经济及社会理事会：2026年管理阶段第40次全体会议
经济及社会理事会
Date: 21 July 2026
Language: Floor (Original)
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ECOSOC · Vice President [0:03]:

President dear colleague good afternoon I call to order the 40th meeting of the Economic and Social Council I invite the Council to begin its consideration of agenda item 18f public administration and development The Council has before it the report of the 25th session of the committee of expert on public administration issued in document e 2026/44 I now invite Mr Rolf alter chair of the committee of experts on public administration to introduce the report via pre-recorded video


Morocco · représentant permanent [1:18]:

Thank you Monsieur le Président who is asking for a point of order

Ont demandé la réouverture du point 14 de l'ordre du jour, relatif à la mise en œuvre de la déclaration sur le point de l'indépendance aux pays et peuples coloniaux par les institutions spécialisées et les institutions internationales, associé aux Nations unies, et ce afin d'enregistrer notre position sur un document qui a été adopté ce matin sur ce point. Est-ce que j'ai votre autorisation de pouvoir faire et enregistrer ma déclaration.


ECOSOC · Président [2:04]:

Je remercie le représentant permanent du Maroc. Le représentant du Maroc sera invité à présenter sa contrée. sa contribution un peu plus tard pendant cette session. S'il veut bien patienter un moment. with the authorization of with the authorization of the permanent representative of Morocco I now invite Mr.. Rolf Alter, chair of the Committee of Experts on Public Administration, to introduce the report via pre recorded video. Please.


CEPA · Chair [3:08]:

Vice President, excellencies, distinguished delegates, it is my honour to brief you on the 25th session of the Committee of Experts on Public Administration, held from 13 to 17 April 2026 at United Nations Headquarters. We met at a moment of profound economic, social and environmental strain, progress towards the goals remains severely off track. Challenges extend beyond financing, and include, in particular, implementation, institutional capacity and public trust. The 2026 HLPF ministerial declaration adopted last week recognises good governance and strong institutions as key enablers of sustainable development. That recognition goes to the heart of the committee's deliberations on transformative, equity, equitable, innovative and urgent actions required to rebuild trust, revitalise institution and realise the SDGs. Such reforms should include reviewing multi-level governance arrangements to empower all levels of government, while encouraging meaningful stakeholder participation, especially at the local level. These efforts must be grounded in evidence. Our work on the principles of effective governance and the committee's pentagram of action provides a practical compass. Our findings confirm that the quality of governance remains critical to progress across the goals. Action oriented diagnostic tools can either identify institutional constraints, close implementation gaps and sequence reforms around high impact priorities. In support of the sevilla commitment, we identified urgent priorities for resource mobilization and public financial management. These include more resilient fiscal frameworks, stronger subnational financial, management, better allocation and management of the development finance, and enhanced legal and operational independence of supreme audit institutions. Looking ahead, we outlined three pathways towards a future oriented public administration. One, anticipatory governance. Two, evidence informed administration three, agile and adaptive administration. We also examined artificial intelligence as both a transformative opportunity and a profound governance challenge. Its use should expand public value and administrative capability underpinned by clear governance arrangements for procurement, human oversight, auditability, inclusion, respect for human rights and protection against bias. Yet institutions must ultimately be judged by whom they serve and whom they include. Trust grows when people feel hurt and protected. This imperative shaped our consideration considerations of used unemployment. We allow a call for general, integrated, gender sensitive youth employment frameworks linking education and labour ministries, local authorities and the private sector to promote decent jobs, technological skills and entrepreneurship. The same institutional lens shaped our work on water, where we stressed that water security depends on strong institutions supported by governance diagnostics to identify constraints and sequence reform. reforms at the national level. Finally, six voluntary national review countries joined a peer exchange on the institutional aspects of Goal 16 and 17, turning experience into shared learning and better practice. Mr. Vice President, our message is clear accelerate progress towards the SDGs requires public administration transformation. This means moving from active policy making to strengthening capable, accountable and inclusive institutions. Trust is built when those institutions demonstrate, they can listen, learn and deliver for everyone today and for generations to come. I thank you.


ECOSOC · Vice President [8:30]:

I thank the chair of the committee of experts on public administration. The floor is open for a general discussion. on item 18. I see no request for the floor. The council has thus concluded the general discussion of item 18. The council will now consider draft resolution e 2026 l19, entitled Report of the Committee of Experts on Public Administration on its 25th session and Draft Decision E 2026 L 17. entitled date and provisional agenda of the 26th session of the committee of experts on public administration. Does any delegation wish to make a statement in connection with either of the draft proposals? I see no request for the floor. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt draft resolution E 2026 L 19 I hear no objection it is so decided May I take it. that the council wish to adopt draft decision E 2026 L 17. I have no objection. It is so decided. Now, does any delegation wish to make a statement after the adoption? No request for the floor. The Council has concluded its consideration of agenda item 18. Now I invite the council to begin its consideration of Agenda Item 18 b. science and technology for development. The council has before it the report of the 29th session of the commission on science and technology. for development issued in document e slash 2026 slash 31st. The council has before it, the report of the Secretary General on the progress made in the implementation of and follow up to the World Summit, on the information society at the regional and international levels, including the 20 years review thereof, issued in document E 2020 648. I now invite Mr. Zhang Qian, chair of the Commission on Science and Technology for Development to introduce the report of the Commission via pre recorded video. Please play the video.


CSTD · Chair [12:35]:

Excellencies, distinguished delegates, ladies and gentlemen, I'm pleased to introduce the outcomes of commission's 29th annual session, held from 20 20th to 24th April 2026. With participants from 95 countries, the session started with a ministerial roundtable where ministers and other high level representatives share national experience in leveraging the role of STI in transformative, equitable, innovative, and coordinated actions. for the 2030 agenda. In line with this year's HLPF theme, they emphasized that inclusive development first innovation lands at the heart of sustainable development. The discussion on the priority in the science, technology, and innovation in the age of AI generated significant interest, could chairs of the first global dialogue on AI governance join exchanges, particularly participant expressed concern that AI could keep an existing device in STI between and within countries. The commission therefore emphasized that AI governance must be closely linked to capacity building and equitable access to digital infrastructure. The Commission met at an important moment, for this year's revisit review, following adoption of the General Assembly's 20 year revisit review outcomes resolution last December. It gives special attention to the coherence and synergies between VC's implementation, the 2030 agenda and the global digital compact, and called for the United Nations Group on the Information Society to further develop its joint implementation roadmaps, presented at the session. It also requested that the VCIS action line facilitators report to its 30th annual session on developing target and result oriented implementation roadmaps for their respective action lines. linking them with relevant SDG targets and JDC commitments, including potential targets, indicators, and metrics to facilitate monitoring and measurements. Finally, on technical operation in the STI field, reports on Arctic's cropwatch innovation cooperation program, and its project on STF parks for sustainable development, illustrated how targeted act systems and international partnership can strengthen developing countries. competitors. The working group on data governance advances work along four checks governance principles, interoperability, fair benefit to share sharing and cross bound data flows. This progress report will be reviewed at the 30th session and later submitted to the 81st General Assembly. The priority theme of STI's 30th session, to be held 90 to 23rd April next year, is set as data governance for development. from a symmetry to equitable stewardship. Notablely, the session streamlined two resolutions. Most remarkably, the visits text to strengthen implementation, coordination, and reporting. CSTD will conduct biannual visits reviews started 2028 while retaining annual success of the visit's progress. Thank you.


ECOSOC · Vice President [17:03]:

I thank Mr. Zhang Qian, chair of the Commission on Science and Technology for Development for his introduction. The floor is now open for a general discussion on item. 18. B. No request for the floor. So, the council has thus concluded the general discussion on item 18b. The council will now consider the draft proposal contained in E 2026 31 does any delegation wish to make a statement in connection with any of the draft proposals? I see no request for the floor. May I take it that the council wish to adopt draft resolution one, entitled Assessment of the progress made in the implementation of and follow up to the outcome of the world summit on the. information society. No objection. It is so decided. May I take it that the Council wish to adopt a draft decision. draft resolution two entitled science technology and innovation for development. I have no. objection. It is so decided. May I take it that the Council wish to adopt the draft decision entitled Report of the Commission on Science and Technology for development on its 29th session and provisional agenda and documentation for the 30th session of the commission. I hear no objection. It is so decided. Does any delegation wish to make a statement after? the adoption of these three texts. No request for the floor. The Council has concluded its consideration of agenda item 18b. now item 19 i invite the council to begin its consideration of agenda item 19 C crime prevention and criminal justice. The council has before it the report of the commission, on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice on its reconvened 34th session, issued in document e 2025/30 addendum one and the report of the commission on crime prevention and criminal justice. on its 35th session issued in document E 2026 30. I now invite Mr. Rudiger Born, Chair of the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, to introduce the reports via pre-recorded videos. you have the floor, sir.


CCPCJ · Chair [21:25]:

Distinguished representatives, ladies and gentlemen, greetings from Vienna. It is my pleasure to brief the council on the outcomes of the 35th session of the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, and to provide an update on preparations for the 15th United Nations Crime Congress. The 35th session, held in Vienna from the 1st to the 5th of June 2026, reaffirmed the commission's continued relevance and attracted broad participation. We welcomed around 1500 participants, representing 126 member states, in addition to representatives from United Nations entities, intergovernmental organizations and civil society. The three resolutions adopted by the Commission at its 35th session address several important emerging issues. First, member states adopted a resolution aimed at strengthening crime prevention and criminal justice responses to prevent and combat fraud, to be recommended by the Economic and Social Council for adoption by the General Assembly. The Commission also adopted two resolutions to be brought to the attention of the Council, one addressing the prevention and combating of transnational sexual extortion of children, commonly referred to as sextortion. And another focusing on countering trafficking in persons for the purpose of forced criminality. Allow me now to turn to preparations for the 15th United Nations Crime Congress, for which the CCPCJ acts as preparatory and main follow up body. Following its postponement in April, the congress will be held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates from the 26th of September to the 1st of October 2026, with pre session consultations taking place on the 25th of September. The Congress, as largest UN gathering on crime prevention and criminal justice matters, happening every five years, provides provides a unique platform to advance global action, bringing together governments, international organizations, civil society, and individual experts. The agenda of the Congress has been designed to address both current and emerging challenges from innovative crime prevention, people centered justice systems, new and evolving forms of crime. To strengthening international cooperation and technical assistance. Complementing these agenda items are for workshops focusing on resilient societies, equal access to justice, better use of data and evidence, and the responsible use of technology and crime prevention and criminal justice. Let me now turn to one of the key highlights of the Congress. The high level segment will bring together heads of state and government ministers and other senior representatives to reaffirm the international community's commitment to strengthening crime prevention, criminal justice, and the rule of law. In addition, the high level segment will feature a series of thematic meetings that will promote dialogue on key priorities. A central milestone of the congress will be the adoption of the Abu Dhabi Declaration, which will provide strategic guidance for international cooperation in the years ahead. I would also like to encourage all delegations to participate actively in the pledge for justice initiative, which offers an opportunity to showcase concrete national and international commitments supporting implementation of the Congress outcomes. An important strength of the crime congress is its ability to bring together a truly diverse range of stakeholders. Use engagement is a central component. A youth forum will be held on the 24th till the 25th of September, prepared by the GenJust, the Generation Justice Initiative. The Congress will also introduce fireside chats with the private sector, providing an opportunity to exchange views on innovation, technology, and partnerships in addressing evolving crime challenges. Participants will also benefit from a rich program of over 200 and ancillary events and some 40 exhibitions. Finally, I would like to highlight the written contribution which I submitted in my chairs capacity to the 2026 High Level Political Forum. It highlights action taken by the CCBCJ on crimes affecting the environment, trafficking in persons, crime prevention and prison management, among other areas. I thank you very much and I wish you fruitful discussions.


ECOSOC · Vice President [26:39]:

I thank Mr. Rüdiger Born chair of the commission on crime prevention and criminal justice for his introduction. The floor is now open for a general discussion on item 19 c. I see no request. The council has thus concluded the general discussion on item 19 c. Now action. The Council will now consider the draft proposals contained in e 2025/2025/30 at. addendum one and E 2026/30. Does any delegation wish to make a statement in connection with any of the daft proposals. I see no request for the floor. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt the draft decision, entitled Report of the Commission on Crime, prevention and criminal justice on its reconvened 34th session. No objection. It is so decided. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt the draft decision entitled Strengthening Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Response to, prevent and combat fraud. No objection. It is so decided. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt draft Decision I, entitled appointment of one member of the board of trustees of the United Nations and the Regional Crime and Justice Research. institute no objection it is all decided may I take it that the council wishes to adopt draft decision two. entitled Report of the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice on its 35th session and the provisional agenda of its 36th session. No objection. It is all decided. Does finally, does any delegation wish to make a statement after adoptions? No request from the floor. The Council has concluded its consideration of agenda item 19. Item 18k. I invite the Council to begin its consideration of Agenda Item 18k United Nations Forum on Forests. The Council has before it the report of the 21st session of the United Nations Forum on Forests, issued in Document E 202642. I now invite Mr. Ismail Belen, chair of the Forum on forest to introduce the report of the Forum via pre-recorded video. Please play the video.


UNFF · Chair [31:01]:

In my capacity as the chair of the 21st session of the United Nations Forum on Forest, I am pleased to brief the council on the outcome. outcomes of UNFF 21. I would like to briefly summarize the omnibus resolution adopted by consensus, which will guide the form's work over the next two years. The Forum reaffirmed the urgent need to accelerate implementation of the UN Strategic Plan for Forest, and achieve its global forest goals. It welcomed the GFT report 2026 and invited members to submit voluntary nation reports for the 2030 final assessments. The forum highlighted the growing threat of wildfires, encouraged support for initiatives such as the global fire management hub, and called for stronger cooperation on integrated fire management from prevention and preparedness, to response and recovery. The forum recognized the potential of the of a sustainable forest based bioeconomy and encouraged implementation of, the Vienna call for action to support sustainable forest management, production and consumption. The forum welcomed global efforts to halt and reverse deforestation and forest degradation by 2030, including the COP 30 presidency's roadmap initiative. It also welcomes General Assembly resolution establishing the UN decades for aforestation and reforestation. The forum encouraged technological cooperation, innovation, capacity building, and knowledge exchange. It called for additional financing, welcomed the tropical forests for ever facility, and support from the global forest financing Festation Network. and highlighted the clearing house on forest financing as a key source of forest finance information. Members agreed to hold regular virtual information. informal consultations between UNFF 21 and UNFF 23 to prepare for the 2030 final review of the international. arrangement of forests, the secretariat was requested to present a plan for decision at UNFF 23. The resolution also reaffirmed the form's role as UN's only universal intergovernmental body dedicated solely to forest. Excellencies, distinguished delegates. A chair of UNFF 21, And as a forest engineer, I would like to emphasize that under the guidance of ECOSOFT, the UN Forum on Forests remains fully committed to advancing coherence, synergy, and the implementation of forest related goals across and beyond the UN system. Thank you.


ECOSOC · Vice President [34:38]:

I thank Mr.

Ismail Belen chair of the forum on forest. to for his introduction. The floor is now open for a general discussion on item 18. No request. The council has thus concluded the general discussion on item 18. Action now, the council will now consider the draft proposals contained in E 2026 2026/42 does any delegation wish to make a statement in connection with any of the draft proposals? No requests from the floor. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt the draft resolution entitled Outcome of the 21st session of the United Nations Forum on Forests. No objection. It is so decided. Mr. President, may I take it that the council wishes to adopt the draft resolution, the draft decision, entitled report of the united nations forum on forests. on its 21st session and draft provisional agenda and dates in venue of its 22nd session. No objection. It is so decided. Does any delegation wish to make a statement after the adoption? No request. The council has concluded its consideration of agenda item 19. I briefly pause the meeting for a podium change. I invite the Council to begin its consideration of Agenda Item 19 Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. The council has before it the report of the permanent forum on indigenous issues on its 25th session, issued in document e, 2026 43. I now give the floor to Ms. Aluki Cotierk, chair of the permanent forum on indigenous issues to introduce the report. You have the floor, Madam.


UNPFII · Chair [38:12]:

Thank you. Distinguished delegates, excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, it is an honor to present the report on the 25th session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous issues, held from 20th April to 1st May 2026 at United Nations headquarters. The report as contained in document E/2026/43 reflects discussions and recommendations that emerged from dialogue among indigenous peoples, member states, and other stakeholders on some of the most pressing issues facing indigenous peoples today. I would like to thank indigenous peoples, member states, UN entities, and all other participants whose engagement enriched the forums deliberations deliberations and contributed to a successful session. The special theme of the 25th session was ensuring indigenous peoples health, including in the context of conflict. Throughout the session, a clear message emerged. Indigenous people's health cannot be separated from their lands, territories, cultures, cultures, languages and right to self determination. The forum emphasized that the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples remains fundamental to advancing the health, well-being and the rights of indigenous peoples. Free prior and informed consent remains a cornerstone of that effort. The forum also examined their growing impacts of climate change on indigenous peoples. Across all regions, indigenous peoples continue to experience severe impacts on their lands, livelihoods, food systems, cultures, and health despite despite contributing the least to global greenhouse gas emissions. The forum called for climate action and energy transition policy policies to fully respect indigenous people's rights and to ensure their effective participation in climate governance and decision making processes. At the same time, the forum expressed concern regarding the increasing pressures associated with extractive activities and the growing demand for critical minerals. The forum stressed that climate action and development, initiatives must not come at the expense of indigenous peoples rights, lands and lands and territories. And that free, prior and informed consent must be fully respected. Particular attention was also given to the impacts of conflict, displacement, and environmental degradation on indigenous peoples communities, especially indigenous women and girls. The forum expressed concern over continuing human rights violations, including gender based violence, forced sterilization, and barriers to health services and participation and called for stronger protections and accountability measures. Across all areas of work, the forum emphasized the importance of meaningful participation. Indigenous peoples must be recognized as rights holders and decision makers in processes that affect their lives. In this regard, the forum has proposed an international expert group meeting on the theme of enhanced participation of indigenous peoples. The forum also considered ongoing United Nations reform, efforts, including UN 80 initiative. It underscored that these reforms should strengthen rather than diminish the meaningful participation of indigenous peoples and the distinct roles of the UN mechanisms dedicated to indigenous peoples. Distinguished delegates, the report before you contains recommendations for member states United Nations entities, and other stakeholders that advance human rights, sustainable development, peace, and environmental stewardship, including through the effective implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the rights of indigenous peoples. In doing so, the forum contributes directly to advancing sustainable development objectives, including support to the principle of leaving no one behind. The forum's recommendations strengthen the work of Echosoc by bringing indigenous people's perspectives and knowledge systems into discussions on sustainable development, climate action, health, financing, and governance. The forum has proposed that its 26th session be held from 10 to 21st May 2020 May 2027 at United Nations headquarters. The session will take place at a particularly significant moment as the international community marks the 20th anniversary of. the declaration. Recognizing the continued importance of strengthening indigenous peoples voices within the United Nations processes, the forum will continue to focus on advancing implementing implementation of the declaration and promoting the full and effective participation of indigenous peoples in decision making at all levels. The forum remains committed to its continued engagement, with Ecosoc and the wider United Nations system to ensure that indigenous people's knowledge, perspectives, priorities, and solutions continue to inform global policy making and advance sustainable, cohesive and resilient societies. I thank you for your attention and I remain at your disposal for any questions you may have. Hoyan naming. Thank you.


ECOSOC · Vice President [44:27]:

I thank Ms. Aluki Kotier chair of the permanent forum on indigenous issues. The floor the floor is now open for a general discussion on item 19G. No request for the floor. The council has thus concluded the general discussion on item 19 G. Now actions. The Council will now consider the draft proposals contained on document E 2026. 43 does any delegation wish to make a statement in connection with any of the draft proposals? No request for the floor. May I take it that the council wishes to adopt draft decision one, entitled international expert group meeting on the theme enhanced participation of indigenous people. No objection. It is so decided. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt draft decision two entitled Venue and Dates of the 26th Session. of the permanent forum on indigenous issues. No objection. It is so decided. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt draft decision three, entitled Report of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues on its 25th session and provisional agenda of its 26th session no objection it is so decided. Does any delegation wish to make a statement after adoption? Russian Federation.


Russian Federation · представитель [47:13]:

You have председатель, для Российской Федерации вопросы, касающиеся положения коренных народов имеют особое значение. особое значение. Их основные права получили закрепление в Конституции и законодательстве нашей страны. Для их эффективного обеспечения на постоянной основе ведется работа по обновлению и совершенствованию национальной нормативно правовой базы, улучшается правоприменительная практика, укрепляется прокурорский надзор за исполнением законодательства. В этой связи с обеспокоенностью отмечаем тревожную тенденцию к политизации работы Постоянного форума ООН по вопросам коренных народов. Одной из основных ооновских площадок, предназначенных для откровенного конструктивного и взаимоуважительного диалога между представителями правительств и коренных народов. Это очередное проявление, набирающее обороты пагубной практики использования правозащитной проблематики в геополитических целях. Мы категорически отвергаем такой подход. То же касается вмешательства постоянного форума в сферу ведения других органов системы ООН, в частности, вопросы поддержания международного мира и безопасности, за которые отвечает Совет безопасности ООН. 50 и 60 подрывает доверие к постоянному форуму и методы его работы использования непроверенной информации. 53. поставляемой самопровозглашенными защитниками коренных народов, чья деструктивная деятельность, осуществляемая за пределами России, не имеет ничего общего с реальными правозащитными усилиями. Напоминаем, что Россия, как и любое государство, обязана пресекать террористическую и экстремистскую деятельность, направленную на расшатывание межнационального мира и согласия, представляющую представляющая угрозу для суверенитета страны. Констатируем отход Постоянного форума от практики серьезного анализа ситуации в поле. В этой связи мы предлагаем уважаемым членам ECOSOS ознакомиться с докладом Министерства иностранных дел России о ситуации с правами коренных народов в отдельных странах, размещенном на сайте нашего внешнеполитического ведомства. Господин Председатель, использование применительно к России 11 таких формулировок, как перемещение населения, утрата источников средств существования, разрушение базы знаний проистекает из незнания ситуации в России либо намеренного ее искажения. Мы имеем собственный, уникальный опыт обеспечения прав коренных, малочисленных народов, что позволяет в современных условиях сохранить их численность, языки, традиционные формы хозяйствования. Созданы механизмы участия коренных малочисленных народов в принятии решений, экологической экспертизе, общественных слушаниях при планировании и осуществлении хозяйственной деятельности и проектов промышленного освоения на территориях их традиционного проживания. Модели партнерства российского бизнеса и коренных малочисленных народов выстраиваются исключительно в рамках российского правового поля. В случае возникновения споров имеется возможность их разрешения в суде или арбитраже. Выработка рекомендаций на основе неполной или искаженной информации, вскупе с нескрываемой пристрастностью отдельных экспертов постоянного форума, не желающих наладить и поддерживать диалог с государствами, подрывает эффективность мандата постоянного форума и доверия к нему. В связи с вышеизложенным, наша делегация дистанцируется от консенсуса по решению о принятии к сведению доклада 25 й сессии Постоянного форума ООН по вопросам коренных народов. Мы просим зафиксировать это в протоколе заседания. Благодарю за внимание.


ECOSOC · Président [51:45]:

Russian Federation for his statement. Any other Request for the floor. The Council has concluded its consideration of agenda item Agenda item 19. I briefly pause the meeting for the podium change. Mes chers collègues, vous vous rappelez qu'au début de cette séance, le distingué représentant du Royaume du Maroc a demandé que l'on rouvre l'examen. de l'agenda item quatorze. Pour qu'il puisse faire une déclaration sur la déclaration pour l'octroi de l'indépendance.

Aux pays coloniaux

Et aux peuples par les agences spécialisées, et les institutions internationales associées aux Nations unies. Avec votre autorisation Je rouvre le file pour lui permettre de prononcer sa déclaration. Je donne la parole aux distingués représentants du Royaume du Maroc. Vous avez la parole, Monsieur.


Morocco · représentant permanent [54:02]:

Je vous remercie, Monsieur le Président. Je voudrais tout d'abord vous remercier vivement. d'avoir consenti, à ma demande, des réouvertures du point 14 de l'ordre du jour relatif à la mise en œuvre de la déclaration sur le droit de l'indépendance aux pays et peuples coloniaux par les institutions spécialisées les institutions internationales associées aux Nations unies, et ce, afin d'enregistrer notre position sur le document présenté sous ce point. À cet égard, ma délégation voudrait formuler deux observations la première, procédurale, et la seconde, deux fois. Premièrement, sur la procédure. Ce matin, un document présenté comme une version avancée de l'addendum au rapport E 226 slash 55 portant sur les activités du PAM en Algérie a été introduit moins de 3 h avant la réunion. Or, selon notre compréhension, tout document soumis à l'examen du Conseil doit être formellement publié au moins 24 heures à l'avance. Ou au moins avec un délai raisonnable permettant délégation dans prendre connaissance conformément aux procédures établies. Nous souhaitons donc demander des clarifications concernant cette nouvelle pratique appliquée spécifiquement à cet addendum. Par ailleurs, aucun addendum n'a jamais été présenté au titre de ce point de l'ordre du jour dans la pratique antérieure. Nous sommes donc devant une pratique de présentation d'un addendum de manière unilatérale. sans respecter les discussions dynamiques au sein du C24, c'est ce qu'a déclaré la présidente du C24 ce matin, ni à l'intégrité de ce comité et sans fournir d'explications quant à la logique, ou aux intentions ayant motivé l'émission de cet addendum. De plus, aucune clarté n'a été fournie quant à son objectif, son statut ou ses implications procédurales, Quant à au ni quant à son lien avec le processus d'adoption de la résolution sur ce point. Deuxièmement, sur le fond. Ma délégation souhaite rappeler que le traitement des questions relevant de ce point doivent demeurer strictement conformes à la pratique établie des organes compétents, afin de préserver l'intégrité du point en question. Et ne saurait se prêter à des interprétations sélectives ou à la poursuite d'agendas particuliers. Le contenu de l'addendum comporte en outre des inexactitudes graves, notamment la référence au chiffre des réfugiés dans les camps de alors que le rapport annuel des pays hôtes pour 2025 fait état de bénéficiaires et non de réfugiés. Le PAM n'a jamais validé les chiffres en question en tant que réfugiés. mais uniquement en tant que bénéficiaire. Compte tenu de ses pratiques, de ses préoccupations procédurales et substantielles, le Royaume du Maroc enregistre formellement sa forte objection à l'introduction de cet attendant, marqué par un manque de clarté, de transparence et de conformité à la pratique établie, ainsi par que par de nombreuses contradictions, des formations et statistiques que la dindon contient. Nous demandons donc au secrétariat d'enregistrer la présente déclaration au compte rendu officiel de cette réunion. Je voudrais vous renouveler, Monsieur le Président, mes sincères remerciements pour donner l'occasion d'enregistrer nos réserves. Je vous remercie, Monsieur le Président.


Algeria · représentant de l'Algérie [57:52]:

Je remercie le représentant du royaume du Maroc pour sa déclaration. Maintenant, je souhaiterais enlever mon chapeau de président de cette séance et de réagir en tant que représentant de l'Algérie. L'Algérie, qui est principalement concernée par cette question. Je souhaite préciser que le document en question parle du country report of the World Food Programme on Algeria on Algeria. Il est vrai que dans une première version de ce rapport, Le country report en Algeria se résumait à deux phrases. Deux phrases qui était spécifiquement concentré sur la question du genre et des enfants. Dès que nous avons pris connaissance la semaine dernière de ce rapport inconsistant, en tout cas, différents de ceux que le World Food Programme avait l'habitude de présenter depuis 2019, et singulièrement en 2024 et 2025, nous avons pris attache avec le secrétariat. La délégation algérienne a pris attache avec le secrétariat, qui a demandé au World Food Programme, à Rome, de présenter un rapport complet sur ces activités au profit des réfugiés dans la région de Tinduf, ce que le World Food Programme a fait, et ce dans le cadre d'un addendum. qui vous a été présenté. Je ne veux pas entrer dans les détails. Simplement pour dire que cela fait 50 ans que mon pays, l'Algérie, accueille sur son territoire. plus de 170 réfugiés sahraouis, réfugiés depuis plus de 50 ans. et que le World Food Programme a été très généreux pour prendre en charge une partie, des besoins alimentaires de ces réfugiés, et nous l'en remercions. Et ce comité, ce matin, a lu et entendu le contenu de la contribution du World Food Program à ces réfugiés sahraouis. Je ne voudrais pas aller plus loin. sauf que si le secrétariat est appelé à enregistrer la déclaration du distingué représentant du Maroc, je me permettrai de lui demander, en tant que représentant de l'Algérie, d'enregistrer également la déclaration de la. délégation algérienne. Je vous remercie. Avec votre permission, je reprendrai mon chapeau de président de cette session et, avec l'autorisation du distingué représentant du Maroc reprendre les items qui nous restent à examiner au cours de cette session. en disant que finalement, le Conseil a conclu son examen de l'agenda numéro quatorze. Nous passons à item fifteen, regional cooperation. I invite the Council to begin its consideration of agenda item 15 regional cooperation The Council has before it the report of the Secretary General on regional cooperation in the economic, social and related fields. issued in document E 2020 615 and its addendum issued in document E 2020 615. addendum one. The council has also before it the summary of the work of the economic commission for europe. the Economic Commission for Africa, the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean, the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia for 2025, 2026, as contained in Document E 20 2020 616 to e 2020 620. I now invite Ms.. Tilmiza Hussein Hussain, director of the regional commission, New York office to introduce document E 2020 615 and E 20 2020 615 addendum one via pre recorded video. Please play the video.


UN · Director of the Regional Commissions New York Office [1:05:10]:

Mr. Chair, excellencies. distinguished delegates. Allow me at the outset to congratulate you, Mr. Chair, as the incoming president of the council and thank the outgoing president. Today I have the honor on behalf of the five United Nations Regional Commissions to introduce the Secretary General's report on regional cooperation in the economic, social, and related fields. Contained in the document E 2026/15 together with its addendum. Excellencies, distinguished delegates, with fewer than four years remaining until 2030. The defining challenge is no longer agreeing on ambition, but rather accelerating implementation. And there are reasons for optimism. Across all regions, countries continue to demonstrate that progress is possible when they cooperate, when evidence guides policy, and when the multilateral institutions help translate global commitments into regional and national action. That is precisely where regional cooperation proves its value. The regional commissions occupy a distinctive place within the United Nations system. They bring to together member states around shared regional priorities, translate global agendas into regional solutions, and provide integrated policy advice and technical support that responds directly to national needs. Excellencies, distinguished delegates. The report begins by assessing progress towards the sustainable development goals across the five regions. While important advances continue, progress remains uneven across every region, reinforcing the need for regionally tailored, scalable solutions. The report then examines three broad areas of work. First, It highlights regional approaches to structural transformation and economic integration. Second, the report shows how regional cooperation is strengthening financing for sustainable development in line with severe commitment. Third, it highlights how the regional commissions are strengthening data systems, statistical capacity, and strategic foresight to help governments design evidence based policies, anticipate emerging risks, and better monitor SDG progress. Beyond these thematic areas, the report underscores the importance of the Regional Forums on Sustainable development and the regional commission's intergovernmental platforms. These continue to serve as essential mechanisms, ensuring that regional perspectives inform the work of the council and the high level political forum. Importantly, the report demonstrates how regional cooperation translates into tangible country level results. Mr. Chair, the addendum before the Council brings to your attention the draft resolutions and the decisions adopted by the regional commissions during the reporting period. These include, among others, proposals relating to reorganization of the Economic Commission for Africa, the establishment of the Asian and the Pacific Digital Solutions Center for Sustainable Development under SCAP, as well as decisions adopted by ESCWA's executive committee. Mr. Chair, excellencies, distinguished delegates. At a time when challenges transcend borders, regional cooperation is no longer optional. It is essential. Delivering on the 2030 agenda will require leveraging the regional dimension is a key engine of implementation. In this regard, the UN 80 initiative offers an opportunity to strengthen the regional architecture, contributing to a united Nations development system that is better aligned with country priorities and equipped to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving world. On behalf of the regional, Commissions and the Regional Commission's New York office, I reaffirm our commitment to supporting member states and the work of this council as we advance together towards the 20. 2030 agenda. I thank you.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:09:55]:

I thank the regional director of commission of regional commission in New York office. The floor is now open for a general discussion. on item 15. No request. Then the council has thus concluded the general discussion on item 15. Now action on draft proposals. The council will now consider the draft proposals contained in document e 2000 2615 addendum one. does any delegation wish to make a statement in connection with any of the draft proposals? No request from the floor. May I take it that the council wishes to adopt draft resolution one. ECA, entitled Reorganisation of the work of the Economic Commission for Africa. I hear no objection. It is so decided. May I take it that the council wish to adopt draft resolution two eca entitled date, venue and theme of the 59th session and theme of the 68th session of the Economic Commission for Africa. No objection. It is so decided. May I take it that the Council wish to adopt Draft Resolution I, entitled Establishment of the Asian and Pacific Digital Solutions Centre for Sustainable Development. I hear no objection. It is so decided. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt draft resolution two. entitled Withdrawal of the United Nations State of America from membership in the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific. Amendment. of the terms of reference of the Commission. No objection. It is so decided. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt draft resolution three, entitled dates, venue and theme of the 83rd session of the economic and social commission for asia and the Pacific. No objection. It is so decided. Now, does any delegation wish to make a statement after adoptions. No request for the floor then the council has concluded its consideration of agenda item 15. let's go to item 19 e. United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. I invite the council to resume its consideration of Agenda Item 19. United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. The council has before it the letter dated of 5th June 2026 from the permanent mission of iraq to the united nations addressed to the secretary general, issued in document e 2026 slash 72. the council will now consider draft decision e 2026 l 14 entitled Enlargement of the Executive Committee of the Programme of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. I have been informed that the draft decision, decision has no programme budget implication


Speaker 20 [1:14:41]:

This one or this one.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:14:42]:

Please I now give the floor to the permanent representative of Iraq. You have the floor.


Iraq · permanent representative [1:14:58]:

Mr. President,

I have the honor, on behalf of the Republic of Iraq, to introduce draft resolution a 2026/2006. L 14, entitled Enlargement of the Executive Committee on the Program of the United Nations High Commission for Refugees. The draft decision follows Iraq's request for membership in the executive committee as conveyed in the letter dated 5th of June 2026, contained in document E slash 2026/72. It's adoption would recommend that the general assembly at its 81st session, decide to enlarge the membership of the executive committee from 200 and from 110 to 100 and 111 states. Iraq looks forward to contributing actively to the work of the executive committee and hope that the council will adopt the draft decision by consensus. I thank you sir


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:16:06]:

I thank the permanent representative of Iraq for his declaration. I now give the floor to the secretary regarding co sponsorship.


UN Secretariat · Secretary [1:16:20]:

Thank you, Mr. Vice President. If any other delegation wishes to co sponsor draft decision E 2026. L14. Please signify by pressing the microphone button now. Algeria. I see no further co sponsors. Thank you. Zambia. That concludes the list. Thank you.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:16:52]:

I would like to announce sorry. Does any delegation Wish to make a statement in connection with the draft decision proposed. No request from the floor. for the floor. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt the draft decision entitled Enlargement of the Executive Committee of the programme of the United, Nations Commissioner for Refugees. No objection. It is so decided. Congratulations. Does any delegation wish to make a statement after the adoption? Then the council has concluded its consideration of agenda item 19 e. Let's go to item 18 a. sustainable development. I now invite the council to resume its consideration of agenda item 18 a sustainable. sustainable development. Under this item a draft decision has been submitted by the delegation of Bangladesh and Nepal in e 2026. e26 l 24 the council will now consider draft decision e 2026 l 24. entitled Report of the Committee for Development Policy on its 28th session Bangladesh and Nepal. I have been informed that the draft decision has. no programme budget implications and I invite the permanent representative of Bangladesh to introduce the draft decision. You have the floor.


Bangladesh · permanent representative [1:19:21]:

Thank you, Mr. President.

Mr. President, I have the honor to introduce on behalf of the governments of Nepal and my own country, Bangladesh, the draft decision under agenda item 18 A for the consideration of the economic and social council. We respectfully request the council to adopt this important draft decision that carries profound significance for ensuring a smooth, sustainable and irreversible graduation of our two countries from the least developed, country category. You are aware Nepal and Bangladesh together with Lao PDR were recommended for graduation in 2021 pursuant to general assembly resolution, 76 slash eight. And as such, we were we are currently scheduled to graduate on 24th November 2026. During this transition, both Nepal and Bangladesh have prepared comprehensive smooth transition strategies and undertaken reform measures to strengthen economic resilience and productive capacities. However, the preparatory period has coincided with a series of crises. In the midst midst of persistent conflicts around the world, we experienced climate induced disasters, domestic, political transformations, and prolonged global economic uncertainty. These overlapping shocks have affected our trade, investment, and tourism sectors. at a time when our economies remain highly vulnerable. More recently, geopolitical crises created additional uncertainty for migrant employment opportunities and remittance inflows. The readiness assessment commissioned by UN OHR LLS confirms that while Bangladesh and Nepal have met the graduation thresholds, important structural challenges remain. Strengthening productive capacities, diversifying exports, enhancing competitiveness, and fully implementing our transition shown strategies require additional time and policy space, particularly in the light of circumstances beyond our control. It was in that context that the governments of Bangladesh and Nepal have separately requested for a three year extension of the preparatory period until 2024 November 2029. We commend, the Committee for Development Policy for conducting crisis assessment for our countries. The committee concluded that an extension with a clear and time bound plan would be. appropriate. In this connection, let me reaffirm that our two countries remain firmly committed to graduating in 2029. We considered this an opportunity to strengthen our preparation preparations, and we are determined to make the most out of it. We also ask for development and trade partners in view of this extension, not to view this extension, not as a delay but as an investment for the irreversible outcome. Against this backdrop, Nepal and Bangladesh respectfully seek the support of the distinguished members of the council for adoption of this draft decision by consensus. Your valuable support and solidarity would reflect a shared understanding that graduation must be meaningful, smooth and sustainable, not merely a change in classification. I thank you Mr. Chair.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:23:18]:

I thank the permanent representative of Bangladesh. Does any delegation wish to make a statement in connection with the draft decision. I see no request for the floor. May I take it that the council wishes to adopt the draft decision entitled report of the committee for development policy. on its 28th session Nepal and Bangladesh. I see no objection. It is so decided. Does any delegation wish to make a statement after the adoption? Nepal, followed by Spain and Bangladesh.


Nepal [1:24:20]:

Thank you, Mr.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:24:21]:

President. Nepal, you have the floor.


Nepal [1:24:22]:

Mr. President, Nepal welcomes the adoption of the decision by the Economic and Social Council under Agenda Item 18 B. We express our deep appreciation and gratitude to the members of this council for their positive and expeditious consideration of this decision today. Your support reflects a shared understanding that graduation to be meaningful, must be smooth, sustainable, and irreversible. Not merely a change in classification, but a genuine and lasting transformation. Nepal, together with Bangladesh and Law PDR, were recommended for graduation in 2021 and were granted an exceptional five year preparatory period in view of unprecedented disruptions caused by COVID 19 pandemic and other external shocks. We have used that period with commitment, adopting a comprehensive six pillar smooth transition strategy and implementing policy reforms. And this preparatory period has witnessed a confluence of cross cutting challenges on domestic and global fronts. The 2015 earthquake alone caused losses of nearly USD 3.3 billion and its reconstruction burden still weighs heavily on our fiscal space. The COVID 19 pandemic collapsed tourism and remittance inflows precisely when we could least afford it. In September 2025, Nepal navigated an unprecedented political transformation. The escalating Middle East crisis is driving fresh volatility into the remittance flows, and migrant employment that sustained roughly a quarter of our GDP, even as global tariff shifts complicate our. trade outlook. These are not excuses. They reflect the reality of a landlocked, mountainous, climate vulnerable economy whose exports remain under 5% of GDP and whose revenue base depends heavily on import taxes and exposed to preference erosion. Nepal continues to meet all three graduation criteria, though our income criterion seats only moderately above threshold. The independent readiness assessment commissioned by UNOSRL LLS is clear. Nepal has made the formal threshold, but the deeper task of structural transformation, building productive capacity, closing the gap between strategy and implementation remains unfinished, compounded by forces beyond our control. We commend the Committee for Development Policy for the rigor and genuine partnership it brought to this request. Its crisis assessment, conducted through the enhanced monitoring mechanism, concluded that an extension is appropriate, anchored to a clear time bound plan with measurable targets, defined financing and strength and monitoring. We therefore respectfully call upon all member states to extend the same solidarity and support when this decision comes before the General Assembly. ahead. The joint requests by Nepal and Bangladesh enjoy the backing of an independent evidence based CDP assessment. We ask the wider membership to honor that assessment and ensure the supposed transition arrangement is endorsed without delay. So that our two countries can plan with confidence and certainty. Mr. President, Nepal remains firmly committed to graduating in 2029 and to use every month efficiently. We will strengthen public private coordination and sharpen strategies for our most exposed sectors. For this, we need continued and tailored support from our development and trading partners, sustained duty free, quota free access with manageable rules of origin transitions, continued support under the enhanced integrated framework and IGARD IGARD facility. Predictable scaled up climate finance, recognizing that our vulnerabilities outlast our income classification and continued consistent financing reflecting the risk we still face. Nepal's graduation, when it comes, must be a story of durable transformation, not a fragile statistic. Statistic We thank the CDB, this council, development partners, and the Yuan family for standing with us at. this critical juncture. We look forward to the general assembly swift and unanimous endorsement of the extension of the pre-period period to ensure our graduation becomes a bridge to sustainable development and smooth graduation, not a cliff. cliffers. Thank you.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:28:13]:

I thank the representative of Nepal now Spain,


Spain · EU · representante [1:28:21]:

Vice President Gracias, señor presidente. Excelencias, estimados colegas, tengo el honor de formular esta declaración en nombre de la Unión Europea y de sus Estados miembros. Estados miembros. Agradecemos a Bangladés y a Nepal la presentación de este importante texto que la Unión Europea y sus Estados miembros apoyan. No obstante, lamentamos la supresión en el proyecto de decisión de la referencia al 81.º periodo de sesiones de la Asamblea General, en relación con las medidas que deberá adoptar la Asamblea General. Deseamos dejar constancia de que no estamos en condiciones de aceptar un calendario de trabajo acelerado que no proporcione el tiempo suficiente para alcanzar un resultado transparente, inclusivo y debidamente fundamentado. Quisiéramos subrayar que una decisión de esta importancia debe adoptarse con tiempo suficiente para permitir un análisis y una preparación adecuados, lo que constituirá un requisito previo para nuestra participación y para la definición de nuestra posición final. Confiamos, por tanto, en el enfoque constructivo y la buena fe de todas las partes para que las negociaciones se celebren durante el 81.º periodo de sesiones de la Asamblea General y concluyan dentro del plazo previsto el 24 de noviembre de 2026. Muchas gracias.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:29:53]:

I thank the representative of Spain and I now give the floor to the representative of Bangladesh.


Bangladesh [1:30:04]:

Thank you Mr. President. Bangladesh welcomes the adoption of the draft decision. And we thank the members of the council for their positive consideration. We also express our sincere appreciation to the CDP, the OHR LSS, the United Nations system and our development and trading partners for their continued engagement with us. Excellencies, Bangladesh remains firmly committed to the graduation from the LDC category. We strongly believe that graduation is not a luxury. It is a national aspiration built on decades of hard work by our people. But graduation must be smooth, sustainable, and irreversible. It must not lead to disruptions or reversal of development progress. As the secretary general Guterres has aptly said, graduation must be a rewarding experience, not a punishment. Mr. President, we will use this extension period to strengthen macroeconomic stability, domestic resource mobilization, financial sector reform, productive capacity, export diversification and implementation of our smooth transition strategy. The government is working hand in hand with the private sector to ensure that this remains by all means a one of request. We look forward to the general assembly's timely consideration of this matter before 24th November 2026. I thank you Mr. President.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:31:43]:

I thank the representative of Bangladesh

For his high representative of Bangladesh. for his statement. I see no other requests for the floor. The Council has concluded its consideration of agenda item 18 a. Now I invite the council to resume its consideration of agenda item seven operational activities of the United Nations for international development cooperation. The council will now consider draft resolution e 2026 l 21. entitled Progress in the Implementation of the General Assembly Resolution 79/226 on the Quadriennal Comprehensive policy review of operational activities for development of the United Nations system, submitted by the Vice President of the Council. his Excellency Wellington Benkosm of the Dominican Republic. I have been informed that the draft resolution has no programme budget application. I invite the Vice President of the ECOSOC, Ambassador Ben Kosme, to introduce the draft. resolution you have the floor.


Dominican Republic · Vicepresidente [1:33:39]:

Señor presidente, excelencias, distinguidos delegados. Tengo el placer de presentar el proyecto de resolución revisado. e barra 2026 barra L.21. Titulado Progresos en la implementación de la resolución 79 barra 2026 de la Asamblea General sobre la Revisión cuadrienal amplia de la política relativa a las actividades operacionales para el desarrollo del sistema de las Naciones Unidas. Deseo expresar mi agradecimiento a Suiza, en su calidad de facilitadora, por su hábil conducción para guiar los Estados miembros hacia este resultado. Así como a todas las delegaciones por su flexibilidad y su participación activa a lo largo de todo el proceso. Desde mi perspectiva como vicepresidente del ECOSOC, encargado del segmento de actividades operacionales para el desarrollo, considero que la resolución recoge las prioridades y las orientaciones que emanan del fructífero y exhaustivo segmento de este año. Brinda orientación al sistema de las Naciones Unidas para el desarrollo sobre la continua implementación de la revisión cuadrienal amplia de la política y reafirma, el compromiso de los estados miembros de velar por que los esfuerzos de reforma se traduzcan en un mejor apoyo y en mejores resultados a nivel del país. La resolución envía una. señal firme del apoyo sostenido de los Estados miembros al sistema de coordinadores residentes. Y a su papel central en la presentación de un apoyo coherente e integrado a los países. La resolución incorpora, asimismo, la consideración de elementos de la iniciativa ONU 80 que dan continuidad a la labor pendiente de la reforma del sistema de las Naciones Unidas para el Desarrollo. Mandata a través de la revisión cuadrienal amplia de la política. Al mismo tiempo subraya la necesidad de una mayor claridad respecto a los resultados previstos su implementación y el valor añadido que, en última instancia, ha de traducirse en resultados concretos en los países en los cuales se ejecutan programas. Esta información permitirá a los Estados miembros contar con una comprensión clara y basada en evidencias de las propuestas de la iniciativa 180, posibilitando una orientación estratégica fundamentada al sistema. De cara al futuro, el ECOSOC y el segmento de actividades operacionales para el desarrollo deben seguir sirviendo de foro para la supervisión a nivel de todo el sistema, el diálogo sobre políticas y la rendición de cuentas en aras de un sistema de las Naciones Unidas para el desarrollo eficaz, coherente y orientado a los resultados. Esta resolución constituye una expresión tangible de dicha responsabilidad. Exhorto a todos los Estados miembros a brindar su pleno apoyo a las


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:36:46]:

Thank the vice president Ambassador Wellington Benkosme for the introduction of this draft resolution. Does any delegation wish to make a statement in connection with the draft resolution? I see no request. for the floor. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt draft resolution L 21? No objection. It is so decided. Does any delegation wishes wish to make the statement after the adoption? Uruguay, followed by Russian Federation and Palau.


Uruguay · G77 + China [1:37:56]:

Mr. President, I have the honor to deliver this explanation of position after the adoption of resolution L 21 by consensus on behalf of the group of 77 and China. The group of 77 and China wishes to thank Mrs. Nadia Benani of Switzerland for her facilitation of the intergovernmental process. The group reaffirms the role of the General Assembly in providing key system wide strategic policy orientations and operational modalities for the United Nations Development System. The group also reaffirms the mandate and role of ECOSOC, including through its operational activities for development segment as a platform to ensure and enhance accountability and oversight. Therefore, while the group joins consensus on the draft, it wishes to convey that preambular paragraph four and operative paragraph 29 should be considered together to maintain the appropriate balance that was contained in resolution 79 slash 226. The group reiterates that the priority priorities of program countries must be placed at the center of potential reforms related to United Nations development system. Therefore, while appreciating the information received thus far, the group calls for greater transparency, detailed information, sharing, and consultation on all such proposals, including their implications for the implementation of the mandates contained in the QCPR. The group reiterates that all reform related process proposals must remain firmly anchored in general assembly mandates, particularly resolution 72 slash 279 and subsequent qcpr resolutions. Any proposal on regional and country level restructuring should demonstrably strengthen the UN capacity to support member states. Additionally, how these reforms will result in an enhanced coordination and effective mandate. Implementation should be communicated to program countries in a clear, timely and transparent manner to allow them to conduct internal consultations before any decision. on such proposal can be taken. The group reaffirms that the remaining pieces of the repositioning of the UN development system must remain member state driven, with the secretariat playing and advisory role on technical issues. A meaningful process requires full respect for distinct roles and mandates and the active trust based engagement of all member states, particularly program countries. Finally, the group looks forward to continuing the discussion on all relevant matters in the annual general assembly resolution on operational activities for development of the United Nations development system this fall.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:40:42]:

I thank the representative of Uruguay and I now give the floor to the representative of the Russian Federation.


Russian Federation · представитель [1:40:55]:

Благодарю господин председатель.

Россия присоединилась к консенсусу по данной резолюции. Мы также благодарим координаторов переговоров делегацию Швейцарии и выражаем признательность Секретариату за своевременную поддержку процесса. При этом мы хотели бы подчеркнуть, что любые шаги по реформированию оперативной деятельности и системы развития в целом должны быть предварительно обсуждены государствами членами и согласованы на межправительственном уровне. Агентство развития либо секретариат не уполномочены предпринимать какие либо шаги по их реализации не имея межправительственного мандата. Также, даже при наличии такого мандата, окончательное решение в отношении определения приоритетов развития должно оставаться прерогативой государств членов и приниматься ими с учетом национальных интересов. Благодарю вас.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:42:12]:

Federation. Now, the representative of Palau.


Palau · AOSIS [1:42:21]:

Mr. President, I have the honor to deliver this explanation of position on behalf of the 39 members of the Alliance of Small Island States, Eosis. Eosis welcomed the adoption of the resolution and thanks the facilitator, Miss Nadia Benani of Switzerland, for her tireless efforts in ensuring consensus among various groups and countries. Mr. Mr. President, during this time of immense uncertainty, EOSIS continues to rely on the United Nations as a reliable and trusted partner in our efforts toward development and resilient prosperity. As such, the full and effective implementation of the QCPR is central to ensuring this. This is why as small island developing states, we continue to call for the system to respond to our unique circumstances and vulnerabilities, and why we've been following discussions on UN country team configurations closely. The work on the recalibration of the resident coordinator coordinator system must result in one that's more responsive, more accessible, and more tailored to serve us who depend on it most. Mr. President, all nine multicountry officers are serving 28 ASIS members. It's for this reason our message has been consistent, whether doing briefings to member states or small group meetings with the secretariat. Prior to any decision, greater clarity and a fuller understanding of the potential impacts is needed regarding the UNADI initiative proposals, particularly concerning the structure and functioning of MCOs and the UNCTs. In this regard, ASIS looks forward to receiving the clear and detailed information requested regarding the implications of UN80 reforms and the proposed criteria for UN country team configurations, including for multi country office arrangements. We also welcome the resolution clear instruction that any potential reconfiguration of the UN country seems on the basis of the proposed criteria will be made in full consultation and agreement with not only host governments, but also with the, applicable program countries under the respective MCO. Mr. President, Iasis believes that the legitimacy of any reform process rests not only on its objectives, but also on the manner in which it's pursued. Our position on these issues was not made lightly or by external influence, but rather derived from genuine concerns and the direct experience of those on the ground. As such, the future shape of the UN development system cannot be determined through unilateral actions or incremental measures undertaken without the full knowledge and consideration of those who rely on it. Therefore, reforms must be decided by member states themselves program countries and donors alike on the basis of complete timely and evidence based information provided by the secretariat in an impartial manner. Mr. President, transparent transparency is not a procedural courtesy. It's a prerequisite for informed intergovernmental decision making by member states and must remain so. The secretariat must also refrain from engaging in actions that prejudge intergovernmental decisions apply administrative pressure or create circumstances that constrain member states ability to exercise their independent judgment. In closing, Mr. President, ASIS wishes to emphasize a simple but fundamental principle. The ownership of this reform process lies with member states alone. Decisions concerning the UN development system are matters for intergovernmental, deliberation and agreement. For SIDS, our circumstances are unique, but our uniqueness should should not lead us to being overlooked or at worst forgotten. We reiterate that decision making on such reforms lies with the universal universal membership of the General Assembly, where every member state has an equal voice in determining the collective future of the UN development system. ASA stands ready to engage in frank and open conversations to ensure that the UN development system delivers for all of us. And we look forward to receiving the information requested in the resolution adopted today. I thank you.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:46:37]:

I thank the representative of Palau. Now I give the floor to the representative of the United Kingdom.


United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland [1:46:46]:

Mr. President,

The United Kingdom welcomes the adoption of this resolution and thanks the facilitator from Switzerland and all delegations for their efforts in securing consensus in a challenging negotiating environment. We view this outcome as an important signal of continued member state support for reform of the UN development system. At a time of going development challenges, fiscal constraints, and increasing demands on the multilateral system, we need a UN that is more coherent, more efficient, and more effective in delivering support to programme countries. For the UK, this resolution should be understood in the wider context of UN80. While the text does not go as far as we had hoped in several areas, including on explicit references to key UN80 work, it nonetheless provides a clear mandate to continue advancing reforms that strengthen coordination, improve effectiveness and maximise the impact of UN development activities. We therefore see this resolution as a green light to press ahead with key practical reforms currently under consideration, including efforts to strengthen RC leadership, improve system wide coherence and ensure a more agile and responsive UN country presence through the UN 80 country configuration. work package. At the same time, we're disappointed that the language on the central role of the corporation frameworks was not stronger. The corporation frameworks remain the most important instrument for planning and implementing UN development activities at country level. And we heard clearly during the OAS session last month from a host of RCs, UN leaders and delegations about the need for country programme documents to derive their strategic direction from the cooperation framework. This is essential if the UN system is operators one and deliver coherent support behind national priorities. So it's disappointing not to see this reflected more clearly in the text. Nonetheless, consensus has been achieved and we welcome that. And the task now is implementation. The UK will continue to work constructively with all member states, the secretariat, resident coordinators and UN entities to ensure that the momentum for reform is maintained and that the UN development system is equipped to deliver effectively in the years ahead. Thank you.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:49:06]:

I thank the representative of the United Kingdom. I now give the floor to the representative of Canada.


Canada [1:49:17]:

Thank you, Mr. President. I'm honored to speak on behalf of Australia, New Zealand, and my own country. Canada. Firstly, we thank Switzerland for their facilitation of negotiations on the OES resolution. CANS are committed to the UN Sustainable Development Pillar, and we support a UN development system that is more effective, efficient, coherent, and accountable. The Secretary General put forward constructive proposals at the operational activities for development segment for member state consideration. CANS agreed, tailored resident coordinated offices and more modular modular country team configurations will better reflect unique country context and resourcing constraints. We agreed that strengthening cooperation frameworks, including ensuring that country program documents are derived from them will enhance UNDS coherence and effectiveness. And we agreed further engagement, including through fifth committee discussions on financing and governance of the of the RC system and far better compliance on payment of the 1% levy is necessary to improve the financial sustainability of the UNRC system. CANS went into OAS resolution negotiations, hopeful member states could agree to actions, including on UN80 reform, to strengthen the UN development system. Whilst we are pleased we were able to make some progress, we are disappointed that too often, in the face of divergent views, we were forced to revert to agreed language. In a time of worsening financial constraints and the need for accelerated action on the SDGs, status quo should not be acceptable. Due Doing so hamstrings the UN development system, preserves inefficient and ineffective practices and systems, protects mandates that are not fit for purpose, and undermines the UN development system's capacity to deliver for the most vulnerable. This does not mean that the Ecosoc OAS resolution needed to make sweeping policy changes, but it does, in our view, provide member states with both an important opportunity and the responsibility to give clear and timely direction and oversight to the UN development system, including by responding to the recommendations and the proposals set out in the UN Secretary General's report, providing member state direction on the implementation of the QCPR. CANS remains committed to working with all member states to advance a coherent, effective, sufficiently funded, and accountable development system, one that is fit for the child challenges of our time. This process was a missed opportunity to do more for the benefit of all, especially in developing countries. We urge all member states to seize the opportunity in forthcoming intergovernmental negotiations particularly in the second committee, to strengthen and support a well functioning and effective UN development system through ambitious and meaningful reforms. I thank you, Mr. President.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:52:13]:

I thank the representative of Canada for the statement. I now give the floor Gracias, señor presidente.


Spain · EU · representante [1:52:30]:

Gracias, señor presidente. Tengo el honor de formular esta declaración en nombre de la Unión Europea y de sus Estados miembros. Agradecemos a la señora Nadia Benani, de Suiza, en su calidad de facilitadora, su hábil conducción de las negociaciones a lo largo de todo el proceso, así como la presentación de un texto equilibrado que logró recabar el apoyo de todas las delegaciones. Si bien nuestras ambiciones iniciales eran mayores y lamentamos la pérdida del lenguaje previo, previamente acordado en el QCPR sobre el nexo entre la acción humanitaria, el desarrollo y la paz, pues no puede haber paz sin desarrollo. Hemos acordado un compromiso que pone de manifiesto el firme respaldo de los Estados miembros a los esfuerzos de reforma. En efecto, este texto da luz verde a la aplicación de los correspondientes paquetes de trabajo de la iniciativa ONU 80 y de la continuación de la reforma del sistema de desarrollo de las Naciones Unidas, con el objetivo de hacerlo más eficiente y de lograr un mayor impacto sobre el terreno, en beneficio de las personas a las que servimos. Esperamos con interés que los próximos pasos y los resultados de estos esfuerzos se materialicen con prontitud. Muchas gracias.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:53:55]:

Of Spain, I now give the floor to the last speaker, Maldives. You have the floor.


Maldives [1:54:04]:

Thank you, President. The Maldives aligns with the explanation of position delivered by Uruguay on behalf of Jasonson in China, and that delivered by Palau on behalf of EOSIS. We thank the facilitator, Miss Nadia Benani of Switzerland, for the excellent effort in preparing a text that reflects the breadth of views and positions expressed during the negotiations. We wish to highlight three points. First, we wish to reiterate the importance of member state oversight and leadership in the monitoring, evaluation, and review of the operational activities of the UN for international. development cooperation. The UN development system as a whole must remain fully accountable to member states through the established intergovernmental processes. In this regard, the operational activities for development segment of this council and the operational activities for development agenda item in the General Assembly, provide the space and opportunity for member states to review the performance of exercise oversight over, and provide guidance and input to the development system, so that it can provide better, more efficient development support to program countries. Second apologies. We must ensure that the executive boards of the programs and funds remain empowered and able to discharge their mandates to ensure that the programs and funds are fully accountable to member states, and responsive to the needs of the program countries. The boards remain the primary intergovernmental avenue to monitor the performance of the funds and programs, to approve their programmatic support, to decide on the administrative and financial plans and budgets, and to encourage, examine, and recommend new program initiatives as necessary. Third, the UN Development System and and its entities must be guided by the priorities and needs of program countries and the relevant programs of action, including those targeted for countries in special situations. In consultation and in agreement with the governments of those. countries. This includes decisions on country team configurations and the type of support provided to the program countries. The Maldives will begin its tenure as a member of this council in January 2027. Our work at the council under this agenda item will be guided by these three points. We look forward to working with the rest of the council to ensure that the UN development system delivers for program countries is guided by the member states. I thank you.


ECOSOC · Vice President [1:56:23]:

I thank the representative of the Maldives. The Council has concluded its consideration of agenda item seven. Now item four. elections, nominations, confirmation and appointment. I now invite the Council to resume its consideration of Agenda Item four. election nomination confirmations and appointments. I would like to draw the council's attention to the list of candidates dated 16. July 2026, as circulated through ily delegates. Before proceeding to the election, does any delegation wish to make a statement under item four. No request for the floor. In accordance with Council decision 1995/320 and 2005/213, I now invite the Council to consider outstanding vacancies on the Commission on Population and Development. The Republic of Korea has submitted its candidature, for a term of office beginning on the date of election, and expiring at the close of the commission's 62nd session of 2029. may i take it that the council wishes to elect the republic of korea by acclamation to the commission on population and development. for the time beginning on the date of election and expiring at the close of the Commission 62nd session in 20. 2029. No objection? It is so decided. In accordance with General assembly resolution 46152. I now invite the council to consider outstanding vacancies presidencies on the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice. Ghana and Sierra Leone have submitted their candidature for a three year term. beginning on 1st January 2027. May I take it that the Council wishes to elect Ghana and Sierra Leone by acclamation for the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice for a three year term beginning on 1st January 2027. No objections. It is so decided. Commission on science and technology for development. In accordance, with council decisions 206 2006 slash 267. i invite the council to consider outstanding vacancies on the commission on science and technology for development. cuba has submitted its candidature. for a four years term beginning on 1st January 2027. I take it that the Council wishes to elect Cuba by a acclamation for the Commission on Science and Technology for Development for a four year term, beginning on 1st January 2027. I hear no objection. It is so decided. Organizational committee of the peace building commission. in accordance with general assembly resolution 60/180 and ecosoc resolution 2015/1. I now invite the council to elect members of the organisational committee of the peace building commission. The term of office is for two years, beginning on 1st January 2027, or until a state ceases to be a member of ECOSOC. May I take it that the Council wishes to elect Australia and the Republic of Korea by acclamation to the. organizational committee of the peace building commission for a two year term of office beginning on 1st January 27th, or until, Australia or the Republic of Korea cease to be a member of the Economic and Social Council. I hear no objection. It is so decided. Now does any delegation wish to make a statement in relation with the elections just conducted. I give the floor to the representative of the United States. You have the floor.


United States of America [2:03:01]:

Thank you, Mr. Vice President. The United States disassociates from consensus on the reelection of Cuba to the Commission on Science and Technology for Development. We did not stay in the in the way of this election, and we did not call a vote. But we cannot let this moment pass without registering our serious concerns, both about Cuba's fitness to serve on this commission and about the commission itself. Fundamentally, Cuba is not a serious partner on the issues within this commission's mandate. The Cuban government suppresses the free flow of information, controls Internet access, and restricts its own citizens ability to innovate, communicate, and engage with the digital economy. A regime that polices its own people's access to information and technology has no credible claim to help shape global science, technology, and innovation policy. We do not believe Cuba's record reflects the values we hope this commission would represent. And we do not believe its membership will advance the commission's stated purpose. Our concerns about this election are compounded by our concerns about the commission itself. As the United States has stated in prior sessions, the resolutions that emerged from this commission have become bloated, unfocused, and increasingly disconnected from the practical work of advancing technology for development. Rather than a serious forum for science and technology cooperation, we have too often seen this body used to relitigate broader ideological debates that belong elsewhere. These are not new concerns. They are the same concerns that led the United States to vote against this commission's core resolution in 2025. And they are why the United States did not seek reelection to this commission for the next term. Our decision not to run reflects our judgment that this body, as currently constituted, is not delivering results proportionate to the resources member states devote to it. Cuba's reelection does not change that judgment. It only reinforces it. The United States will continue to press for a UN system that is focused, accountable, and effective. We urge the commission's membership to reflect seriously on what this election says about the state of this body and to recommit to the kind of substantive merit based engagement that science and technology for development deserves. Thank.


ECOSOC · Vice President [2:05:42]:

I thank the representative of the united states. Cuba requested for the floor. You have the floor.


Cuba · representante [2:05:52]:

Muchas gracias, señor presidente. En primer lugar, mi delegación desea expresar su sincero agradecimiento a los estados miembros por la confianza de depositada en nuestro país al elegirlo como miembro de la Comisión de Ciencia y Tecnología para el Desarrollo para el período 2027 2030. Asumimos esta responsabilidad con el firme, compromiso de continuar promoviendo la cooperación internacional, el intercambio de conocimientos y el aprovechamiento de la ciencia, la tecnología y la innovación como herramientas indispensables para el desarrollo sostenible, en beneficio de todos los pueblos. Lamentamos la decisión de la delegación de los Estados Unidos de desvincularse de esta elección. Su intervención constituye un nuevo ejercicio de cinismo político. Resulta paradójico que el mismo gobierno que mantiene contra Cuba un bloqueo genocida que obstaculiza nuestro desarrollo, incluido en el plano científico y tecnológico, Pretenda ahora cuestionar la ejecutoria de Cuba en este ámbito. La comunidad internacional conoce muy bien los aportes de Cuba al desarrollo de la ciencia y la innovación, en particular en la biotecnología y la salud pública. Así como nuestra reconocida cooperación internacional, incluida la cooperación médica, objeto hoy de una campaña de descrédito políticamente motivada, que no ha logrado empañar el reconocimiento del que goza entre los pueblos del mundo. Pese a más de seis décadas de bloqueo, el cerco energético y las crecientes restricciones para acceder a tecnologías, tecnologías, equipos, insumos, financiamiento y cooperación científica internacional, Cuba ha demostrado una capacidad para desarrollar soluciones propias, formar recursos humanos altamente calificados y poner la ciencia y la innovación al servicio del bienestar del bienestar de su pueblo y de la cooperación con otros países. La elección que hoy ha realizado este Consejo, constituye un claro reconocimiento de esa trayectoria y de la contribución que Cuba seguirá realizando a los trabajos de la Comisión de Ciencia y Tecnología para el Desarrollo. Muchas gracias.


ECOSOC · Vice President [2:08:13]:

I thank the representative of Cuba. I see no other request for the floor. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt the draft decision entitled. The Council then has concluded its consideration of agenda item four. I invite the Council to consider agenda item two. Adoption of the agenda and other organizational matter. The Council will now consider draft decision. E 2026 slash l 20 entitled proposed date of the meetings and segments of the economic and social council in 2027 submitted by the president of the council. I have been informed that the draft decision has no programme budget application. Does any delegation wish to make a statement in connection with the? draft decision. Algeria has the floor.


Algeria · représentant de l'Algérie [2:10:48]:

Monsieur le Président,

Mes chers collègues, je vais parler en tant que représentant de l'Algérie, tirant mon expérience de la conduite ce segment du Conseil économique et social. Je crois que nous pouvons faire mieux. Nous pouvons être plus mieux organisés, pour rendre nos réunions du Conseil économique social plus inclusives, et qui puisse délivrer le message pour lequel nous avons été élus dans cet organe. Nul doute que nous avons tous notre part dans le déficit de légitimité que nous constatons. maintenant en ce qui concerne le fonctionnement de cet organe. Et le vent de réformes, qui souffle sur les Nations unies, y compris sur l'activité de notre Conseil, est une excellente occasion. Pour mettre en œuvre des réformes qui, avec l'appui de tous, Membres de ce conseil secrétariat permettront de rendre ce conseil plus attractif, plus décisif Plus décisifs et rendre nos réunions plus mieux organisées et, en tout cas, plus brèves. plus brève. L'année dernière, ce segment était organisé en deux jours. Cette année, nous avons pu confortablement réaliser l'examen de notre agenda en une journée, et je crois profondément Qu'avec un peu d'intelligence, avec un peu d'audace aussi, nous pourrions parvenir à réduire ce segment. de l'Ecosoc à être plus transparent, plus décisif en moins de temps. Je voudrais vous donner rendez vous pour les prochaines sessions où nous devrons nous pencher sur les questions d'organisation de. notre méthode de travail, et notamment les méthodes d'adoption de notre décision. Je vous remercie. Je reprends mon chapeau de Président de cette session. May I take it that the Council wishes to adopt the draft decision entitled proposed date of the meetings and segment of the Economic and Social Council in 2027. No objection. It is so decided. Does any delegation wish to make a statement after adoption? I see no request. from the floor. The council has concluded its consideration of agenda item two. With that, our council has completed the programme of work for the management segment and for the 2026 session of


ECOSOC · Président [2:15:34]:

Je

Tiens à remercier le secrétariat. et les interprètes en leur rappelant qu'ils me doivent 35 minutes. The Council is adjourned.