Statement of Mongolia, September 2016

“We all agreed on the key role that the United Nations should play in maintaining international peace and security. It has always been a profound delight for me as the Head of State of Mongolia to report to the General Assembly of the successful service of Mongolian sons and daughters in blue helmets who stand on guard for global peace and stability. The United Nations is making its utmost to protect civilians, end conflicts and Create conditions for lasting peace. The Security environment is far more complex and more dangerous than ever, and Services of the UN peacekeepers has never been this much in demand. The World is not yet free of wars, devastations and destitution. But we believe that there will come a day: - when child refugees no longer will be swept to the shore by cold ocean tides, - when children no longer will be orphaned in senseless violence and wars, - and when people no longer will be afraid to take peaceful strolls in the beautiful streets of Nice, lstanbul, or Dhaka. South Sudan is still the youngest member of the international community. People of South Sudan need our help and support. And we are proud that Mongolian peacekeepers together with fellow blue helmets continue to extend their helping hand to the people of South Sudan. We honour their bravery and dedication.”