The speech provided appears to be an address given at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The speaker, representing Togo, congratulates the assembly's president and expresses warm condolences for the recent disasters in Morocco and Libya. They emphasize the need for the United Nations to restore its image and work towards achieving the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals.
The speaker highlights the vulnerabilities of Africa, including economic instability, low levels of development, health crises, climate change effects, disruption of global food supply chains, and the rise of international terrorism. They express Togo's determination to combat these issues, noting the country's efforts in areas such as environmental conservation, renewable energy, and peaceful resolution of conflicts.
The speaker also addresses the need for reform in the United Nations Security Council, asserting that Africa should no longer be marginalized and should have a greater say in international peace and security. They call for a reformed international system based on values and principles, with respect for the rights of peoples to decide for themselves on the international stage.
Finally, the speaker reiterates the call for Africa to be heard and respected in its own right, arguing that the continent should not be reduced to a divided arena where it has to side with one camp against another. They emphasize that Africa is ready and willing to take on its own battles and play a significant role in addressing global transnational challenges such as climate change and combating international terrorism.
1. The speech was given by the Foreign Minister of Togo, Robert Du, to the President of the General Assembly.
2. The speech was part of the 78th session of the General Assembly of the United Nations.
3. The speech expressed congratulations to Mr. Dennis Francis from Trinity and Tobago on his election and skill in conducting the session.
4. The speech also acknowledged the efforts of the Secretary General, Antonio Gutes, in restoring the image of the United Nations.
5. The speech expressed condolences and support to the President of the Republic of Togo for the catastrophes that affected Morocco and Libya due to earthquakes and floods.
6. The speech emphasized the responsibility of the United Nations to improve the state of the world.
7. The speech focused on the challenges facing Africa, including poverty, lack of development, health crises, climate change effects, disruption of global food supply chains, invasion of African cyberspace by cyber criminals and disinformation, recurrent armed conflict, and international terrorism.
8. The speech highlighted Togo's efforts to combat these challenges, including the adoption of a strategic document on combating violent extremism, efforts to protect and conserve the environment, and a commitment to the sustainable protection of the marine and coastal environment.
9. The speech announced Togo's commit