UN General Assembly
2020

Albania’s OSCE Chairmanship 2020 is a tangible demonstration of our steadfast commitment to promote international peace and security through dialogue and multilateral co-operation, at a time of raising tensions and polarisation. In its capacity as Chair of the OSCE, Albania has strongly supported the call of the United Nations Secretary-General for a global ceasefire. In order to continue to actively participate in creating stability and security, Albania has presented its candidature for election as a non-permanent member of the Security Council, for the mandate 2022-2023. Albania firmly believes that multilateralism is key in tackling global challenges. We will offer a proactive contribution to international peace and security through our own regional experience, as a key factor for peace, stability, and security. We will take an active, constructive, and mature approach and we will act with responsibility to strengthen multilateralism through partnerships and cooperation. I seize this opportunity to call on all the esteemed nations of the General Assembly to support Albania’s Security Council bid for 2022-2023. Mr. President,