ArmInfo.Armenian Foreign Minister Zohrab Mnatsakanyan, chairing the Francophonie summit, took part on September 8 and delivered a speech at the open discussion of the UN Security Council "Regional and sub-regional organizations of the UN. Role of the International Organization of Francophonie".
As reported by the press service of the Armenian Foreign Ministry, Mnatsakanyan during his speech pointed out the importance of the initiative to discuss cooperation between the UN and OIF. "50 years after its founding, Francophonie stands as an important platform for multilateral cooperation, rallied around the French language, the fundamental values of peace, democracy, respect for human rights and equality of women and men.
The relationship between the UN and Francophonie is based on a set of common values of multiple actors, united by a common desire to work for the promotion of peace and international security, as well as a determination to fight terrorism and take action to prevent genocides and crimes against humanity. They are also based on a firm, unshakable commitment to achieving sustainable development goals, "Mnatsakanyan said. The Armenian minister also pointed to the importance of holding such a discussion in the context of the current global crisis in the health, economic and humanitarian spheres, which threatens to undermine the cohesion of society. In this regard, he stressed the need to establish international cooperation and effective multi-vector. Mnatsakanyan described the above discussion within the UN Security Council as a unique call to action, a test of general endurance and collective ability. "While the negative effects of the crisis are more affecting developing countries, the most vulnerable segments of the population, the UN and Francophonie must reaffirm their readiness to promote peace and cooperation, solidarity and the values of coexistence. This is a challenge for both organizations and we must work towards a more effective global management, "the Armenian minister said, recalling that Armenia supported the call of the UN Secretary General for a global truce, confirming that there is no threat or force in the settlement of conflicts. However, he expressed concern about the recent increase in incitement to hatred, which was especially evident during this health crisis. "Today, more than ever, our commitment to tolerance, respect for human rights and the values of multiculturalism needs to be highlighted. Despite the tremendous efforts of the multilateral system, we continue to face armed conflicts, destabilizing military exacerbations and the sowing of hostility at the highest political level. including in the immediate vicinity of us, "Mnatsakanyan said. In conclusion, the Armenian Minister reaffirmed Armenia's commitment to developing cooperation between the two organizations, expressing confidence that thanks to this discussion, as well as the joint efforts of the Secretary General of Francophonie and the UN Secretary General, this cooperation will be strengthened, opening up new promising prospects.