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- 19 June 2013
Maintenance of International Peace and Security: Natural Resources and Conflict Prevention UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL Statement by HE Ms Philippa King, Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative of Australia to the United Nations Thank you Mr President. Read more - 17 June 2013
Children and Armed Conflict UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL 17 June 2013 Statement by H.E. Gary Quinlan, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Australia to the United Nations Thank you Mr President This Council is briefed on almost a daily basis about the horrific impacts of conflicts around the world. Read more - 14 June 2013
The Situation in Kosovo UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL Statement by HE Ms Philippa King, Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative of Australia to the United Nations I would like to express Australia’s appreciation to Special Representative Zarif for his presentation this morning, and for his continuing efforts, and those of UNMIK, to promote security, stability and respect for human rights in Kosovo and in the region. Read more
- 19 June 2013
@AustraliaUN #UNSC can help countries manage mineral resources transparently & sustainably but industry & civil society involvement is paramount - 19 June 2013
@AustraliaUN Today's #UNSC debate on natural resources looked at how resources can benefit communities rather than fuel conflict http://t.co/e1Np3MyhRs - 19 June 2013
@AustraliaUN We condemn appalling attack on @UNSOMALIA. We convey our condolences to victims' families & our solidarity with #UN, #Somali Govt & people