Cyprus at the UN — Permanent Mission of the Republic of Cyprus to the United Nations

Statement by Amb. Maria Michail – UN Security Council Open Debate “The Future of Peace Operations”

September 9, 2025

«The Future of Peace Operations: Key Issues, Opportunities and Challenges in the Context of the Review on the Future of All Forms of UN Peace Operations»

New York, 9 September 2025

Mr. President,

At the outset, allow me to express our sincere appreciation to the Republic of Korea for organizing this important debate, and to all briefers for their insightful remarks.

Cyprus fully aligns with the statement delivered by the European Union. I would like to make some additional remarks in my national capacity. [Read more…]

Filed Under: 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, About Cyprus, Cyprus at the UN, Policy Statements

Statement by Mr. Antreas Panagiotou – Report of the SG on the UN Youth Office

August 25, 2025

“Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Youth Office”

New York, 25^th August 2025.

Mr. President,

Cyprus aligns with the statement delivered by the European Union. Allow me to make some additional remarks in my national capacity.

At the outset, Cyprus welcomes the third report of the Secretary General on the United Nations Youth Office. We are pleased to note the progress and milestones described therein, and especially the impact of the Office across all three pillars. [Read more…]

Filed Under: 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, About Cyprus, Cyprus at the UN, Policy Statements, UN Documents on Cyprus

Statement by Amb. Maria Michail – SC Open Debate on “Conflict-Related Sexual Violence”

August 19, 2025

United Nations Security Council Open Debate on Conflict-Related Sexual Violence

“Identifying Innovative Strategies to Ensure Access to Life-Saving Services and Protection for Survivors in Conflict Zones”

New York, 19 August 2025

Mr. President,

At the outset, allow me to express our sincere appreciation to the Republic of Panama for organizing this important debate.

We thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Ms. Pramila Patten, for her insightful presentation, and we reiterate our full support to her mandate. We also express our appreciation to Mrs. Ahmed for her remarks. [Read more…]

Filed Under: 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, About Cyprus, UN Documents on Cyprus

Statement by Amb. Maria Michail – The Question of Palestine

July 29, 2025

High-Level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution

New York, 28 JULY 2025

Mr. President, Excellencies,

I would like to thank the co-hosts France and Saudi Arabia for re-convening this Conference. Their vision and leadership are to be applauded. [Read more…]

Filed Under: 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, About Cyprus, Cyprus at the UN

Statement by Amb. Andreas Kakouris at the High Level Open Debate of the UN SC

July 22, 2025

Statement by the State Secretary and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus, H.E. Mr. Andreas S. Kakouris

High-Level Open Debate of the UN Security Council – “Promoting International Peace and Security through Multilateralism and Peaceful Settlement of Disputes”

22 July 2025

Thank you, Mr. President.

I would like to commend the presidency of Pakistan for convening this timely and vital debate, on an
issue that lies at the heart of the United Nations. I would also like to express our sincere appreciation to the Secretary-General for his steadfast commitment to and promotion of the principles of the UN [Read more…]

Filed Under: 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, About Cyprus, Cyprus at the UN, Policy Statements

Statement by Amb. Maria Michail – Assembly of the States Parties to the Rome Statute

July 7, 2025

Special session on the review of amendments on the crime of aggression -Assembly of the States Parties to the Rome Statute

United Nations, 7 July 2025

Madam President,

Excellencies,

Distinguished delegates, [Read more…]

Filed Under: 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, About Cyprus, Cyprus at the UN, Policy Statements

Statement by Amb. Maria Michail – Commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the UN Charter

June 27, 2025

Informal meeting of the plenary to commemorate the eightieth anniversary of the signing of the Charter of the United Nations

General Assembly, 27 June 2025

At the time of its signing in 1945, the international press welcomed the UN Charter as “a blueprint for peace”, ushering in a new era, with renewed hope for humanity. Its purpose resonates to this day. [Read more…]

Filed Under: 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, About Cyprus, Cyprus at the UN

Statement by the State Secretary and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus, H.E. Mr. Andreas S. Kakouris

May 21, 2025

High-level Interactive Dialogue on Culture and Sustainable Development

“Connecting cultures in the digital era”

UN Headquarters, 21 May 2025

Thank you, Mr. President,

Excellencies,

Allow me to begin by expressing the appreciation of my delegation to you, Mr. President, for convening this important dialogue today.

It is an honor and privilege to participate in today’s discussion. My presence is indicative of the importance that Cyprus’ attaches to the issue at hand.

Also, I would like to recognize the contributions to our discussions today by the members of the panel. [Read more…]

Filed Under: 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, About Cyprus, Cyprus at the UN, Policy Statements, Uncategorized

Statement by Amb. Michail – 63rd Session of the Commission for Social Development

February 11, 2025

General Discussion – 63^rd Session of the Commission for Social Development

New York, 11 February 2025

Mr. Chair,

Allow me to extend our warmest appreciation to you, the Members of the Bureau and United Nations’ Department of Economic and Social Affairs, for the preparation of the 63^rd Session of the Commission for Social Development.

Cyprus fully aligns with the statement delivered by the European Union. I would like to make some additional remarks in my national capacity. [Read more…]

Filed Under: 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, About Cyprus, Cyprus at the UN, Policy Statements

Statement by the Chair of the Committee on Relations with the Host Country Ambassador Maria Michail

November 4, 2024

Sixth Committee – Agenda item 168

Report of the Committee on Relations with the Host Country

79th Session of the GA, 4 November 2024

Mr. Chairperson,

It is my pleasure to address today the Sixth Committee in my capacity as Chair of the Committee on Relations with the Host Country and introduce this year’s Report of the Committee contained in document A/79/26, which was adopted on 18 October, by the Committee. [Read more…]

Filed Under: 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, About Cyprus, Cyprus at the UN, Policy Statements