What to remember from Prince Albert II’s speech to the UN General Assembly
The Sovereign, in New York for the 77th United Nations General Assembly, notably recalled the importance of acting in the face of the climate emergency.
Thursday September 22 in front of the whole assembly, Prince Albert II first wanted to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II who, according to him, “embodied the unity and dignity of the United Kingdom », before renewing his confidence in the new King Charles III. “There is no doubt that during the reign of His Majesty King Charles III, peace and stability will continue to flourish”he said into the microphone.
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2022, a decisive year for the planet
Supported by his delegation, the Prince obviously did not ignore his favorite subject, and insisted on recalling the extent to which the environment should be placed at the heart of all concerns. “We are at a turning point that requires transformative solutions (…) Beyond our speeches, it is high time to take actioninsists the Sovereign. It is no more and no less than seizing the last opportunity offered to us to build a future for humanity. “.
In his speech, the Prince also had a “moved thoughts for the people of Pakistan”flood-stricken country.
In the case of Monaco, the country “remains resolutely committed to the protection of the environment and sustainable development”. The Prince recalled that as such, the Principality was continuing its energy transition with the aim of reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
The Sovereign also referred to his great-grandfather, Prince Albert I, who specifically dedicated his life to protecting the seas and oceans.
Strengthen health cooperation
On the health aspect, it is a question for the Prince of cooperating more so as not to be faced with the difficulties encountered at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. “I attach particular importance to my country mobilizing as part of its international cooperation policy, alongside its partners, at the forefront of the World Health Organization. “, indicates the Sovereign, who promises to examine carefully ” any new crisis management mechanism that could facilitate a coordinated response based on proven science. »
“War has returned to the European continent”
How not to mention the war on Europe’s borders when discussing current issues? “The military aggression suffered by Ukraine flagrantly disregards international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter, undermining the security and stability of Europe and the world. It also inflicts untold suffering on the Ukrainian people, bringing us back to the darkest hours of our history.” indicates the Sovereign on this subject.
The challenges of digital
Another challenge related to the 21st century: digital. “The proliferation of hate speech and disinformation is intolerable”, thinks that the Sovereign for whom artificial intelligence must put itself at the service of humans and not manipulate their behavior and their thoughts. It calls for common rules to be set, so that cyberspace does not become “uncontrollable, destroy our democracies and further separate us from each other”.
Before concluding, the Prince emphasized the role of women, “essential actors in the face of change. » He therefore asks the assembly: “What are we waiting for to promote their place in world leadership? »
Monaco, for its part, “intends to continue its commitment to them within UN Women, the Women’s Commission and through its development cooperation policy. » In any case, this is what the Prince assured in front of more than two thirds of the members of the Assembly, who will have been represented by their Head of State or Government during this 77th General Assembly of the United Nations, across the Atlantic. .