Item 138. Proposed programme budget 2027: Special Political Mission (SPMs)
United Nations, 14 October 2026
Mr. Chair,
As this is the first time I am taking the floor, allow me to extend Cyprus’ warmest congratulations to you, and all the members of the Bureau, on your election.
I assure you, Mr. Chair, of my delegation’s commitment to supporting you and your team, throughout the session to conclude our deliberations on time. [Read more…]
Item 79: United Nations Conference of Plenipotentiaries on Prevention and Punishment of Crimes against Humanity
United Nations, 12 October 2026
Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Cyprus aligns itself with the statement delivered by the representative of the European Union on behalf of the EU and its Member States and wishes to offer the following additional remarks in its national capacity.
Mr. Chair, [Read more…]
Item 84: The rule of law at national and international levels
United Nations, 9 October 2026
Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Cyprus aligns itself with the statement delivered by the representative of the European Union on behalf of the EU and its Member States and wishes to offer the following additional remarks in its national capacity.
We thank the Secretary-General for his report on strengthening and coordinating United Nations rule of law activities. [Read more…]
UN Headquarters, New York
24 September 20026
Mr. President,
Excellencies,
As the UN Secretary-General reminded us a few years ago, “The United Nations is the product of HOPE.”
Eighty-one years after its birth, that HOPE is being tested. [Read more…]
“Item 132: Report of the Secretary-General- United Nations Youth Office»
New York, 2 September 2026
Madame/Mr. President,
Cyprus aligns with the statement delivered by the European Union. Allow me to make the following remarks in my national capacity.
Cyprus welcomes the Secretary-General’s report and expresses full support to the mandate of the Youth Office. We commend the Office, under the leadership of Assistant Secretary-General Dr. Felipe Paullier, for its continued efforts to place young persons at the heart of the work of the United Nations. [Read more…]
70th Session of the Commission of the Status of Women – United Nations Headquarters, New York – 9-19 March, 2026
National Statement by H.E. Ms. Josie Christodoulou, Commissioner for Gender Equality of Cyprus
11 March, 2026
Honorable Chair,
It is an honour to address the 70th Session of the Commission of the Status of Women.
Cyprus aligns itself with the statement delivered by the European Union.
This year’s priority theme is fundamental: Justice is the foundation that enables women and girls to fully exercise their rights. [Read more…]
General Debate of the Preparatory Committee for the Conference of Plenipotentiaries on Prevention and Punishment of Crimes against Humanity, established in
accordance with GA resolution 79/122
United Nations, 19 January 2026
Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Allow me, at the outset, to congratulate you on your election, and to wish you every success in the important work ahead. You may count on the full support of my delegation. [Read more…]
High-Level Meeting on the Appraisal of the Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons
United Nations, 24 November 2025
Mr. President,
Cyprus aligns with the statement just delivered by the European Union. Allow me to make some further remarks in my national capacity. [Read more…]
UN Security Council High-Level Open Debate on Threats to International Peace and Security – Conflict-Related Food Insecurity
New York, 17 November 2025
Mr. President, Excellencies,
My delegation welcomes this important debate and the opportunity it provides to address the critical issue of conflict-related hunger. We also acknowledge the briefers for their insights and for their tireless efforts to alleviate human suffering in conflict settings. [Read more…]
Agenda item 74: “Report of the International Criminal Court”
United Nations, 11 November 2025
Madame President,
We wish to express our gratitude to President Tomoko Akane for her introduction of the report. [Read more…]