BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 27. Minister of Foreign
Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov addressed the
UN Security Council Open Debate under the Presidency of China on
“Maintenance of international peace and security: Upholding the
Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter and Strengthening the
UN-centered International System,” Trend reports, citing the
Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry.
Minister Jeyhun Bayramov in his speech reaffirmed Azerbaijan’s
strong commitment to international law, multilateralism and the
central role of the United Nations in addressing today’s global
challenges.
Minister Bayramov stressed that amid growing geopolitical
polarization, increasing unilateralism and continued violations of
international law, it is essential to ensure universal and
non-selective adherence to the principles of sovereignty,
territorial integrity and non-interference in internal affairs of
states.
The speech highlighted the importance of strengthening
accountability for internationally wrongful acts, advancing justice
and supporting countries overcoming the devastating consequences of
conflict including ensuring the safe, voluntary and dignified
return of displaced populations.
Minister also underlined the urgent need for a more effective,
inclusive and responsive UN system, including progress on Security
Council reform to better reflect the interests and representation
of developing countries.
Azerbaijan’s continued contribution to global multilateralism
through its successful chairmanship of the Non-Aligned Movement,
hosting of COP29 and the World Urban Forum, as well as its current
chairmanship of CICA was reaffirmed.
Azerbaijani FM addresses UN Security Council Open Debate (PHOTO)
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