Statement of Mexico at the UNGA72

Human rights: However, in order for the United Nations to be more effective in this work, it’s necessary to strengthen its capacity for prevention, centered on the person, with promotion of development, and with respect to human rights.

Human rights: This is why we support the multilateral initiatives of prevention of the UN, which, together with efforts to achieve the eradication of terrorism, promote tolerance and respect for human rights.

Sexual and Gender-Based Violence: As solidarity states we have the obligation to protect and promote the humans  rights. However, women and girls suffer from sexual violence, exile, marginalization, discrimination, and, in extreme cases, abominable femicides. Mexico recognizes its obligation to redouble efforts to combat these practices and punish these crimes.

SDG5: A solidarity state is committed to the empowerment of women and girls. Gender equality is a prerequisite for achieving a world in which peace and development are truly sustainable, inclusive and lasting.

Colombia: Mexico will always be in favor of peace and peaceful settlement of disputes. Unfortunately, armed conflicts continue to arise that require involvement of the United Nations. Because of this, since 2014, Mexico has been participating in UN Peacekeeping Operations. The successful case of the Colombia Peace Agreement a significant example.