国連憲章採択を記念する非公式会合における山﨑大使ステートメント

Thank you, Madam President.
 
At a moment when multilateralism is under strain and the free and open international order based on the rule of law is severely shaken, Japan remains resolute in its commitment to upholding multilateralism and its principles, with the UN at its core.    
 
To overcome deep fractures in the international system, Japan is determined to continue to pursue progress in three priority areas: peacebuilding and conflict prevention, the rule of law, and systemic UN reform. 　　
 
First, on peacebuilding and conflict prevention. A comprehensive approach is essential for effective peacebuilding. Recognizing that humanitarian assistance, development, and peacebuilding must be addressed in an integrated manner, Japan has been promoting the HDP Nexus to realize human security, which focuses on the empowerment and protection of every individual. This perspective helps improve the coherence of UN efforts to address the root causes of conflict and to foster people’s self-reliance.
 
Second, the rule of law. The UN has played an important role in formulating international rules and laws and disseminating them throughout the international community.  This role of the UN is indispensable in upholding a free and open international order based on the rule of law, and the UN Charter lies at its core. Japan will continue to support this UN’s role.  
 
Third, systemic UN reform. The UN bears profound responsibility as a uniquely inclusive forum of 193 Member States. Japan remains committed to the shared responsibility of ensuring that the organization remains fit-for-purpose to fulfil its full potential and fully supports the UN80 Initiative. In addition, to reflect the realities of today’s world and to effectively address the global challenges, we need Security Council reform urgently.

Madam President,
 
Japan will continue contributing actively and constructively to resolving challenges facing the international community.
 
I thank you.