President, yet again, Russia has abused its veto to defend its illegal actions. Council members have voted in different ways. But one thing is clear. Not a single other member of this Council recognises Russia’s attempted illegal annexation of Ukraini… read more
I’d like to thank our briefers for setting out what we know so far about this case, which is still clearly very limited. Once again in this chamber, we have heard some absurd Russian claims and conspiracy theories this afternoon. Russia’s request for … read more
The fifth Atlantic Future Forum (AFF) took place in New York Harbour, on board HMS Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier. At the business reception hosted by the GREAT Britain & Northern Ireland Campaign, Welsh mezzo soprano Katherine Jenkins, the UK’s… read more
Thank you, and good morning everyone. It is a real pleasure to join you today (29 September 2022). And what better backdrop for a speech on maritime security than the magnificent HMS Queen Elizabeth. Thank you to all her crew for accommodating us this… read more
Thank you Mr President, I thank SRSG Keita and Professor Mudinga for their briefings. We commend SRSG Keita and MONUSCO for their continued efforts in what is increasingly challenging and sometimes deadly circumstances. I also thank the Representative… read more