UN General Assembly
2011

Transitional Council within the United Nations, and urge the authorities of that country to conduct an inclusive process of peaceful transition to ensure peace, stability and social progress in that part of Africa. Furthermore, our country is of the view that political changes should take place not under violent circumstances, but without any pressure or political interference. The Middle East continues to be shaken by an unprecedented wave of conflicts within the borders of some Middle Eastern countries as well as in the broader region. The people of Syria, Yemen and Bahrain have demanded reforms in State institutions. However, we see the Israeli-Palestinian conflict continue. We reaffirm our support for the Palestinian people’s right to guide their destiny, and we advocate, in accordance with the relevant United Nations resolutions, for the existence of a Jewish State. We take this opportunity to appeal to the Government of the United States of America and the European Union to exert their influence to persuade the Government of the State of Israel to stop building settlements in the occupied territories.