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Source: United Nations – United Nations –
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September 15, 2009
The 64th session of the General Assembly officially opened at the UN headquarters in New York on Tuesday. Chairman Ali Abdel Salam Treki of the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya vowed to continue his predecessor's efforts to combat poverty, injustice and inequality on the planet.
He stated that he was ready to seek democratization of the UN itself, expansion of the Security Council, and a settlement of the situation in the Middle East.
"I think everyone understands that the UN needs reform and democratization. The General Assembly, which represents the entire world, constantly encounters obstacles along its path," stated the President of the 64th session. He emphasized that its resolutions are not being implemented, declaring that the time has come to reform and restore legitimacy to this body.
Ali Abdelsalam Treki announced his intention to prioritize climate change and countering terrorism, as well as promoting dialogue and mutual understanding in resolving various issues. "Embargoes and blockades are futile: they exacerbate antagonism and protests, undermining trust in the true intentions of the international community. They only hurt the population," the new President of the General Assembly emphasized.
Touching on the situation in the Middle East, the President recalled that the international community has been unable to achieve peace in the region for over 60 years. "Despite General Assembly and Security Council resolutions, peace there remains a distant prospect. Through the General Assembly, the UN must assume a new role. Numerous UN resolutions must be respected and implemented," the President stated.
The General Assembly is the principal deliberative organ of the UN. It consists of representatives of all Member States, each of whom has one vote. During the main part of the 64th session, the General Assembly will consider more than 160 agenda items. These include peace and security, counterterrorism, human rights, the environment, and social and economic development. The Assembly will also continue to consider issues related to Security Council reform, revitalization of its work, and the fight against HIV/AIDS.
The annual general debate will begin on September 23 and run until September 30. A climate change summit will be held on September 22, just before the general debate.
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