

ECOSOC
Thursday 4 February 2021

Archbishop Caccia Speaks at Inaugural Observartion of the International Day of Human Fraternity

Other statements
Monday 14 December 2020

Archbishop Caccia on "Global Heath and Foreign Policy: Strengthening Health System Resilience through Affordable Health Care for All"

General Assembly
Saturday 12 December 2020

Pope Francis Addresses High-Level Climate Ambition Summit

General Assembly
Thursday 10 December 2020

Archbishop Caccia on the Central Emergency Response Fund

Other statements
Wednesday 9 December 2020

Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review of Operational Activities for Development of the United Nations System (QCPR)

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Thursday 3 December 2020

Cardinal Pietro Parolin at the UN Special Session In Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

General Assembly
Thursday 12 November 2020

Archbishop Caccia Speaks In Anticipation of the Fourth World Day of the Poor

Tuesday 3 November 2020

Statement on the Scope and Application of the Principle of Universal Jurisdiction

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 28 October 2020

Statement on the Expulsion of Aliens

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Tuesday 27 October 2020

Archbishop Caccia's Overview of Fratelli Tutti: "Go and Do the Same"

Thursday 22 October 2020

Archbishop Caccia Addresses "The United Nations at 75: Catholic Perspectives"

Other statements
Thursday 22 October 2020

Statement on the Rule of Law at the National and International Levels

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 21 October 2020

Archbishop Caccia Addresses "A Faith-based Vision for the UN at 75 and Beyond" Side Event

Other statements
Monday 19 October 2020

Statement at the General Debate of the First Committee

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Friday 16 October 2020

Statement on Agricultural Development, Food Security and Nutrition

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Friday 16 October 2020

Statement for the Fourth Committee General Debate

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Tuesday 13 October 2020

Statement on the Eradication of Poverty and Other Development Issues

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Tuesday 13 October 2020

Statement on Sustainable Development

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Monday 12 October 2020

Statement on Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Friday 9 October 2020

Statement at the General Debate of the Second Committee

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Friday 9 October 2020

Statement on Globalization and Interdependence

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Thursday 8 October 2020

Statement on Groups of Countries in Special Situations

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Wednesday 7 October 2020

Macroeconomic Policy Questions

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Tuesday 6 October 2020

Statement at the Third Committee General Debate

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Wednesday 30 September 2020

Statement of Archbishop Gallagher at the United Nations Summit on Biodiversity

Plenary Sessions
Wednesday 30 September 2020

Statement at the Ministerial-Level Meeting on the Central African Republic

Plenary Sessions
Tuesday 29 September 2020

Statement at the High-Level Meeting of the UN Alliance of Civilizations

Plenary Sessions
Friday 25 September 2020

Address of His Holiness, Pope Francis, to the United Nations General Assembly (2020)

Plenary Sessions
Tuesday 22 September 2020

Statement after Adoption of The Draft Resolution Entitled, "Comprehensive and Coordinated Response to the Covid-19 Pandemic"

Plenary Sessions
Tuesday 22 September 2020

Archbishop Gallagher at the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons

Plenary Sessions
Tuesday 22 September 2020

Statement of the holy see at the high-level Meeting on the Twenty-Fifth Anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women

Plenary Sessions
Monday 21 September 2020

Cardinal Parolin at the Commemoration of The 75th Anniversary of the UN

Cardinal Parolin said that the UN must become a "moral center" where every country has a home.

General Assembly
Friday 28 August 2020

Intervention of the Holy See at High-Level Event on Financing for Development in the Era of COVID-19 and Beyond

Friday 28 August 2020

Brief Remarks at 2020 Management Segment of the Economic and Social Council

ECOSOC
Friday 28 August 2020

Statement at 2020 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development

ECOSOC
Wednesday 26 August 2020

Statement At High Level Meeting to commemorate and promote the International Day Against Nuclear Tests

Plenary Sessions
Friday 26 June 2020

Statement on the Commemoration of the signing of the Charter of the United Nations

Plenary Sessions
Thursday 20 February 2020

Statement At the Twenty-sixth Session of the Council of the International Seabed Authority

Other statements
Monday 17 February 2020

Homelessness during General Discussion of the Commission for Social Development

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Wednesday 22 January 2020

The Situation in the Middle East Including the Palestinian Question

Security Council
Thursday 21 November 2019

The Convention on the Rights of the Child

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Tuesday 19 November 2019

Peace building and Sustaining Peace

Security Council
Thursday 14 November 2019

Peacekeeping Operations

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Wednesday 6 November 2019

Report of the International Law

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Monday 4 November 2019

Open Debate on Women, Peace and Security

Security Council
Friday 1 November 2019

Statement on Peaceful Uses of Outer Space

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Friday 1 November 2019

The Report of the International Law Commission

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 30 October 2019

The Elimination of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Tuesday 29 October 2019

Statement on the Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Monday 28 October 2019

The Middle East, including the Palestinian Question

Security Council
Friday 25 October 2019

General and Complete Disarmament

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Friday 25 October 2019

The Effects of Atomic Radiation

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Tuesday 22 October 2019

General and Complete Disarmament (Nuclear Weapons)

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Friday 18 October 2019

General and Complete Disarmament

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Thursday 17 October 2019

Globalization and interdepencence

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Thursday 17 October 2019

The scope and application of the Principle of Universal Jurisdiction

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Thursday 17 October 2019

The Eradication of Poverty and other Development Issues

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Wednesday 16 October 2019

The Rule of Law

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 16 October 2019

Sustainable Development

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Monday 14 October 2019

The Rule of Law at the National and International Levels

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Friday 11 October 2019

The Rights of Indigenous Peoples

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 11 October 2019

2nd Committee General Debate

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Friday 11 October 2019

Agriculture development, Food Security and Nutrition

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Friday 11 October 2019

Macroeconomic Policy Questions

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Thursday 10 October 2019

Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 9 October 2019

Crime Prevention, Criminal Justice and drug Control

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Wednesday 9 October 2019

Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Children

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Saturday 5 October 2019

Social Development

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 4 October 2019

The Advancement of Women

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Tuesday 1 October 2019

Social Development

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Tuesday 1 October 2019

Pope Francis Appoints Archbishop Bernardito Auza Apostolic Nuncio to Spain and Andorra

Saturday 28 September 2019

Statement by Secretary of State At General Assembly Hall

General Assembly
Saturday 28 September 2019

Statement at High-Level meeting to review progress in addressing the priorities of Small Island Developing States

Other statements
Saturday 28 September 2019

Statement on the Central African Republic

Other statements
Friday 27 September 2019

Rebuilding Lives, Rebuilding Communities: Ensuring a Future for Persecuted Christians

Other statements
Thursday 26 September 2019

International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons

Thursday 26 September 2019

Speech on Human Trafficking at Ministerial Breakfast

Wednesday 25 September 2019

Intervention during Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Conference

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Tuesday 24 September 2019

Statement 2019 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development Plenary Session

Other statements
Tuesday 24 September 2019

Intervention of His Eminence Pietro Cardinal Parolin at High Level event on Syria

Other statements
Monday 23 September 2019

Statement by his Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin at Universal Health Coverage

Monday 23 September 2019

Statement on Protection of Rainforests

Forums (Forests, FFD, Indigenous Issues, STI)
Monday 23 September 2019

Video Message of His Holiness Pope Francis For the Climate Action Summit 2019

General Assembly
Tuesday 17 September 2019

First Annual Global Climate Restoration Forum

Saturday 14 September 2019

Statement at High Forum at Culture of Peace Forum

Saturday 14 September 2019

Intervention high Level Forum on Culture of Peace

Wednesday 11 September 2019

Be Peace: Pathways Toward a Culture of Peace

Tuesday 10 September 2019

International Day Against Nuclear Tests

General Assembly
Thursday 1 August 2019

Children And Armed Conflict

Security Council
Saturday 27 July 2019

The Middle East, including the Palestinian Question

Security Council
Saturday 27 July 2019

Commemoration of the twenty-fifth anniversary of the International Seabed Authority

Saturday 20 July 2019

Statement after adoption of draft resolution A/73/L.99

Friday 12 July 2019

Laudato Si' An integral Ecology

Other statements
Tuesday 25 June 2019

Holy See Statement on UNWRA

In his statement, Archbishop Auza thanked UNRWA for its work and stated that a fully functional UNRWA remains the best means to prevent one of the more delicate situations in the Middle East from worsening.

General Assembly
Tuesday 25 June 2019

Statement on The Middle East, including the Palestinian Question

Security Council
Monday 24 June 2019

Countering Terrorism and Other Acts of Violence : Fostering Tolerance and Inclusivity

In his statement, Archbishop Auza reiterated the Holy See's strong support this event on the practical steps necessary to counter terrorism and other acts of violence against religious believers by fostering a culture of tolerance and inclusivity.

Other statements
Friday 21 June 2019

Celebrating 25th Anniversary of Vatican Israel Accord

In his statement, Archbishop Auza reiterated the mutual understanding, trust, friendship and cooperation between the Holy See and Israel.

Tuesday 11 June 2019

Plan of Action to Safeguard Religious Sites

Thursday 23 May 2019

Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict

Security Council
Friday 17 May 2019

International Cooperation to Combat Illicit Financial Flows

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Monday 6 May 2019

UN Forum on Forests

Forums (Forests, FFD, Indigenous Issues, STI)
Friday 3 May 2019

Commemorative Event for the Victims of the Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka

Thursday 2 May 2019

Strengthening Ties with the Muslim Community: Promoting Dialogue, Understanding, Tolerance and Acceptance

Other statements
Tuesday 30 April 2019

Preparatory Committee for the 2020 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Monday 29 April 2019

The Situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian Question

Security Council
Saturday 27 April 2019

International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace

Tuesday 23 April 2019

Women, Peace and Security: Sexual Violence in Conflict

Security Council
Tuesday 16 April 2019

Statement from the Open-ended Working Group on Ageing

ECOSOC
Thursday 11 April 2019

United Nations Peacekeeping Operations: Women in Peacekeeping

Security Council
Thursday 11 April 2019

100th Anniversary of the International Labour Organization

General Assembly
Friday 5 April 2019

Statement from the Commission on Population and Development

ECOSOC
Friday 29 March 2019

High-level Meeting on Climate and Sustainable Development for All

General Assembly
Friday 29 March 2019

Combatting the Financing of Terrorism

Security Council
Wednesday 27 March 2019

Pope Francis and the United Nations on the Environment

Other statements
Monday 25 March 2019

Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity

Other statements
Friday 22 March 2019

Social Protections for Women, Girls and All Those with Down Syndrome

Other statements
Friday 22 March 2019

Gender Equality and Gender Ideology: Protecting Women and Girls

Other statements
Friday 22 March 2019

Protecting Femininity and Human Dignity in Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality Policies

Other statements
Sunday 17 March 2019

Valuing Unpaid Work and Child Care

Other statements
Sunday 17 March 2019

the Status of Women on Social Protection Systems and The Empowerment of Women and Girls

Commissions (Women, Population Development Social Development)
Tuesday 12 March 2019

Social Protection Systems In the Fight Against Human Trafficking

Other statements
Friday 1 March 2019

International Religious Freedom: A New Era for Advocacy in Response to a New Age of Challenges and Threats

Other statements
Thursday 28 February 2019

Engaging youth as key partners in migration governance

Wednesday 27 February 2019

Security Council Open Debate on Silencing the Guns in Africa

Wednesday 27 February 2019

High-Level Debate on International Migration

Monsignor Camilleri said migration certainly creates challenges but when well managed and the root causes of forced migration and internal displacement are addressed, it becomes voluntary and sustainable.

Monday 25 February 2019

Statement from the Twenty-fifth Session of the Council of the International Seabed Authority Kingston, Jamaica

Thursday 14 February 2019

Addressing Inequalities and Challenges to Social Inclusion

Tuesday 5 February 2019

Intervention from the New York Interfaith Dialogue: Building Social Cohesion and Inclusive Communities

Friday 25 January 2019

Addressing the Impacts of Climate-related Disasters on International Peace and Security

Security Council
Thursday 24 January 2019

First Celebration of the International Day of Education

Tuesday 22 January 2019

Situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian Question

Monday 7 January 2019

Pope Francis Delivers Message to Diplomats

In his annual message to the Diplomatic Corps to the Holy See, Pope Francis said that "good will," "honesty" and "accepting the inevitable compromises arising from disputes" are an indispensable conditions for the success of multilateral diplomacy.

Friday 28 December 2018

Pope Francis: Good Politics is at the Service of Peace

Message of Pope Francis Commemorating the Fifty-Second World Day of Peace

Wednesday 19 December 2018

Statement of Position at the Adoption of the GCM

Wednesday 12 December 2018

Human Rights and Conflict Transformation: The Role of Faith Inspired Organizations

Wednesday 12 December 2018

Second Dialogue at the GCM in Marrakech on Partnerships and innovative Initiatives for the Way Forward

Wednesday 12 December 2018

High-Level Event to Commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Monday 10 December 2018

Leaders for Peace: Rondine Youth Appeal for Human Rights

Monday 10 December 2018

First Dialogue: Promoting Action on the Commitments of the GCM

Monday 10 December 2018

General Debate of the Intergovernmental Conference to Adopt the Global Compact for Migration

Wednesday 5 December 2018

High-level Meeting of the United Nations General Assembly on Development Cooperation with Middle-Income Countries

Monday 3 December 2018

Statement at COP 24 High-Level Segment

Tuesday 20 November 2018

Partnerships for Prevention and Sustaining Peace

Tuesday 20 November 2018

Peace and Security in Africa: Strengthening peacekeeping operations in Africa

Security Council
Friday 16 November 2018

The Moral and Ethical Responsibilities of Universities in Response to the Global Realities of Migrants and Refugees

Friday 16 November 2018

Pope Francis and The Global Challenge of Migration

Tuesday 13 November 2018

Mozart’s Requiem on the Centenary of the End of World War I

Monday 12 November 2018

UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East

Friday 9 November 2018

Practical Solutions to Eradicate Human Trafficking

Friday 9 November 2018

Strengthening Multilateralism and the Role of the United Nations

Security Council
Tuesday 6 November 2018

Effects of Atomic Radiation

Friday 2 November 2018

Peacekeeping Operations in all Their Aspects

In his statement, Archbishop Auza said that peace operations are no longer solely instruments for restoring peace after conflicts have erupted, but also preventative measure to keep tense situations from erupting into full-blown conflicts.

Thursday 1 November 2018

Report of the International Law Commission on the work of its seventieth session (Cluster III)

Tuesday 30 October 2018

Programme of Action on Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Tuesday 30 October 2018

Report of the International Law Commission on the work of its seventieth session (Cluster II)

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Tuesday 30 October 2018

Elimination of Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance

Thursday 25 October 2018

Report of the International Law Commission I

Thursday 25 October 2018

Women, Peace and Security

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Thursday 25 October 2018

Peaceful Uses of Outer Space

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Wednesday 24 October 2018

Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space

Monday 22 October 2018

First Committee Statement on Nuclear Disarmament

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Friday 19 October 2018

Globalization and Interdependence: International migration and development

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Friday 19 October 2018

Eradication of Poverty

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Thursday 18 October 2018

Situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian Question

Security Council
Thursday 18 October 2018

Promotion and Protection of Human Rights

Wednesday 17 October 2018

Humanitarian Consequences of Nuclear Weapons and Ethical Imperatives

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Wednesday 17 October 2018

Second Committee Statement on Sustainable Development

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Friday 12 October 2018

Agriculture development, food security and nutrition

Friday 12 October 2018

Rights of Indigenous Peoples

Thursday 11 October 2018

Macroeconomic Policy Questions and the Outcomes of the International Conferences on Financing for Development

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Thursday 11 October 2018

The Scope and Application of the Principle of Universal Jurisdiction

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Thursday 11 October 2018

Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Children

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Wednesday 10 October 2018

Second Committee General Debate

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Tuesday 9 October 2018

The Rule of Law at the National and International Levels

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Monday 8 October 2018

Advancement of women

Friday 5 October 2018

Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Thursday 4 October 2018

Crime prevention and criminal justice and International drug control

Wednesday 3 October 2018

Social Development

Monday 1 October 2018

Statement at the General Debate of the 73rd Session of the General Assembly

Friday 28 September 2018

Freedom from Persecution: Christian Religious Minorities, Religious Pluralism in Danger

Friday 28 September 2018

Ministerial-level meeting on the Central African Republic

Friday 28 September 2018

Prevention and Control of Non-communicable diseases

Thursday 27 September 2018

The International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons

Thursday 27 September 2018

United to end tuberculosis: an urgent global response to a global epidemic

Thursday 27 September 2018

The Road to Marrakech

Thursday 27 September 2018

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights: A Prevention Tool to achieve Peace and Sustainable Development

Tuesday 25 September 2018

Death Penalty: Poverty and the Right to Legal Representation

In his statement, Archbishop Gallagher said, together with an increasing number of States, the Holy See supports the UN’s sponsorship for the abolition of the death penalty.

Monday 24 September 2018

Nelson Mandela Peace Summit

Thursday 6 September 2018

International Day Against Nuclear Tests

Wednesday 5 September 2018

Towards a Global Pact for the Environment

Wednesday 5 September 2018

Conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Wednesday 29 August 2018

Security Council Open Debate on Mediation and Settlement of Disputes

In his statement, Archbishop Auza praised the role of patient dialogue and negotiation as a tool for the settlement of disputes and called for such mediation to be fair and impartial.

Security Council
Wednesday 25 July 2018

International Seabed Authority: Strategic Plan for the Five -Year Period 2019–2023

Wednesday 25 July 2018

Twenty-fourth Session of the International Seabed Authority

Tuesday 17 July 2018

Council of the International Seabed Authority

Friday 13 July 2018

Concluding session of intergovernmental negotiations on the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration

Monday 9 July 2018

Protecting Children Today Prevents Conflicts Tomorrow

In his statement, Archbishop Auza said that children suffer most from war and conflict and how we treat them has consequences for their future and the world’s.

Security Council
Monday 9 July 2018

Sixth round of the intergovernmental negotiations on the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration

Friday 29 June 2018

High-Level Conference on Counter-Terrorism

Tuesday 26 June 2018

Voluntary Contributions to UNRWA

In his statement, Archbishop Auza reiterated the esteem and encouragement of the Holy See for the work of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and announced that Pope Francis was giving $100,000 for the Agency to benefit children in the Palestine Refugee Camps.

Tuesday 26 June 2018

Comprehensive review of the situation in the Middle East and North Africa

Thursday 21 June 2018

Statement after Adoption: Strengthening of the Coordination of Emergency Humanitarian Assistance

Wednesday 13 June 2018

Thirty-Eighth Plenary Meeting of the Tenth Emergency Special Session of the UNGA

Monday 4 June 2018

The Protection and Integration of Migrants in Vulnerable Situations: The Case of Faith-Based Organizations

Monday 4 June 2018

intergovernmental negotiations on the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration

Sunday 3 June 2018

The Impact of Good Parenting on Children and Society

In his remarks, Archbishop Auza emphasized the importance of mothers and fathers and of their joint, selfless and life-long dedication to raise the next generation, stating that the future of humanity depends on how well parents fulfill that mission.

Tuesday 29 May 2018

Protection of civilians in armed conflict

Security Council
Friday 18 May 2018

Upholding international law within the context of the maintenance of international peace and security

Security Council
Tuesday 8 May 2018

Forum on Forests: Implementation of the UN Strategic Plan for Forests

Thursday 3 May 2018

Sharing the Journey of Migrants and Refugees: An Interfaith Perspective on the Global Compacts

Friday 27 April 2018

United Nations Integrated Approach to Peace

In its remarks at the fourth interactive session, the Holy See said that there is a mutual relationship between sustainable development and sustainable peace.

Friday 27 April 2018

Peacebuilding and Sustaining Peace

In its remarks at the Plenary Session, the Holy See said that peacebuilding is one of the must important activities of the United Nations and underlined five priorities.

Friday 27 April 2018

The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian Question

Security Council
Thursday 19 April 2018

Protecting and Promoting Human Rights in the Amazon

In his remarks, Archbishop Auza insisted that indigenous peoples should always be treated as dignified partners of their development and destiny, with free, prior and informed consent in all matters concerning them.

Monday 16 April 2018

Security Council Open Debate on Women, Peace and Security

Security Council
Monday 16 April 2018

Conservation and Sustainable Useof Marine Biological Diversity of areas Beyond National Jurisdiction

Saturday 14 April 2018

Statement from the Conclusion of CPD on Sustainable cities, human mobility and international migration

Wednesday 11 April 2018

Sustainable cities, human mobility and international migration

The Holy See Mission gave a statement during the 51st Session of the Commission on Population and Development and said that when properly managed, migration positively contributes to sustainable development.

Wednesday 11 April 2018

Opening session of the third round of negotiations on the Global Compact on Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration

Wednesday 28 March 2018

Security Council Open Debate on Collective Action to Improve UN Peacekeeping Operations

Friday 23 March 2018

High-level Launch of the International Decade for Action: “Water for Sustainable Development”

Thursday 22 March 2018

Affirming the Human Dignity of Rural Women and Girls through Healthcare and Education

Tuesday 20 March 2018

No Room in Rural Villages, Cities and Homes for Those with Disabilities? Are Girls and Boys with Down Syndrome Being Left Behind?

Monday 19 March 2018

Promoting the Integral Development of Women and Girls in Africa In the Era of Ideological Colonization

Sunday 18 March 2018

The Integral Education of Rural Girls and Women

Sunday 18 March 2018

Preventing Human Trafficking Among Rural Women and Girls: Integrating Inherent Dignity into a Human Rights Model

Wednesday 14 March 2018

CSW Statement: Achieving Gender Equality for rural women and girls

In his intervention, Archbishop Auza said that women, through their feminine genius, are at the forefront of the “revolution of tenderness” that Pope Francis has said the world needs. The revolution of tenderness begins with ensuring the conditions necessary for women and girls to flourish and fulfill their potential in society

Tuesday 20 February 2018

Statement from the First round of Negotiations on the Global Compact on Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration

Tuesday 6 February 2018

Informal briefing on negotiations for the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration

Friday 2 February 2018

CSocD: Eradicating Poverty to Achieve Sustainable Development

In his intervention, Archbishop Auza said that eradicating poverty is the heart of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the center of all the efforts of the Commission for Social Development.

Thursday 25 January 2018

The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian Question

Tuesday 9 January 2018

Message of Pope Francis to Diplomats

In his address to diplomats, Pope Francis reiterated that the Holy See seeks to promote the spiritual and material well-being of the human person and to pursue the common good.

Sunday 31 December 2017

OAS Statement on the theme: Encounter of Two Worlds

Friday 29 December 2017

Message of Pope Francis on the World Day of Peace

In his annual message for the World Day of Peace, Pope Francis focuses on Migrants and Refugees: Men and Women in Search of Peace.

Thursday 21 December 2017

Statement on Jerusalem at the Tenth Emergency Special Session

In its statement, the Holy See said that the historical status quo of Jerusalem as a holy city and "spiritual capital" to millions of believers from the three monotheistic religions must be respected and guaranteed.

Wednesday 6 December 2017

Concluding Session for the Preparatory process towards the global compact for safe, orderly and regular migration

Wednesday 6 December 2017

Follow-up and Implementation Session for the Preparatory process towards the global compact for safe, orderly and regular migration

Tuesday 5 December 2017

Responding to Refugees and Migrants: Twenty Action Points

The Migrants & Refugees Section offers the Twenty Action Points as a contribution to the drafting, negotiation and adoption of the Global Compacts on Migrants and on Refugees by the end of 2018. Guided by Pope Francis, the Section stands behind the principles embodied in these Points and looks forward to working with the international community toward their inclusion in the Global Compacts.

Tuesday 5 December 2017

Preparatory process towards the global compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration

In his intervention, Archbishop Auza said that the informal thematic debates of this phase have led to clarity on how migration is a common, natural and human response to crisis and to desire for a better life.

Tuesday 21 November 2017

Trafficking in Persons in Conflict Situations

Security Council
Monday 6 November 2017

Fourth Committee Statement on United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East

Friday 3 November 2017

The Future of Religious and Ethnic Minorities Victimized by Daesh

Friday 3 November 2017

Fourth Committee Statement on the Effects of atomic radiation

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Wednesday 1 November 2017

Elimination of Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Wednesday 1 November 2017

Security Council Open Debate on Children and Armed Conflict

Archbishop Auza called for more efforts to safeguard children from being recruited or abducted, and for Governments to treat children involved in armed conflict as victims rather than combatants.

Security Council
Wednesday 1 November 2017

Fourth Committee Statement on Peacekeping Operations

Archbishop Auza said that UN peacekeeping operations are indispensable and have contributed to the resolution of many armed conflict situations.

Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization)
Monday 30 October 2017

Promotion and Protection of Human Rights

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Friday 27 October 2017

Women, Peace and Security

Wednesday 25 October 2017

Second Committee Intervention on Operational Activities for Development

Friday 20 October 2017

Reconciliation and Peace in Colombia: The Impact of the Visit of Pope Francis

Wednesday 18 October 2017

The Situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question

Archbishop Auza said that the Palestinian Question remains prominent among the problems facing the Middle East, and that the Holy See firmly believes that the only option for peaceful coexistence is to have two independent States.

Security Council
Wednesday 18 October 2017

International Cooperation in the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space

Archbishop Auza emphasized that outer space is a common heritage of humanity and is destined for the common good. He noted that as space activities increase, outer space pollution has also escalated.

Wednesday 18 October 2017

Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space

Because the world is increasingly dependent on space technologies, it is left increasingly vulnerable to attacks against space technology; a war in space could potentially be more devastating to civilizations than armed conflict on the ground.

First Committee (Disarmament, International Security)
Monday 16 October 2017

Agricultural Development, Food Security and Nutrition

Second Committee (Economic, Financial)
Monday 16 October 2017

General and Complete Disarmament

Saturday 14 October 2017

Second Committee Intervention on Globalization and Interdependence

Thursday 12 October 2017

Third Committee Intervention on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural)
Thursday 12 October 2017

Second Committee Intervention on Eradication of Poverty

The Holy See emphasized that poverty is one of the tragic outcomes of social, economic and political exclusion that blocks the participation necessary for integral human development and concentrates development benefits and opportunities in the hands of some.

Thursday 12 October 2017

Sixth Committee Intervention on the Principle of universal jurisdiction

The Holy See said that the solidarity and the responsibility to protect requires, in the face of impunity, resolute action to create universally agreed jurisdictional norms to prosecute and deter the worst violations of human rights.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Thursday 12 October 2017

OAS Statement on the theme: Encuentro de dos mundos

Wednesday 11 October 2017

Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Children

Archbishop Auza said that the number of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children has increased five-hundred percent in the last five years and many are, to quote Pope Francis, “defenseless” because of their age, migratory status, and lack of guardians.

Tuesday 10 October 2017

General Debate of the First Committee

Tuesday 10 October 2017

Second Committee Intervention on Sustainable Development

Archbishop Auza said that sustainable development must be integral and go beyond economic growth, but include the growth of the whole person and every person in the context of the community and environment.

Friday 6 October 2017

Third Committee Intervention on Advancement of Women

Archbishop Auza emphasized the importance of education for women and girls, highlighting the specific challenges of girls in poverty and remote rural areas who may be excluded from the education necessary for full participation in society.

Friday 6 October 2017

Sixth Committee Intervention on the Rule of Law at the National and International Levels

Archbishop Auza said that efforts to strengthen the rule of law at the national and international levels must be evaluated by whether they have had a tangible, measurable impact on the most vulnerable.

Sixth Committee (Legal)
Friday 6 October 2017

Second Committee Intervention on Macroeconomic policy questions and International Conferences on Financing for Development

Increasing debt relief, humanitarian aid, and donor commitments for the growing burden of global refugee costs will help make possible the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Wednesday 4 October 2017

Sixth Committee Intervention on Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism

Wednesday 4 October 2017

Third Committee Intervention on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice and International Drug Control

Wednesday 4 October 2017

Second Committee General Debate

Monday 2 October 2017

Third Committee debate on Social Development

Archbishop Auza said while progress is being made in the eradication of poverty, increasing inequality, the recent rise in the number of people suffering from hunger, and the number of people still left behind cannot but concern the international community.

Wednesday 27 September 2017

Protection of and Assistance To Trafficking Victims

Archbishop Gallagher said that the Political Declaration on the Implementation of the Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons calls for compassion for survivors and appropriate care for their recovery and rehabilitation, especially by establishing partnerships with faith-based organizations and other relevant partners.

Wednesday 27 September 2017

High-Level Meeting on UN Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons

Archbishop Gallagher said that since the adoption of the Global Plan of Action in 2010, the problem of human trafficking has worsened, but the resources to combat the problem have also grown.

Tuesday 26 September 2017

The International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons

Tuesday 26 September 2017

The Holy See Perspective on Contemporary International Issues

Monday 25 September 2017

Role of Religious Leaders Regarding the Responsibility to Protect

Monday 25 September 2017

Archbishop Gallagher at the General Debate

Archbishop Gallagher applauded the focus on people, especially those on the margins, something that means not just guarding them from heinous crimes but placing their good ahead of national and geopolitical interests; it also means protecting their human dignity, their right to life, freedom of religion, food, water, housing, work and to a safe environment.

Friday 22 September 2017

Protection of Religious Minorities in Conflict

Archbishop Gallagher noted that war and conflict regularly provide the backdrop for religious minorities to be targeted for persecution, violence, enslavement, exile, murder, ethnic cleansing and other crimes against humanity.

Friday 22 September 2017

Archbishop Gallagher at High-level Meeting on the Syrian crisis

Archbishop Gallagher, on behalf of Pope Francis, praised and thanked all those who are working for a political solution and to care for the victims of the Syrian conflict.

Wednesday 20 September 2017

Tenth Conference: Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty

The Holy See ratified the CTBT as an expression of its conviction of the importance of a nuclear test ban and nuclear nonproliferation and as a critical complement to broad nuclear disarmament efforts.

Wednesday 20 September 2017

Ministerial-level meeting on the Central African Republic

In his statement, Archbishop Gallagher said the Holy See was greatly concerned about the worsening of the conflict in the CAR and said that more effective action in protecting civilians, regardless of religion or rank, is necessary to promote impartiality and increase trust.

Wednesday 20 September 2017

A Call to Action to End Forced Labour, Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking

In his statement, Archbishop Gallagher gave a short history of the Holy See’s involvement in the fight against modern slavery and stated that ending forced labor, trafficking in persons and all forms of modern slavery is one of the defining priorities of Pope Francis’ papacy.

Thursday 7 September 2017

High-Level Forum on a Culture of Peace

Building a culture of peace requires fighting injustice and tackling the root causes that lead to war and violence.

Wednesday 6 September 2017

The Responsibility to Protect and Accountability for Prevention

Archbishop Auza said that while the Responsibility to Protect was only defined by the international community at the 2005 World Summit, the United Nations was basically born with and from the idea: while it is the primary responsibility of States is to protect their populations, when they fail or are incapable, it is the international community's responsibility to protect populations exposed to genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity.

Wednesday 6 September 2017

Effective Implementation of the New Urban Agenda

In his statement, Archbishop Auza emphasized the importance of building and nurturing sustainable, inclusive, safe and peaceful cities that are centered on the human person and provide a healthy environment for all inhabitants.

Tuesday 25 July 2017

The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question

In his statement, Msgr. Kassas, Chargé d’Affaires a.i., reiterated the Holy See’s strong support for a negotiated two-State solution and called on both parties to agree on substantial steps to lower tensions and violence on the ground.

Monday 24 July 2017

Contributions of migrants and diaspora to all dimensions of sustainable development

In his statement, Father Czerny noted first that the link between migration and development can be seen in how, when integral development is lacking in their home countries, many feel compelled to flee.

Monday 17 July 2017

Mobilizing Religious Communities to End Poverty and Promote Peace

The SDGs are not ends in themselves, but means, means to bring about the true good of persons and peoples through care for our common home and all our roommates in that common home.

Friday 14 July 2017

Role of Religious Leaders and Actors to Prevent Incitement to Violence that Could Lead to Atrocity Crimes

In his statement, Archbishop Auza said religious leaders play a major role in preventing atrocity crimes by promoting peace and interreligious dialogue, which influence the behaviors and mentalities of those in their communities.

Wednesday 5 July 2017

Enhancing the Contribution of Older Persons to Social Development

In its statement, the Holy See emphasized the urgent need to develop concrete, practical measures to protect the rights and answer the needs of the elderly.