Djibouti’s Key Statements at the 80th UN General Assembly
Djibouti’s Key Statements at the 80th UN General Assembly
Global Crises & Geopolitics
🟠Djibouti condemned ongoing violence in Gaza, Sudan, and the Sahel, emphasizing the urgency of resolving conflicts peacefully.
🟠Strong condemnation of Israeli actions in Gaza and support for Palestinian self-determination.
🟠Highlighted Israel’s continued occupation as a barrier to peace and the two-state solution.
Climate Change & Sustainable Development
🟠Djibouti, though a minimal emitter, faces disproportionate climate impacts: droughts, water scarcity, desertification, and sea-level rise.
🟠Called for urgent action on climate adaptation and the implementation of the Seville Compromise for a fairer global financial system.
International Finance & SDGs
🟠Djibouti supported the Seville Compromise for a more equitable international financial system, stressing that developing countries are bearing the brunt of debt and climate costs.
🟠Alarmed by the $4 trillion annual funding gap to achieve the SDGs.
Regional Peace & Security
🟠Praised Somalia’s progress on its national development plan but stressed the ongoing threat of Al-Shabaab and the need for robust African Union support.
🟠Djibouti reaffirms its role in Somalia’s transition and in providing peacekeeping forces.
🟠Called for a peaceful resolution to Sudan’s ongoing crisis and reaffirmed Djibouti’s commitment to Sudan’s sovereignty.
UN Reform & Africa’s Voice
🟠Djibouti urged the reform of the Security Council to reflect the realities of the modern world and to grant Africa its rightful place.
🟠A reformed UN must prioritize equity, cooperation, and responsiveness to global challenges.
Closing Vision
🟠Djibouti calls for a renewed multilateralism that is responsive to all nations' needs, big and small, and highlights the importance of global cooperation for a better future.
“We must ensure the UN does not remain a symbolic body, but one that addresses the real demands of its members.”
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