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Statement by the Right Honourable the Prime Minister of the Kingdom
of Lesotho – Dr. Moeketsi Majoro on the Occasion of the
Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations and its
Charter
September 21st, 2020
Virtual Meeting
President of the General Assembly
Mr. Secretary General
Excellencies
Ladies and gentlemen
Mr. President, at the outset, Lesotho wishes to extend its appreciation to
you for organizing this important high-level virtual meeting to commemorate
the 75th anniversary of the United Nations (UN).
Mr. President
The UN adoption of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which
are to be achieved by 2030 is a trajectory to the future we want. This
celebration comes at an opportune time labeled “The Decade of Action” by
the Secretary General. It is a time that, more than ever before, calls for
solidarity and unwavering commitment to multilateralism and to the UN. It is
thus my fervent hope that in the resolve of not to leaving any one or any
country behind, and also in accelerating the achievement of the 2030
Development Agenda, our respective countries will from now on find ways
of working together. That is the future we want!
Mr. President
As we celebrate 75 years since the formation of the United Nations, it is
also the right time to reflect on the vital role of international solidarity and
collaboration to effectively respond to numerous global challenges and
impacts of COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in vulnerable countries in
special situations like Lesotho. This situation has exacerbated existing
poverty, inequalities and vulnerabilities in our countries, thereby reversing
development gains of the past decades.
Addressing these multifaceted challenges requires enhanced partnerships
at bilateral, regional and international levels.
Mr. President,
The Kingdom of Lesotho further recognizes this important juncture in
human history, a time of reflection on the role of the UN in the past 75
years and the future UN we want. As we celebrate this anniversary, my
country has substantially advanced the inclusion of women and youth in
our national laws, policies and plans. This has been achieved purely
through implementation of principles and guidelines as agreed upon by
Member States and as enshrined in various international human rights
conventions that Lesotho is a state party to. It is also through the UN that
my country’s National Reforms process is now at the implementation stage.
Mr. President,
We cannot achieve the “United Nations we want” without the reform of the
highest decision- making body in the UN system, the United Nations
Security Council. Taking into account principles, objectives and ideals of
the United Nations Charter for a fairer world based on universalism, equity
and regional balance, Lesotho firmly believes in the enlargement of the
Security Council in both the permanent and non- permanent categories. In
todays’ globalized world, it is indefensible and not comprehensible that
decisions which bind us all are left in the hands of a few. Global security is
not a privilege and should not be the preserve of a handful.
The Reform of the Security Council should take into account the aspirations
of Africa, as stipulated at the Ezulwini Consensus, which has not only
received overwhelming support from member states but is without any
express objection. Transparency, inclusivity and democracy must inform
the work of the entire United Nations System.
In conclusion Mr. President, Lesotho wishes to reaffirm the need for an
enhanced multilateral system underpinned by the principles of unity and
solidarity. We therefore look forward to working closely with the rest of the
Member States and the UN System.
I THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION!