Statement of KINGDOM OF ESWATINI at UNGA73

Participation: “We fully support the participation of women in political decision-making
positions and have recently enacted the election of women members to the
House of Assembly Act to ensure their representation in parliament.”

General WPS: “It is unfortunate that the African Continent continues to absorb more peacekeeping missions than any other United Nations regional grouping. This qualifies Africa proper representation in areas of peace and security, making it a key player as and when matters of peace and security are discussed in all structures of the United Nations.”

Protection/SGBV: “As a country we have also successfully enacted the sexual offences and domestic violence act, a legal framework to protect women from domestic violence and sexual assault. 6 This will give effect to relevant international legal instruments, including the United Nations Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), among others.”

“We commend the United Nations General Assembly for the choice and the confidence it has in you as the fourth female President of this august body in its 73 years of existence.”