UN General Assembly
2025

The Assembly will hear an address by His Excellency David Ranibok Adiyan, President and Head of State of the Republic of Nauru. I request protocol to escort His Excellency and invite him to address the Assembly. Madam President, Excellencies, distinguished delegates, it's an honor to address this Assembly on behalf of the people and government of the Republic of Nauru, a small island nation committed to peace, prosperity and a sustainable future for all. It is also a great privilege to speak as the first leader from the Pacific at this 80th session. As Nauru stands at a defining moment in its democratic journey, we are guided by this year's theme that we are indeed better together. This conviction shapes my remarks today as I share Nauru's perspective on the urgent challenges before us and the collective action they demand. Madam President, we gather at a time when the world faces unprecedented challenges to peace and security. Nauru stands firmly against war and conflict, believing that dialogue and diplomacy must always prevail over division.