Tunisia Expresses Deep Disappointment at UN Security Council's Inaction
Tunisia has expressed its profound disappointment at the UN Security Council's inability to put an end to the humanitarian tragedy, genocide, and famine inflicted on the resilient Palestinian people. The country reaffirmed its commitment to continuing support for the Palestinian people in their struggle to recover their legitimate, inalienable, and imprescriptible rights.
Call for Lifting of Blockade on Gaza and Palestinian Territories
At the UN, Tunisia advocated for the lifting of the blockade imposed on Gaza and all occupied Palestinian territories, calling on the international community to assume its responsibilities to put an end to famine and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid.
Tunisia's Statement at the UN General Assembly
The Tunisian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, presented Tunisia's statement at the UN General Assembly in New York, during the general debate of the high-level segment of the 80th session, under the theme "Together, it's better: eighty years and more in the service of peace, development, and human rights."
Condemnation of Israel's Announcement to Reoccupy Gaza
Tunisia condemned the announcement made by the Israeli entity regarding its intention to totally reoccupy the Gaza Strip and push the Palestinian people to renounce their land.
International Recognition of the State of Palestine
Tunisia welcomed the wave of international recognition of the State of Palestine, now recognized by 150 countries, recalling that Palestine is "a state under international law." Tunisia reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Palestinian people in their struggle to recover their inalienable and imprescriptible rights, particularly their right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent and sovereign state.
Call for UN Security Council Intervention
Tunisia called on the UN Security Council to intervene urgently to put an end to repeated violations targeting several countries in the region, including Syria, Lebanon, Iran, and Qatar.
Support for UN Reform Initiative
Tunisia expressed its support for the "UN 80" initiative of the UN Secretary-General, aimed at introducing reforms to UN action to rehabilitate international legitimacy and restore confidence in multilateralism.
Attachment to Multilateralism
Tunisia reiterated its attachment to the common responsibility in the face of rapid changes and global challenges, as evidenced by the decision to proclaim 2025 as the "Year of Strengthening Multilateralism and Cooperation with the UN System."
Need for Solidarity in International Relations
Tunisia emphasized the need to rebuild international relations on the basis of solidarity, constructive cooperation, justice, and mutual respect, away from any interference in internal affairs and respecting national sovereignty.
Call for Global Reform of International Financing System
Tunisia advocated for a comprehensive and profound reform of the international financing system and its institutions, through the establishment of innovative mechanisms.
Commitment to Human Rights and Sovereignty
Tunisia reaffirmed its attachment to human rights values, public and individual freedoms, as well as respect for its sovereignty and independence in its decisions and national choices.
Support for Youth and Women's Participation
Tunisia highlighted its support for the participation of young people and women in policy-making and decision-making processes, with a guarantee of equal opportunities and a fight against all forms of violence and discrimination.
Migration and Preservation of Human Dignity
Regarding irregular migration flows, Tunisia presented its approach based on respect for human rights in their global acceptance, rejection of any form of racial discrimination and hate speech, and categorical refusal to be a transit or residence country for irregular migrants who are victims of human trafficking networks.
Need for Organized Migration
Tunisia insisted on the need for migration to remain a choice and not a constraint, emphasizing that organized migration allows for the creation of wealth, decent jobs, preservation of human dignity, and serves as a lever for development and cultural rapprochement between peoples.
Position on Libya and Syria
Tunisia reaffirmed its firm and principled position in favor of the free choices of the Libyan people, emphasizing that the solution to the crisis in Libya can only be Libyan. It also called for the preservation of Syria's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, and an end to any attack on its unity.
Call for International Efforts to Resolve Yemen Crisis
Tunisia called for increased international efforts to reach a political solution in Yemen and invited Sudanese parties to prioritize dialogue and peaceful means to overcome the crisis.
Support for Africa's Development
Tunisia emphasized the need to help Africa overcome its various challenges, exit crises, and progress towards stability, security, peace, and development, within the framework of a participatory approach that places the security and stability of the continent at the heart of its priorities.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Tunisia reaffirmed its attachment to the culture of peace as a strategic choice and constant principle of its foreign policy, as well as its active engagement in all initiatives aimed at establishing security and stability for the peoples of the region and the world.
