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My country knows from her own experience how powerful and instrumental solidarity can be.
Speech at the United Nations General Assembly (2002)
When seventeen years ago, after the Soviet occupation, my country regained independence and joined the UN, we were told that ‘Never again will Molotovs and Ribbentrops dare to decide the future of other nations.’
Speech at the United Nations General Assembly (2008)
Security, based on cooperation, should remain the basic principle of different European organizations and of international relations on the whole.
Speech at the United Nations General Assembly (2008)
The United Nations cannot be a mere passive observer if and when universal values and international law are under threat. Still, too often we remain observers in the face of mounting security crises.
Speech at the United Nations General Assembly (2008)
It is because the United Nations primarily consists not of the sum total of the votes, but of universal principles, and these principles shall be the guiding light to us for the years to come.
Speech at the United Nations General Assembly (2008)
But political solidarity is not enough. Our countries have also launched regional initiatives and taken other concrete steps to increase contributions to the global campaign against terrorism.
Speech at the United Nations General Assembly (2002)
We must debate, talk things out and make full use of diplomatic measures; but we must be ready to act decisively when strategic realities demand defense of freedom and democracy.
Speech at the United Nations General Assembly (2002)
In the face of common threats, solidarity must emerge as a consolidating driving force in global diplomacy. The tragedy of September 11th is an experience that reinforces and strengthens our common resolve to combat and counter terrorism.
Speech at the United Nations General Assembly (2002)