Political Reporter
Addressing delegates at the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), President Emmerson Mnangagwa made an impassioned plea for global peace.
In a candid moment, he criticized the contradictory behaviours of certain influential nations that outwardly support peace while discreetly promoting conflict and unconstitutional regime changes.
"We strongly condemn tendencies by some powerful countries who preach peace, human rights, and democracy and yet clandestinely fund conflicts and the unconstitutional changes of governments, for their own narrow interests," remarked President Mnangagwa.
As the room reverberated with his poignant words, the President went on to underscore the importance of unity and cooperation for a better future.
"It is important that we channel our collective efforts towards building peace and driving forward our development agenda, for shared prosperity," he opined.
Drawing attention to the inherent interconnectedness of global nations, he added that "there is much more that unites us, than that which divides us."
Highlighting the need for an equitable global security infrastructure, President Mnangagwa called out the disproportionate influence a few nations wield over global peace and security matters.
"The establishment of a fair and inclusive global security architecture has become urgent. The maintenance of peace and security should never be the preserve of a privileged few," he stressed.
Continuing on the topic of international cooperation, President Mnangagwa referred to the long-standing demand for the reform of the United Nations Security Council.
"Zimbabwe reaffirms calls by Africa for the reform of the United Nations Security Council in line with the Ezulwini Consensus and Sirte Declaration," he stated, reinforcing Africa's call for a more inclusive and representative UN Security Council.
In the backdrop of global challenges and uncertainties, President Mnangagwa pointed out the vulnerability of nations in the face of emerging threats.
"Today’s realities, across all regions, bring to the fore the importance of global solidarity. No nation, no matter how powerful, can stand alone to realise sustainable and inclusive development," he noted.
The President emphasized the universal challenge of climate change.
"Building resilience and tackling the adverse impact of climate change should be an urgent priority for us all," he said, beckoning nations to come together in the face of a shared global threat.
Meanwhile, President Mnangagwa took a moment to inform the global community about Zimbabwe's recent accomplishments. He proudly highlighted the economic and political progress the nation has been making, emphasizing that the recently concluded elections were conducted in a manner that was both peaceful and transparent.
