“Our policy goal of ensuring that no man, woman or child goes to bed hungry will have its own positive knock- on effects on poverty reduction, health, and arresting the spread of non- communicable diseases - which itself should also be of central importance in our post-2015 development agenda.”

“We are mindful of the fact that all over the world women and children are among the most vulnerable in our societies. And so we have instituted a clear and assertive zero tolerance policy in this regard. Violence against women and children must not be seen as either a "personal" or a "family" matter, but instead, it should be seen as a socially destructive behavior demanding judicial intervention.

“The development agenda must also pay particular attention to the empowerment of women and protection of vulnerable groups. Our government attaches particular importance to the rights of indigenous peoples. We were the first in the world to legislate and regulate the right to prior consultation on measures that directly affect these peoples, in accordance with Convention 169 of the International Labor Organization (ILO)”

“We recognize our development challenges including gender based violence, sorcery related deaths, access to social services and the low level of representation of our women in the public and private sectors.”

“It is our strong resolve to promote full participation of women in national development, while protecting their political, social and cultural rights as agents of change.”

“Evolving norms of human security have placed new issues on the agenda. Children and Armed Conflict, Women, Peace and Security and Protection of Civilians are recent examples of the UN's important normative role.”

“And the women of Syria should be involved in making this happen, as there can be no solution without them . UN Security Council resolution 1325 on women, peace and security provides an outstanding ta01 for promoting inclusive conflict resolution. This week at the General Assembly we have hosted a side-event marking the importance of women's political participation for successful transitions in the Middle East and North Africa.

“Making women partners in all efforts for peace, security and development at all levels, treating them equally without discrimination, and ensuring protection of basic rights to unleash their creative potentials have positive implications in the advancement of society as a whole. Moreover, their mainstreaming and empowerment through access to power and productive resources directly contributes to development holistically.

“It is our strong resolve to promote full participation of women in national development, while protecting their political, social and cultural rights as agents of change.”

“In addition of a strong support to furthering the concept and structural development of the UN peace-building and peacekeeping capacities, Montenegro recognizes the importance of the rule of law and protection of civilians, in particular women and children, and advocates consistent realization of the mandate of UN missions in this field.