The Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Shahid has called on all member states of the United Nations to strengthen multilateral cooperation to address global problems and challenges such as climate change, sustainable development and natural disasters.
The statement was made in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the signing of the United Nations Charter.
For Maldives, our journey began in 1965, we then became one of the first of the smallest nations to join this body, our progress and advancement as a nation owes much to the global environment created by the UN and our strong belief in multilateralism. Today, the economic and social benefits achieved by all nations alike has benefited humanity and strengthened our bonds of friendship. Today we have been reminded more strongly of the merits of multilateralism, as we join forces to fight the Covid-19 pandemic, this unprecedented challenge has shaken our societies and brought the entire world to a complete halt”Abdulla Shahid, Foreign Minister
As such, FM Shahid made the statement through a video message, highlighting the principles and ideals of the UN Charter that gave voice and purpose to all nations on the basis of equality.
The foreign minister reaffirmed the island nation’s commitment to work with all nations in order to promote the shared ideals for peace, economic progress and social justice.
No nation was prepared for this pandemic. It has laid bare, the limits of even the largest countries, no act alone. It has re-emphasized the need for multilateralism. Global problems require global efforts, global cooperation. In a similar way, the challenge of our times such as climate change and increasing natural disasters, require global cooperation, solidarity and commitment. We must rise to the occasion to further strengthen our resolve to achieve global peace, which is inextricably linked with development. All nations must work together to further our shared ideals of peace, economic progress and social justice. Maldives stands ready to do its part through cooperation, solidarity and trust in multilateralism. Together, we can shape a better future for all of us”Abdulla Shahid, Foreign Minister
The UN Charter was signed in San Francisco, USA on June 26, 1945 upon the conclusion of the UN Conference on International Organization.
It came into effect on October 24, 1945 and calls for the UN to maintain international peace and security; promote social progress and better standards of life; strengthen international law; and promote human rights.
