Armenian Foreign Minister calls on UN and Francophonie to unite in overcoming the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic
ArmInfo.Armenian Foreign Minister Zohrab Mnatsakanyan, chairing the Francophonie summit, took part on September 8 and delivered a speech at the open discussion of
the UN Security Council "Regional and sub-regional organizations of
the UN. Role of the International Organization of Francophonie".
As reported by the press service of the Armenian Foreign Ministry,
Mnatsakanyan during his speech pointed out the importance of the
initiative to discuss cooperation between the UN and OIF. "50 years
after its founding, Francophonie stands as an important platform for
multilateral cooperation, rallied around the French language, the
fundamental values of peace, democracy, respect for human rights and
equality of women and men.
The relationship between the UN and Francophonie is based on a set of
common values of multiple actors, united by a common desire to work
for the promotion of peace and international security, as well as a
determination to fight terrorism and take action to prevent genocides
and crimes against humanity. They are also based on a firm,
unshakable commitment to achieving sustainable development goals,
"Mnatsakanyan said. The Armenian minister also pointed to the
importance of holding such a discussion in the context of the current
global crisis in the health, economic and humanitarian spheres, which
threatens to undermine the cohesion of society. In this regard, he
stressed the need to establish international cooperation and
effective multi-vector. Mnatsakanyan described the above discussion
within the UN Security Council as a unique call to action, a test of
general endurance and collective ability. "While the negative
effects of the crisis are more affecting developing countries, the
most vulnerable segments of the population, the UN and Francophonie
must reaffirm their readiness to promote peace and cooperation,
solidarity and the values of coexistence. This is a challenge for
both organizations and we must work towards a more effective global
management, "the Armenian minister said, recalling that Armenia
supported the call of the UN Secretary General for a global truce,
confirming that there is no threat or force in the settlement of
conflicts. However, he expressed concern about the recent increase
in incitement to hatred, which was especially evident during this
health crisis. "Today, more than ever, our commitment to tolerance,
respect for human rights and the values of multiculturalism needs to
be highlighted. Despite the tremendous efforts of the multilateral
system, we continue to face armed conflicts, destabilizing military
exacerbations and the sowing of hostility at the highest political
level. including in the immediate vicinity of us, "Mnatsakanyan said.
In conclusion, the Armenian Minister reaffirmed Armenia's commitment
to developing cooperation between the two organizations, expressing
confidence that thanks to this discussion, as well as the joint
efforts of the Secretary General of Francophonie and the UN Secretary
General, this cooperation will be strengthened, opening up new
promising prospects.