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[Automatic Transcript: Text may contain errors] Good morning. The first meeting of the 2026 session of the Special Committee on the situation with regard to the implementation of Declaration on the granting of independence to colonial countries and peoples is called to order.
It is my pleasure to open this session of the special committee, and I extend warm welcome to all participants. I would like to acknowledge the presence of the Chief of Cabinet of the Secretary-General, Mr. Courtney Rattray, and of the Assistant Secretary-General from Middle East, Europe, the Americans, Asia and Pacific, Mr. Khalid Keri.
I now give the floor to the Chief of Cabinet to deliver a statement on behalf of Secretary-General, his excellence, António Guterres. You have the floor. Excellencies, dear colleagues, it is my honor to deliver these remarks on behalf of the Secretary-General. I’m pleased to address the opening of this session.
Decolonization has been an objective of the United Nations since its earliest days.This organization was created as a place where nations could meet as equals, not as rulers and ruled.Our world has come a long way with well over 100 nations gaining independence since 1945. .
More people than ever now enjoy the right and the dignity of self determination, yet the legacy of colonialism has left profound scars through deeply rooted mechanisms of economic exploitation, as well as in the form of racism, inequality, and persistent exclusion from the decision making bodies.
First, inclusive dialogue among non self governing territories, administering powers, member states, and all stakeholders. This process must be steered by the unique aspirations and needs of each territory and take place on a case by case basis in accordance with the UN Charter, the Declaration on decolonization.
Second, the central role of young people.The vision and leadership of the next generation is vital. Third, the urgent need for climate action.The majority of the territories are small islands where rising sea levels, coastal erosion, and more frequent extreme weather are exacting a heavy toll.
Excellencies, in December, we proudly marked the first International Day against colonialism in all its forms and manifestations. While much has changed for the better, work remains to be done. Let us continue to work tirelessly and as one to advance decolonization for all. Thank you.
I understand there’s a general agreement among the members of the committee to re elect Her Excellence, miss Melissa Ramali, permanent representative of St. Lucia to the United Nations as chair of the Special Committee for this session. Accordingly, if I hear no objection.
I hear no objection. It is so decided. I congratulate you, Madam Chair and wish you every success in the discharge of your responsibilities. I now invite her excellence, miss Melissa Ramy, permanent present of St. Lucia to the United Nations to take her place on the podium.
Good morning. Under Secretary-General for General Assembly and Conference Management, Mr. Moses Alahn, Assistant Secretary-General for Middle East Europe, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific, Mr. Mohammed ethari. Excellency’s, Distinguished delegates.
On behalf of all delegations, I would like to express my gratitude to the Chef de Cabinet, the Under Secretary-General, and the Assistant Secretary-General for your presence. Allow me to extend a warm welcome to all delegations as we continue our efforts.
the charter of the United Nations and the mandate of the Special Committee. Likewise, I express my appreciation to all members for the continued privilege and distinction conferred upon my country through my re election as chair of this committee.
Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, today’s global environment is more complex and more demanding than at any point in recent history. The committee now faces a range of challenges from resource constraints and competing priorities to evolving geopolitical dynamics.
that directly shape our capacity to implement the mandates entrusted to us by the General Assembly. That notwithstanding, these challenges must not slow our momentum. Indeed, they underscore the urgency. The decolonization agenda remains unfinished.
St. Lucia’s commitment to this cause is grounded in our own experience and in the Caribbean’s broader journey towards self government and sovereignty.I therefore approach this responsibility as chair with humility, conviction, and a deep sense of duty.
The challenges before us are real, but so too is the moral clarity of our mandate.Our work continues to be guided by a case by case approach, recognizing that each territory’s circumstances, challenges, and aspirations are unique. To support this approach,
open and constructive dialogue remains essential, particularly to the administering powers and with the territories themselves. The cause of decolonization is not merely an institutional obligation. It is a fundamental expression of the United Nations founding purpose.
Distinguished delegates, before proceeding to our next agenda items, members may recall that by a letter dated tenth February 2026, the permanent representative of Ecuador informed of the decision of the government to withdraw.
from membership in the special committee as of that date and to continue its participation in the work of the committee as an observer. This letter will be issued as document A slash AC 109 slash 2026 slash 20and will be transmitted to the president.
Accordingly, may I take it that the special committee wishes to take note of the withdrawal of Ecuador from the membership of the committee? It is so decided. I have received requests from the following countries to participate as observers.
Algeia, Argentina, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Germany, Honduras, Liberia, Mexico, Morocco, Panama, South Africa, Spain, Togo, the Caribbean community, Carcon. With the consent of the committee, I invite them to take a place at the table.
I now turn to the election of officers. It is my understanding that there is a general agreement that the following be elected: Ernesto Soban Guzman (Cuba), Omar Hadi (Indonesia), and Michael Imran Ku (Sera Leon) as vice chairs.
And His Excellency Ibragm Olbi (Syria) as our rapporteur. If I hear no objections, I declare these elected by acclamation. I congratulate the vice chairs and the rapportur and look forward to close collaboration.
The committee will now take up its organization of work. I draw attention to document A slash AC 109 slash 2026 slash L one, which is circulated every year. Also document L two slash rev, containing suggestions on program.
Under Rules 67 and one oh eight of the rules of procedure of the General Assembly, this would enable the committee to avoid starting its meetings too late and to proceed expeditiously. It is therefore so decided.
As delegations are aware, the government of Nicaragua has expressed its interest in hosting the seminar in Maagua in 2026.Communications was circulated on fifth June 2025 and 13 February 2026. It is so decided.
Thank you very much, Madam Chair. I’d like to begin by expressing sincere congratulations on your election. we express our warmest thanks to the members for the trust to host the seminar in May 2026 in Managua.
consistent historic trajectory in fervent defense of the self determination of peoples. Our own history forged through anti colonialist struggles joins us with the people that continue to suffer.
direct dialogue, fraternity, and cooperation between member states, non self governing territories, and other territories and experts are essential tools to eradicate colonialism.Managua Seminar is a space for work.
Thank you very much, Madam Chair. First of all, I wish to warmly congratulate you on your re election. We are assured under your continued leadership, the committee will further advance its core mandate.
This is in line with the spirit of the Bandun Conference,and we call the committee to continue working with clarity and determination to make concrete progress on the remaining 17 NSDTs. Frank and constructive dialogues must be strengthened.
Expressing my most sincere thanks for the trust to take up the vice chairmanship. We take up this responsibility with a profound sense of commitment. eradicate colonialism remains an incompleted task.
the rejection of new colonialist and hegemonic practicesrepresents our moral duty to humanity. The end of colonization in all its forms demands political will, collective action, and the eradication of blockades and the Monroe doctrine.
we now continue to see force over our region that run counter to the Caribbean as a zone of peace. The government of the United States,this situation would be an irreparable error.
The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela has the honor to take the floor on behalf of the group of friends in defense of the Charter of the United Nations. Member states congratulate you and the entire Bureau on your recent re election.
colonialism in all of its forms and manifestations. In the same vein, we express our continued solidarity with all peoples of the 17 non self governing territories and others, as well as others that have not yet attained independence in accordance with Res 15 14.
It is vital to identify newly emerging colonial situations and ensure that the right to self determination is upheld. while operative paragraph seven D explicitly requests this special committee to do this in cooperation with the administering power.
the development of a constructive program of work for the non self governing territories on a case by case basis is a task that rests exclusively on the C 24 and its member states. After 25 years since the mandate began, the lack of a finalized program cannot be reconciled with urgency.
It is our collective responsibility to ensure that no one is left behind. we today announce our intention to present a new draft resolution for June 2026, to broaden our scope and ensure that all situations are addressed.
We are prepared to weigh different scenarios if need be to ensure that the inalienable right to self determination is no longer denied to any people. This is a responsibility as you have already flagged, Madam Chair.
Fiji wishes to first of all, congratulate you, Madam Chair for your successful reelection. Fiji also would like to acknowledge and thank chair of the Cabinet, Mr. Rattray, and the leadership.
it will be important to review our methods of work to ensure they remain relevant to the specific needs of the territories. Fiji stands ready to contribute to this process and we support the agenda for the upcoming seminar in Managua.
For now I call her Lynn and I’m not getting perfect yet. Lynn has already been hitting the road running from my region. Claudia Gross served us for two or three years. Um, she’s now the secretary to the Fourth committee.
the next meeting of the special committee will take place on Monday, 16th, March, and it will be announced in the journal via Edelegate. It leaves me now to wish you a wonderful day and to indicate that our meeting is adjourned.
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