00:00We must collectively pursue a different vision of South China Sea, a future in which this
00:13region is a zone of peace, stability and cooperation.
00:18We must adopt a collaborative approach, embedded in diplomacy and dialogue.
00:24Thus, I call upon all countries to abide by the UNCLOS in the conduct of maritime governance.
00:30We must prioritise peaceful and co-existence.
00:34This is also one of the many reasons the Member States must continue to work together.
00:39We stand at a critical juncture in world history, on the failure of global governance to address
00:46the genocide of Palestinians.
00:49And it has echoed across the world on the abysmal response by world leaders to end these
00:55horrendous crimes.
00:57Yet there are also many of us who have pursued justice for the people of Gaza.
01:04For almost one year now, we have raised our voices in protest and sought to establish
01:10a ceasefire.
01:12Again and again, our voices have been shut down in the Security Council through the power
01:20of veto.
01:21The mechanisms of Security Council have been abused to enable mass atrocities.
01:27Our failure to establish a ceasefire is no longer justifiable.
01:32We have run out of excuses, Mr President.
01:36It is time to address the problem.
01:39The veto should not be exercised at will.
01:42There must be interceptions in cases of crimes against humanity and attacks of civilian infrastructure.
01:51We must commit ourselves towards a reformed United Nations.
01:56Justice begins with ending impunity and ensuring accountability.
02:02For this to be realised, the undemocratic veto must be limited or abolished altogether.
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