I commend the role of the Secretary-General, who despite being far away was r...

I commend the role of the Secretary-General, who despite being far away was resolved to address us this morning. I especially commend the United Nations commitment to Africa. This month, we launched the African Women's Decade in Nairobi, Kenya. The United Nations was represented by Deputy Secretary- General Asha-Rose Migiro, another African sister serving the Organization. We also commend the leadership of Ms. Bachelet. Her term has begun well with this energetic and busy meeting, punctuated for once by applause. We assure her of the African Union's cooperation.