80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly
New York, 3 October 2025
Mr. Chair,
At the outset, allow me to extend my best wishes to you, the Bureau, and the Secretariat of the Third Committee for a fruitful and constructive term.
Cyprus fully aligns itself with the statement delivered by the European Union. Allow me to also add a few remarks in my national capacity. [Read more…]
UN Headquarters, 24 September 2025
Madame President,
Ladies and gentlemen,
We stand at the brink of a precipice.
International order, as we know it, is challenged in an unprecedented manner, 80 years since the United Nations emerged out of World War II.
Today, we stand before drastic, unpredictable geopolitical shifts. [Read more…]
«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…]
“Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Youth Office”
New York, 25th 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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]