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The United Nations remains a privileged setting in which the Church is committed to contributing her experience “of humanity,” developed over the centuries among peoples of every race and culture, and placing it at the disposal of all members of the international community.Pope Benedict XVI, address to United Nations
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Archbishop Caccia Delivers statement at the Third committee of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly on agenda item 27: Advancement of Women.
On 9 October 2024, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, issued a statement at the Third committee of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly on agenda item 27: Advancement of Women.
October 09 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.
October 07 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.
October 04 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.
September 28 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.
October 01 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.
September 26 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.
September 25 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.
September 23 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.
September 04 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.
August 06 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).
July 17 2024